Getting to Bintan: Step-by-Step Guide for First Timers

Everything you need to know about getting to Bintan, made simple.

Getting to Bintan is easy.

The island can be reached from Singapore, Batam, or other cities in Indonesia.

BTG will explain how to get to Bintan step by step, helping you plan your trip with confidence.

Via Singapore

If you are travelling from Singapore, reaching Bintan is straightforward.

All ferries to Bintan depart from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal.

There are two ferry routes from Singapore to Bintan, based on your arrival port.

You’ll find both options explained below.

This is the most popular ferry route from Singapore.

Ferries depart from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal.

Arrival is at Bandar Bentan Telani (BBT), in the Bintan Resort area.

Travel time: Around 70 minutes
Ferry operator: Bintan Resort Ferries
Ferry schedule : Daily departures, with extra services on weekends and public holidays

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Another ferry departs from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal.

It arrives at Tanjung Pinang Ferry Terminal, the main city of Bintan.

Travel time:
- Around 1 hour 40 minutes (Majestic Ferry)
- Up to 2 hours (Sindo Ferry)
Ferry operators: Sindo Ferry, Majestic Ferry
Availability: Daily services

Bintan Resort Ferries are fully booked during peak seasons
You are heading to Tanjung Pinang city or East Bintan, such as The Residence Bintan

Travel Time from Tanjung Pinang Ferry Terminal :

If you’re staying in the Bintan Resort area or east of Bintan, you will need a private transfer.

If you are travelling within Indonesia, reaching Bintan is simple.

There are two main ways to get to Bintan, depending on your departure city,

by flight or by speedboat.

Flying is a convenient option if you’re travelling to Bintan from other cities in Indonesia.

Airport: Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport, located in Tanjung Pinang
Connections: Flights are available from Jakarta, Surabaya, Pekanbaru, and other major cities
Transit: Some routes may require a short transit in Jakarta (Soekarno-Hatta Airport)

Domestic flights make it easy to reach Bintan, especially for travellers coming from different parts of Indonesia.

If you are already in Batam, travelling to Bintan by speedboat is quick and easy.

This option is ideal for travellers already in Batam or arriving there from other routes.

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