Sindo Ferry Schedule 2025: Routes from HarbourFront & Tanah Merah

Sindo Ferry runs the most frequent service between HarbourFront and those Indonesian ports, with departures roughly every hour from early morning through late evening. The schedule is updated daily on the operator’s site, so there’s almost always a sailing that fits your timeline — whether you’re heading over for a weekend brunch or a full week away.

Primary Routes: HarbourFront & Tanah Merah to Batam Centre, Sekupang, Tanjung Pinang · First Departure: 08:00 from HarbourFront · Last Departure: 19:30 to Sekupang · Weekly Sailings: 252 between HarbourFront and Batam Centre

Sindo ferry schedule to tanjung pinang

The route from Tanah Merah to Tanjung Pinang covers Bintan, the larger island that sits east of Batam. According to Sindo Ferry’s official schedule, the outbound sailings from Tanah Merah depart at 10:20 and 17:40 SG Time, while the return leg from Tanjung Pinang runs at 06:45 and 13:30 WIB (Western Indonesian Time, one hour behind Singapore).

The ferryhopper platform reports that Tanah Merah to Tanjung Pinang services run between 2 and 7 days per week from May through December 2025 — the exact days depend on demand patterns that Sindo adjusts seasonally. The shortest crossing takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes according to Ferryhopper, though NetFerry lists the more conservative estimate of 1 hour 45 minutes. For passengers heading specifically to Bintan’s capital, this is the direct option — no connecting ferry required.

Departure times from HarbourFront

No direct Sindo Ferry route connects HarbourFront to Tanjung Pinang — that routing requires a ferry change at Batam first or a switch to an alternative operator entirely. Sindo does list HarbourFront-to-Tanjung Pinang departures on the official site, but these show times only as far back as 11:40 and 18:20 SG Time, suggesting they may represent indirect or seasonal sailings rather than a daily direct service.

Return schedules

The return sailings from Tanjung Pinang to Tanah Merah operate at 06:45 and 13:30 WIB. Given the time-zone difference, passengers arriving from Singapore need to account for the one-hour offset when calculating arrival times back at Tanah Merah. This matters if you’re connecting onward to other Singapore transport — a 13:30 WIB departure arrives around 14:30 Singapore time.

Frequency in 2025

NetFerry aggregates Sindo’s Tanjung Pinang operations at approximately 14 weekly sailings from Tanah Merah. That works out to two per day on average, but the actual distribution varies — some days run both morning and afternoon sailings, others run just one. Ferryhopper’s 2-to-7 days-per-week notation indicates that frequencies shift across the operating season.

Sindo Ferry ticket price

Sindo Ferry does not publicly list standardized 2025 ticket prices on its official website — the booking flow directs passengers to either purchase tickets at the counter or through authorized third-party platforms. Aggregators like Redbus and Klook display pricing, though these reflect a range that can vary by season, route, and ticket type (one-way versus round-trip). The official booking email at travel@sindoferry.com.sg can confirm current rates for group or advance bookings.

Pricing from Singapore terminals

At HarbourFront, one-way fares to Batam Centre or Sekupang typically fall in the SGD 30–45 range depending on season, though Sindo’s counter staff quote these at time of purchase rather than in advance. Tanah Merah fares run a similar bracket, with Tanjung Pinang routes sometimes priced slightly higher given the longer crossing time.

One-way vs round-trip

Round-trip tickets, available through Klook, bundle both legs at a combined rate that works out cheaper than booking each direction separately. The round-trip format suits day-trippers and weekend visitors who know their return window — for open-jaw itineraries, buying one-way legs separately offers more scheduling flexibility.

Booking via redbus.sg

Redbus displays Sindo Ferry schedule data alongside ticket availability, making it useful for cross-checking sailing times even if the pricing display lags the current rate. The platform pulls schedule patterns that apply through 2025 and into early 2026, giving passengers a reliable picture of what to expect on any given day of the week.

Majestic Ferry schedule

Majestic Ferry operates as an alternative to Sindo on the Singapore–Batam run, though its schedule coverage differs. Where Sindo dominates the HarbourFront–Batam Centre corridor with over a dozen daily departures, Majestic focuses on fewer but potentially more convenient departure windows. Batamfast’s aggregator schedule lists cross-referencing data that includes Majestic trips alongside Sindo sailings, useful for comparing what’s available across operators on the same route.

Routes and times

Majestic Ferry primarily serves the HarbourFront–Sekupang route, competing directly with Sindo on that corridor. Schedules are available through aggregators and the operators’ own platforms, though exact times shift with seasonal demand.

Comparison to Sindo

Sindo wins on frequency — 252 weekly sailings to HarbourFront–Batam Centre alone dwarfs most competitors. Majestic’s edge lies in competitive pricing and occasional off-peak sailings that Sindo doesn’t cover. For passengers with flexible schedules, comparing both operators can yield a better departure window.

2025 updates

Like Sindo, Majestic updates its schedule based on operational needs. The 2025 landscape shows continued competition between operators on the HarbourFront run, with aggregate platforms like NetFerry and Redbus reflecting the combined landscape rather than any single operator’s timetable.

Batam Fast Ferry schedule

Batam Fast Ferry functions as both an operator and a useful aggregator — its trip schedule page cross-lists sailings from multiple carriers including Sindo, giving passengers a consolidated view across the Singapore–Batam strait. According to the Batamfast schedule page, Sindo trips appear on the HarbourFront–Sekupang run at 10:00, 14:10, 16:00, and 18:10 SG Time — a subset of the full Sindo timetable that aligns with peak-demand windows.

Departures to Batam

Sindo’s departures to Batam Centre from HarbourFront run every hour to every 90 minutes from 08:00 through 21:50, covering both early risers and late-evening crossings. The first boat at 08:00 accommodates day-trippers who want maximum time on the island; the last departure suits those finishing an evening event in Singapore.

Singapore connections

HarbourFront terminal sits on the northeastern side of Singapore island, connected via MRT (North-East Line to HarbourFront station) and bus services that run through the Sentosa gateway. Tanah Merah terminal serves the eastern residential corridors, accessible via Tanah Merah station on the East-West Line with a connecting bus or short taxi ride.

Daily timetables

Sindo updates its official schedule daily, which means the specific departure times listed in this article reflect patterns confirmed through cross-verification across multiple sources. For the most current sailing list on your travel date, check Sindo Ferry’s schedule page the morning of your trip — the operator notes that schedules are subject to change without prior notice.

Horizon Ferry schedule

Horizon Ferry competes on the Sekupang route alongside Sindo, operating daily sailings that overlap with Sindo’s windows. For passengers specifically targeting Sekupang, Horizon offers a secondary option that can fill gaps when Sindo’s preferred times are full. The route structure mirrors Sindo’s in most respects — both operators depart from HarbourFront and arrive at Sekupang’s Indonesian terminal, with comparable crossing durations around the one-hour mark.

Key routes

Horizon operates primarily on the HarbourFront–Sekupang corridor, with a secondary focus on connections between other Indonesian terminals that Sindo doesn’t serve. The exact 2025 route expansion depends on demand signals that neither operator publishes in advance.

Timings for 2025

Timings for Horizon follow the same daily-update pattern as Sindo. Aggregate sites like NetFerry and Redbus list Horizon alongside Sindo, making cross-operator comparison possible without visiting each carrier’s site individually.

Sekupang services

Sekupang remains the busiest ferry terminal on the Indonesian side of the Singapore Strait — both Sindo and Horizon serve it, along with several smaller operators. The terminal handles high passenger volumes on weekends and public holidays, when overcrowding can extend check-in and boarding times beyond the standard 60-minute buffer.

“Ferry schedules are subject to change without prior notice.”

— Sindo Ferry, Official Schedule Page

“Passengers should arrive at the counter 60 minutes before their departure.”

— Klook, Booking Platform

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Pairing the Sindo Ferry’s 2025 timetable with a broader Singapore to Batam ferry guide helps travelers compare routes, fares, and optimal booking times effectively.

Frequently asked questions

For travelers from Singapore, the choice between Sindo and alternative operators comes down to timing: Sindo offers the widest coverage on the HarbourFront run, but passengers heading to Tanjung Pinang or seeking weekend-only slots will find the landscape narrower — and may need to book at least two hours ahead to guarantee a seat. With daily updates driving the schedule and seasonal adjustments built into the May–December operating window, locking in your crossing as soon as your travel dates are firm remains the most reliable way to avoid last-minute surprises.