Batam

Is it safe to travel from Singapore to Batam by ferry?

Is it safe to travel from Singapore to Batam by ferry?
  1. Are ferries running from Singapore to Batam?
  2. What is the best ferry from Singapore to Batam?
  3. How long does it take from Singapore to Batam by ferry?
  4. Can I travel to Indonesia now?
  5. How much is the ferry ticket to Batam?
  6. Is there a ferry from Singapore to Indonesia?
  7. Can I use SGD in Batam?
  8. Do you need visa to go to Batam from Singapore?
  9. Is there grab in Batam?
  10. How much should u bring to Batam?
  11. How much does it cost to go to Batam for 2d1n?
  12. Is Batam bigger than Singapore?

Are ferries running from Singapore to Batam?

The majority of ferries from Singapore sail to Batam, just twelve miles across the Singapore Strait with a choice of five destination ports dotted across Batam Island's northern coast. Ferries are comfortable, fast and operate daily, all year round.

What is the best ferry from Singapore to Batam?

Singapore to Batam ferries are unofficially “duopolised” by 2 operators: Sindo Ferry and Batam Fast Ferry. If you are risk-averse, it's generally quite foolproof to go with either of the 2. Sindo Ferry is a huge operation and runs tons of ferries daily from Harbourfront to Batam Centre, Sekupang and Waterfront.

How long does it take from Singapore to Batam by ferry?

It is a mere 45 to 70 minutes ferry ride from Singapore to Batam and vice versa, with daily departures to Batam Centre, Sekupang, HarbourBay and NongsaPura in Pulau Batam. The regular ferry service provides foreigners and Indonesians ease of travel to and fro Batam via Singapore.

Can I travel to Indonesia now?

Only foreigners with work, business, or residency permits can enter Indonesia, although they will be placed in quarantine for five days, and take a COVID-19 test upon arrival, at their own cost. Indonesian citizens can return but also have to undergo quarantine for five days and take a COVID-19 test upon arrival.

How much is the ferry ticket to Batam?

DEPARTURE FROM HARBOURFRONT

ADULTCHILD
TWO WAY TO BATAM CENTER OR SEKUPANG$49$46
TWO WAY TO HARBOURBAY$50$50
ONE WAY TO BATAM CENTER OR SEKUPANG$25$25
ONE WAY TO HARBOURBAY$25$25

Is there a ferry from Singapore to Indonesia?

From Singapore to Indonesia by Ferry. ... There is one ferry terminal from nearby Changi airport to Indonesia from Singapore, the Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal. Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal caters ferry services to Bintan and Batam, Indonesia.

Can I use SGD in Batam?

The Indonesian rupiah may be legal tender, but the Singapore dollar (S$) is Batam's unofficial second currency.

Do you need visa to go to Batam from Singapore?

Visa Requirements

If you do need a Visa, you can obtain a Visa On Arrival (VOA) at Sekupang Ferry Terminal or the other Ferry Terminals in Batam. It is valid for a maximum stay of 30 (thirty) days, and is given to citizens from countries that can apply VOA for leisure visit to Indonesia.

Is there grab in Batam?

Batam currently has Uber and Grab operating; all of which are definitely very convenient for you tourists. All you need is to download their apps.

How much should u bring to Batam?

The average price of a 7-day trip to Batam is $757 for a solo traveler, $1,360 for a couple, and $2,549 for a family of 4. Batam hotels range from $15 to $87 per night with an average of $21, while most vacation rentals will cost $20 to $420 per night for the entire home.

How much does it cost to go to Batam for 2d1n?

Within Batam City, a 15 to 20 minutes ride will cost you about 44000 IDR (4 SGD), divide that with the number of friends you are with and it would cost around $1 a ride each.
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How to plan a 2D1N in Batam under $150.

DetailsCost ($SGD)Budget Left ($150)
2-way Ferry Ticket$34$112
Service Apartment ($59.66/room)$29.83$82.17

Is Batam bigger than Singapore?

Batam is approximately the same size as Singapore but with just one fifth of the people.

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