Getting to Bintan from Singapore

Learn the easiest ways to reach Bintan from Singapore by ferry and start your trip seamless

Traveling from Singapore to Bintan is easy by ferry.

All ferries departure from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal in Singapore

There are two ferry routes to choose from, depending on your destination in Bintan.

BTG will explain each route step by step so you can plan your trip seamless.

Singapore to Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal

This is the most popular ferry route from Singapore to Bandar Bentan Telani (BBT).

You’ll arrive in the Bintan Resorts area.

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

Day trips: Take the earliest ferry from Singapore and return on the last ferry in the evening.
Resort stays: Ideal if your hotel is in the Bintan Resorts area & east of Bintan

Reserve your ferry tickets early, especially on weekends and public holidays.

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Another way to reach Bintan from Singapore is by ferry to Tanjung Pinang Ferry Terminal.

The ferry arrives in Tanjung Pinang city area, 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

Book Sindo Ferry tickets in advance for your trip from Singapore to Tanjung Pinang.

Bintan Resort Ferries are fully booked during peak season
You’re heading to Tanjung Pinang city or eastern Bintan (such as the Trikora area)

If you are staying in the Bintan Resorts area or Trikora, you will need a private transfer.

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