Tanah Merah – Batam Centre
Ferries to Batam
Tanah Merah – Batam Centre
Ferries to Batam
The Tanah Merah to Batam Centre ferry route is provided by 3 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Tanah Merah to Batam Centre takes approximately 55 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Tanah Merah to Batam Centre ferry duration can range between 45 minutes and 1 hour and 10 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 44 weekly sailings from Tanah Merah to Batam Centre. Majestic Fast Ferry provide up to 9 weekly sailings, Batam Fast Ferry provide 15 weekly sailings and Sindo Ferry provide up to 4 sailings per day. Please be aware that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Tanah Merah ferry terminal at approximately 08:15 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 18:00. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Tanah Merah to Batam Centre is with Sindo Ferry in 45 minutes.
The fastest ferries cost approximately from Tanah Merah to Batam Centre usually cost around $117.
There are no cabins on ferries from Tanah Merah to Batam Centre.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed to travel on ferries from Tanah Merah to Batam Centre.
There are no car ferries available from Tanah Merah to Batam Centre.
Yes, all ferries from Tanah Merah to Batam Centre allow foot passengers onboard.
Those sailing with Batam Fast Ferry can take a maximum of 1 hand-carried item weighing up to 10 kg with dimension up to 55cmx40cmx20cm. They can also bring one 20 kg bag free of charge. The total maximum weight for bags acceptable for check-in should not exceed 40 kilograms or more than 3 bags. Excess baggage will be charged SGD$1 per kg.
The price of a ferry from Tanah Merah to Batam Centre can vary between $59 and $350 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $111, prices can range from $97 and $237. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days.
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the ferry to Batam Centre.
The best way to travel from Singapore to Batam is by ferry. There is only 4 nautical miles between Singapore and Batam Centre, making ferry travel the easiest method of transport. With 6 sailings departing per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative ferries from Singapore to Batam if you require additional flexibility including the HarbourFront Centre to Batam ferry.
Yes, you can easily take a day trip from Tanah Merah to Batam. Simply catch the 08:15 ferry with Majestic Fast Ferry and arrive in Batam at around 09:15. This will give you plenty of time to explore Batam Centre and make it back in time for the last departure.
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| Tanah Merah - Batam Centre Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Singapore | |
| Destination Country | Indonesia | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Batam Fast Ferry, Majestic Fast Ferry & Sindo Ferry | |
| Average Price | $117* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 44 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 55m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 45m | |
| First Ferry | 08:15 | |
| Last Ferry | 18:00 | |
| Distance | 4 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Passengers can make use of the various facilities available in Tanah Merah ferry port including a lounge, a convenience store, a currency exchange machine, duty-free, free Wi-Fi and disabled access throughout the building. The address is 50 Tanah Merah Ferry Rd, Singapore 498833.
The region of Tanah Merah is located in eastern Singapore and is made up mainly of private residential properties, light industrial parks and country clubs. Also situated near by is the East Coast Park. The land was created in the 1970's when most of the regions hills were levelled and dumped into the sea. Also located on the reclaimed land is the East Coast Parkway. The Temasek Primary School stands where the Tanah Merah Kechil cliff once stood. At the junction of Bedok South Avenue and Upper East Coast Road at one end, and at New Upper Changi Road at the other, is where the hills suddenly end.
There are a number of transport routes that serve the region's suburbs which makes it accessible to all. New Upper Changi Road, which runs through the residential area of Tanah Merah, offers a number of bus services, some of which travel long distances.
Take the number 35 public bus to either Tanah Merah MRT Station or Bedok. From here, you can take the SBS service number 35, which will drop you close to the ferry terminal. Alternatively, you can get a taxi. It takes between 20 to 30 minutes from the city centre and approximately 15 minutes from Changi Airport.
