Batam Centre - Tanah Merah
Ferry to Singapore
Batam Centre - Tanah Merah
Ferry to Singapore
Fares for the Batam Centre to Tanah Merah crossing usually range somewhere between $53* and $305*. Most travellers pay around $103* for a Batam Centre Tanah Merah ferry ticket, and the cheapest fares on this route begin at $53*. Foot passengers can expect to pay roughly $103* on average.
Fares vary according to passenger count, vehicle type, the route itself and what time you sail. Figures come from fares searched in the previous 30 days, don't include service fees, and were last checked August 26.
There's a quick way to stack up ferry fares and operators from around the world side by side, so you can pick the crossing that best suits you. Getting in early tends to open up the widest choice of prices and sailing times.
Direct Ferries has discounts running throughout the year. Where a senior discount applies to your crossing, it's applied the moment you pick the matching age bracket in the passenger section of your search.
If you're a student or recent graduate, a 5% discount is up for grabs. Head to our partner Student Beans to confirm your status and you'll receive a code to enter at checkout.
A handful of Spanish and Italian ferry routes also offer a resident discount — choose the "Residents" option if it appears during your search and the lower fare is applied straight away. You'll usually need to show proof of address, like a residency card or certificate, when you check in.
Sailings on the Batam Centre Tanah Merah route generally kick off from Batam Centre at around 06:15, and the last departure of the day is usually around 19:50.
You certainly can — with a short crossing and sailings running daily, Batam Centre to Tanah Merah is an easy day trip. Taking a vehicle, where possible, gives you the freedom to explore a bit further once you land.
No, vehicles aren't currently accepted on sailings between Batam Centre and Tanah Merah.
Bicycles aren't currently accepted on sailings between Batam Centre and Tanah Merah.
Yes, Sindo Ferry, Batam Fast Ferry & Majestic Fast Ferry carries foot passengers between Batam Centre and Tanah Merah.
Pets aren't currently permitted on ferries between Batam Centre and Tanah Merah. Our Deal Finder can help you find a nearby route that does allow them.
Guide dogs and assistance dogs are often treated differently to general pets, even on routes where pets aren't allowed. Contact our customer service team to find out what's possible on your sailing, or check our Special Assistance Help page for more information.
Whether the Batam Centre to Tanah Merah route has an overnight sailing depends on a mix of factors. Search with your travel dates, and we'll show you whether an overnight option exists, plus current timetables, crossing times and daytime alternatives.
Note that overnight sailings can occasionally take a bit longer than daytime crossings.
What you'll need to travel varies by route, so it pays to check ahead of your sailing. A valid passport is typically required for the Batam Centre to Tanah Merah crossing, along with any visa or national ID required for your nationality. As rules depend on both where you're from and where you're headed, our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide is worth a read to avoid any hold-ups at check-in.
Booking couldn't be simpler — select your departure port, arrival port and travel date to see everything on offer. From there, you can weigh up alternative routes and departure times to land on the best fit.
Look for early-booking deals and flexible fare types, like upgrades or flexi-tickets, which give you room to change plans later. Double-check details such as passenger numbers and vehicle specs as you go, to keep the booking process painless.
You'll get a confirmation email the moment your booking goes through. From there, how your boarding pass turns up depends on the operator.
Some operators send the boarding pass straight away, while others want you to check in at the port. Where it's on offer, online check-in through the Direct Ferries app can save you time at the terminal.
Ticket desks tend to sit right by the ferry terminal. Building in some extra time before you sail means you won't be rushed collecting tickets and getting checked in.
Have your confirmation email and valid photo ID — a passport or identity card — ready at check-in. If a pet's travelling with you, bring their vaccination and insurance papers, and hold onto proof of address if you booked with a resident discount.
A gap in sailings from Batam Centre to Tanah Merah on your chosen date usually comes down to something like a timetable adjustment, limited space, or a seasonal dip in service. Try a different date, or browse other options with our Route & Port finder.
Generally speaking, booking your Batam Centre to Tanah Merah ferry sooner rather than later pays off — earlier bookings usually mean lower fares and more choice of departure times and cabins.
A few weeks' lead time is usually enough to catch a good deal, though fares can still move around depending on the season and what's left available.
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| Batam Centre - Tanah Merah Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $103 | |
| Batam Centre - Tanah Merah Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Batam |
| Destination | Singapore |
| No. of Operators | 3 |
| Operators | Sindo Ferry, Batam Fast Ferry & Majestic Fast Ferry |
| Average Price | $103 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 7 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 47 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 59 m |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 45 m |
| First Ferry | 06:15 |
| Last Ferry | 19:50 |
| Distance | 5 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 August 2026.
Batam Centre is the main port for the island, region and city of Batam. The island is the closest part of Indonesia to neighbouring Singapore, with the city of Batam being the largest in the Riau Islands Province. There are thirty six daily crossings from the port to HarbourFront Centre in Singapore.
What’s there to do in Batam?
The island is a hotspot for thrill seekers, especially those seeking fun on the water. Jet skiing, windsurfing and kayaks are popular choices but there is also parasailing for those who want to see the beautiful Indonesian island from the skies. The area is full of beautiful architecture, from the serene Tua Pek Kong Temple, the Masjid Raja Grand Mosque, to capturing the sunset over Barelang Bridge, there is plenty for you to be in awe of.
How do you get to the port?
The Batam Centre ferry terminal faces the Singapore Strait on the north coast of the island. Travelling around will not be a problem as the island is an emerging transport hub. The terminal is just a twenty minute drive from the Airport and Nagoya Town. The ferry terminal itself is not short of facilities, with it containing a large mall, supermarket and a number of food outlets.
What ferry services are available?
The centre port services one other terminal, the HarbourFront Centre in Singapore. There are thirty six daily sailings with three different operators, Sindo Ferry, Batam Fast Ferry and Majestic Fast Ferry. The duration time for the sailings are around one hour.
Located in the east of Singapore, Tanah Merah is made up of largely private residential properties, country clubs, and some light industrial parks. When land reclamation works began in the early 1970s, most of the coastal hills were levelled and dumped into the sea to create the present East Coast and the East Coast Parkway was constructed almost completely on reclaimed land. The location of Tanah Merah Kechil cliff is where Temasek Primary School now stands and it is possible to see where the hills abruptly end at the junction of Bedok South Avenue 3 and Upper East Coast Road at one end, and New Upper Changi Road at the other end.
Tanah Merah is a Malay phrase that translates into "red soil". Tanah Merah was once a hilly area with two prominent cliffs: Tanah Merah Besar, a large cliff, and Tanah Merah Kechil, a small cliff. The roads leading to the cliffs were named Tanah Merah Besar Road and Tanah Merah Kechil Road respectively. The names remain today.
The area is also home to the Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal with regular services to the Indonesian Riau Islands.
