You can use public transport to get to the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal. There are several bus stops near the terminal and you can also book cabs, or shuttle bus. If you are staying at a hotel near Batam Centre, you can ask the front desk to provide a car. However, taking a bus will be the cheapest and most affordable option. But, if you have several bags or if you are travelling in a group, you can choose to travel by cab or car.
Bus
The bus stop nearest to the ferry terminal is the Mega Mall Batam Centre. Many buses stop at the shopping mall and the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal is just four minutes from it.
There are several other bus terminals near Batam Centre Ferry Terminal, and these include Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall bus stop, Halte Bri Nagoya A bus station and the Jodoh Terminal. Buses are available to these from many major bus stands around the country. You can either take a cab or walk to the ferry terminal once you get down at any of these bus terminals.
Shuttle Bus
Another cheap and quick way to travel to the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal is by shuttle. Shuttle services are available from the airports. You can book shuttle services from the PT Bandara Internasional Batam or the Hang Nadim Airport.
Cabs
Cabs and rental cars are available at Batam Centre all throughout the day. You can easily book a taxi or rent a car, especially from your hotel or any of the airports and travel to the ferry terminal.
Amenities in the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal
Batam Ferry Terminal has many modern amenities that make it convenient for passengers while waiting for their ferry. Following are some of the best amenities that you will find at the terminal.
- Car park for passengers
- Wheelchair accessible terminal
- Clean toilets
- Comfortable seats for passengers who are waiting
- Restaurants
- Shopping mall connected to the terminal
- Enquiry office for prompt assistance
Terminal Fees
Travellers must pay a nominal terminal fee over and above the ferry ticket prices to the ferry terminals in Indonesia and Singapore. The terminal fee varies by country and must be paid to the terminal operator at the ferry terminal.
While there are also surcharges and peak prices, the terminal fee has to be paid at the terminal unless stated otherwise, as included in the ferry tickets. It is advised that you check the ticket inclusions when making the ferry ticket booking online.
Singapore Passenger Departure Fee (SPDF)
For all ferry trips departing from Harbourfront Centre or Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal in Singapore as the source, a Singapore Passenger Departure Fee of SGD10 per person is applicable.
Terminal Fee For Ferry Trips From Batam
For all ferry trips departing from Badan Pengusahaan Batam (BP Batam), including Batam Centre, Sekupang and Waterfront ferry terminals, a Batam Terminal Fee of IDR100,000 per passenger is applicable.
Terminal Fee For Return Ferry Trips from Tanjung Pinang* and Tanjung Balai*
Before departure, you must pay in cash in Indonesian Rupiah at Tanjung Pinang Ferry Terminal. (Applicable to passengers departing from Tanjung Pinang and Tanjung Balai ONLY)
Tanjung Balai Terminal Fee
- Indonesian citizens have to pay Rp50,000 per person
- Foreign passengers have to pay Rp75,000 per person
Tanjung Pinang Terminal Fee
- Indonesian citizens have to pay Rp40,000 per person
- Foreign passengers have to pay Rp60,000 per person
*Terminal fee is subject to change
Things to Do Near the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal
When you are at the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal, you may have to wait a while for your ferry to arrive. This wait need not be boring as there is a lot to do in and around the ferry terminal. With several eateries and shops around, you can have a pleasant time before your ferry arrives.
Take a look at how you can spend the time when you are at the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal.
- Go shopping and spend some time at the arcade at Mega Mall Batam Centre.
- Watch a movie at the theatre in Mega Mall if you have a couple of hours to spend before your ferry arrives.
- Enjoy delicious local food from eateries near the ferry terminal.
- Visit Nagoya Hill Shopping Centre on your way to Batam Centre Ferry Terminal and pick up any gadgets that you might need.
- Visit Mega Wisata Ocarina Batam and enjoy some time at this beachside amusement park, especially when you are with friends and family.
- Explore the local stores and shops in the terminal, and buy souvenirs.
- Take a cab to the Tua Pek Kong Temple if you have time, and explore the wonderful Chinese architecture of this historical landmark.
Accommodations Near Batam Centre Ferry Terminal
- Palam Mansion at Apartment One Residence
- HARRIS Hotel Batam Centre
- CozyHomes at One Residence Batam
- One Residence #11ai
- Faraas Homestay Syariah
Tips for Travelling to Batam Centre Ferry Terminal
- Book ferry tickets online in advance to secure your preferred schedule.
- Arrive early, at least 1 hour before departure. Self-check-in closes 25 minutes before departure time, and baggage check-in closes 20 minutes before departure time.
- Prepare for customs & immigration by carrying valid travel documents.
- Pre-Immigration gate closes 15 minutes before ferry departure time.
- Documents to be presented for the immigration process are: Passport, Visa and Boarding Pass.
- Check ferry schedules before you book and depart, as they may change due to weather or demand.
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