Getting to Bintan

There is a regular ferry service operated by Bintan Resorts Ferries (BRF) that plies between Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (TMFT), Singapore and Bandar Bentan Telani (BBT) Ferry Terminal, Bintan Resorts. The high-speed catamaran ferry ride only takes 60 minutes.

Getting to Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal

International visitors arriving through Singapore’s Changi Airport can travel to TMFT via scheduled shuttle bus or public transport.

• Shuttle Service
  There is a shuttle service providing two-way transfer between Singapore Changi Airport and Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (TMFT) with pick up points at Terminal 2 and Terminal 4. Passengers arriving in Terminal 1 or Terminal 3 are encouraged to go to Terminal 2 to board the shuttle service.

  For shuttle schedule and more information, please find details HERE.

• Public Transport (Taxi Services, Train and Bus Services)
  For international guests travelling through Changi Airport, taxi service is available at any of Changi Airport’s terminals. The taxi ride takes approximately 15 minutes, depending on the traffic conditions.

  Other than taking the taxi services, individuals can also get to Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal via the Mass Rapid Transport (MRT) Train Service, followed by a bus transfer.

  • Alight at Tanah Merah MRT Station.
  • Exit the Train Station on Exit B and proceed to Bus Stop 85091.
  • Board SBS Transit Bus Service 35 and alight at the last stop at Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal.

Things to note:

• For international guests travelling through Changi Airport, Changi Airport MRT Station is at the basement of Terminal 2 and 3, individuals arriving at Terminal 1 are required to take the Sky Train towards either Terminal 2 or 3.
• For travellers leaving Bintan to catch a flight at Changi Airport, please allow 1.5 – 2 hours window period (depending on mode of transport) to reach Changi Airport from departure in Bintan.

BINTAN RESORT FERRIES

SINGAPORE – BINTAN – SINGAPORE

Bintan Resorts Ferries (BRF) is a regular ferry service that plies between Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (TMFT), Singapore and Bandar Bentan Telani (BBT) Ferry Terminal, Bintan Resorts on a daily basis. The high-speed catamaran ferry ride brings you to Bintan Resorts in only 60 minutes. Ferry tickets can be booked online via Bintan Resort Ferries (BRF) at www.brf.com.sg. Visitors can also purchase their ferry tickets at the ferry terminal. Cash and card payments are accepted over the BRF Counter. Opt to travel with first class treatment on board Bintan Resort Ferries’ Emerald Class. Perks for Emerald Class include dedicated and combined check-in for boarding and baggage, seat assignment, use of Emerald Lounge and priority baggage handling.

Things to note:

• Bintan, Indonesia is 1 hour behind Singapore.
• Please check in at least 1.5 hours before the ferry departure time.
• Optional purchase of AIG travel insurance (Bintan) is available via BRF website.

Ferry Schedule

From TMFT to BBT Ferry Terminal (Singapore Time, GMT +08:00)

From BBT Ferry Terminal to TMFT (Bintan Time, GMT +07:00)

* Saturdays only
# Sundays only

For most updated ferry schedules, please refer to www.brf.com.sg.

Domestic Flights

Domestic flights to Bintan Island are also available within Indonesia. Visitors can choose to take a domestic flight to Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport in Kijang, Bintan Island from Jakarta, Perkanbaru or Matak. Land transfer from Raja Haji Fisabilillah to Bintan Resorts is approximately 1.5 hours car ride.

For flight timings and availability, please refer to http://rajahajifisabilillah-airport.co.id/en/home.