Tanah Merah - Bandar Bentan Telani
Ferry to Bintan Island
Tanah Merah - Bandar Bentan Telani
Ferry to Bintan Island
Fares for the Tanah Merah to Bandar Bentan Telani crossing usually range somewhere between $91* and $607*. Most travellers pay around $293* for a Tanah Merah Bandar Bentan Telani ferry ticket, and the cheapest fares on this route begin at $91*. Foot passengers can expect to pay roughly $293* 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 Tanah Merah Bandar Bentan Telani route generally kick off from Tanah Merah at around 08:10, and the last departure of the day is usually around 17:00.
You certainly can — with a short crossing and sailings running daily, Tanah Merah to Bandar Bentan Telani 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 Tanah Merah and Bandar Bentan Telani.
Yes, Bintan Resort Ferries takes bicycles on the Tanah Merah to Bandar Bentan Telani crossing. Most operators are happy to carry bikes, but it's always worth confirming their exact policy before you turn up at the terminal.
Yes, Bintan Resort Ferries carries foot passengers between Tanah Merah and Bandar Bentan Telani.
Pets aren't currently permitted on ferries between Tanah Merah and Bandar Bentan Telani. 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 Tanah Merah to Bandar Bentan Telani 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 Tanah Merah to Bandar Bentan Telani 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 Tanah Merah to Bandar Bentan Telani 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 Tanah Merah to Bandar Bentan Telani 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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| Tanah Merah - Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $293 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $387 | |
| Tanah Merah - Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Singapore |
| Destination | Bintan Island |
| No. of Operators | 1 |
| Operators | Bintan Resort Ferries |
| Average Price | $293 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 4 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 29 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1 h 10 m |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1 h 10 m |
| First Ferry | 08:10 |
| Last Ferry | 17:00 |
| Distance | 20 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 August 2026.
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.
The area is also home to the Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal with regular services to the Indonesian Riau Islands.
Bandar Bentan Telani is located at the western tip of the Bintan Resorts which is a general reference to the area on the northern coast of the Indonesian island of Bintan. The area is popular with tourists who visit to take advantage of its lovely atmosphere, to play golf, to partake in the many water sports on offer or simply to laze on the beach. It is a very family friendly destination that includes five separately owned and operated beach resorts, four golf courses and many other facilities and attractions located within it. The area is separated from the rest of Bintan by thick forests and checkpoints.
Bintan Island, or Negeri Segantang Lada, is an island in the Riau archipelago of Indonesia and forms part of the Riau Islands province. Its administrative region is the Bintan Island Regency which is one of six administrative regions of Riau Islands province. The city of Tanjung Pinang is an autonomous area within the Bintan Island.
The crossing tome from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal in Singapore to Bandar Bentan Telani takes around 45 minutes.
