Wondering where to go for your next holiday? Why not check out Tioman Island in Malaysia?
Tioman Island (Pulau Tioman) is considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Situated off the east coast of Malaysia, it is a tropical paradise for water sports like snorkelling, diving, and surfing.
How To Go To Tioman Island From Singapore
To get to Tioman Island, you have to take a ferry service from one of two points: Mersing Jetty, or Tanjung Gemok Jetty.
So, you have to first get to either jetties from Singapore. Below, we offer you a list of ways you can get to both jetties.
3 options to get from Singapore to Tioman
- Private Car From Singapore To Tioman Island
- Coach From Singapore To Mersing/Tanjung Gemok
- Bus From Singapore To Tioman Island (Via Malaysia Larkin Bus Station)
Option 1: Private Car From Singapore To Tioman Island
Private Car Services are probably the easiest and most convenient ways to get to Tioman Island. Without the need for transferring between transport services, you can enjoy flexible pick-up and drop-off, while travelling in comfort.
SGMYTRIPS is happy to serve customers who wish to get to Tioman Island from Singapore. We provide trips on any day, at any time, at your request. Just contact us with your pick-up and drop-off details, and we will be there to bring you to Mersing Jetty or Tanjung Gemok Jetty, where you can take the ferry straight to Tioman Island.
At amazing rates, you can enjoy a fuss-free ride in a private vehicle. Our friendly drivers will also ensure they pick the best route to the jetty so you get there right in time. Check out our private transport service rates here.
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Option 2 Coach From Singapore To Mersing/Tanjung Gemok
There are various coach services offering direct trips to Mersing Jetty or Tanjung Gemok Jetty. Most of these have fixed pick-up points in Singapore, and are available for advanced booking online. You can choose one with the most convenient pick-up location and timing, and enjoy a comfortable ride to the jetty.
1) Singapore To Mersing Jetty By Coach
1.1 KKKL Express
Ticket Price From Singapore To Mersing Jetty: SGD$31/person
Ticket Price From Mersing Jetty To Singapore: SGD$26/person
Departure Place: Kovan (6:00am)
Departure Place: Bugis Exit D Taxi Stand (6:30am)
Return From Mersing Jetty to Singapore
Departure Place: Mersing Jetty (5:00pm)
1.2 Starmart Express
Ticket Price From Singapore To Mersing Jetty: SGD$35/person
Departure Place: Golden Mile Tower (6:31am)
Departure Place: Boon Lay (7:01am)
Starmart Express does not provide return trips from Mersing to Singapore.
1.3 Transnasional
Ticket Price From Singapore To Mersing Bus Terminal: SGD$33.90/person
Ticket Price From Mersing Bus Terminal To Singapore: SGD$17.50/person
Departure Place: Plaza Beach Road (9:00am, 1:30pm, 7:30pm, 10:00pm)
Return From Mersing to Singapore
Departure Place: Mersing Bus Terminal (12:00pm, 1:30pm)
1.4 WTS Travel
Ticket Price From Singapore To Mersing Jetty: SGD$21/person
Ticket Price From Mersing Jetty To Singapore: SGD$21/person
Departure Place: Singapore Flyers (6:30am)
Return From Mersing Jetty to Singapore
Departure Place: Mersing Jetty (6:00pm)
2) Singapore To Tanjung Gemok Jetty By Coach
2.1 KKKL Express
Ticket Price From Singapore To Tanjung Gemok Jetty: SGD$31/person
Ticket Price From Tanjung Gemok Jetty To Singapore: SGD$31/person
Departure Place: Kovan (6:00am)
Departure Place: Bugis Exit D Taxi Stand (6:30am)
Return From Tanjung Gemok Jetty to Singapore
Departure Place: Tanjung Gemok Jetty (5:00pm)
2.2 WTS Travel
Ticket Price From Singapore To Tanjung Gemok Jetty: SGD$21/person
Ticket Price From Tanjung Gemok Jetty To Singapore: SGD$21/person
Departure Place: Singapore Flyer (6:30am)
Return From Tanjung Gemok Jetty to Singapore
Departure Place: Tanjung Gemok Jetty (6:00pm)
2.3 The One Travel & Tours
Ticket Price From Singapore To Tanjung Gemok Jetty: $36.50/person
Ticket Price From Tanjung Gemok Jetty To Singapore: $36.50/person
Departure Place: Golden Mile Complex (6:15am)
Departure Place: Boon Lay Mrt ( 6.45am)
Return From Tanjung Gemok Jetty to Singapore
Departure Place: Tanjung Gemok Jetty (4:00pm)
2.4 Discovery Tours & Travel
Ticket Price From Singapore To Tanjung Gemok Jetty: SGD$31/person
Ticket Price From Tanjung Gemok Jetty To Singapore: SGD$28/person
Departure Place: Bugis Exit D Taxi Stand (6:30am)
Return From Tanjung Gemok Jetty to Singapore
Departure Place: Tanjung Gemok Jetty (4:30pm)
Option 3 Bus From Singapore To Mersing/Tanjung Gemok (Via Malaysia Larkin Bus Station)
For the cheapest way to travel from Singapore to either jetty, you can take the bus. However, it is also a more time-consuming journey due to the many stops and transfers you will need to make.
The first leg of the journey requires you to get from Singapore to the bus terminal in Malaysia. Typically, travellers go to Larkin Sentral bus terminal in Johor Bahru to take another bus to Mersing Jetty.
Read more about how to go Larkin Sentral from Singapore here.
The 4 buses to Larkin Sentral are as follows:
- SBS 170
- Causeway link CW1
- Causeway link CW2
- Singapore-johore express (SJE)
At the Larkin Sentral bus terminal, you may take a bus to Mersing Terminal Bus Station. The journey can take around 3-3.5 hours.
Here are the bus companies serving the route from Larkin to Mersing.
3.1 S&S International Express
Ticket Price From Larkin To Mersing: RM12.70/person
Ticket Price From Mersing To Larkin: RM12.70/person
Departure Place: Larkin Sentral (7.45am, 11.45am, 2.30pm, 5.45pm)
Return From Mersing to Larkin
Departure Place: Mersing Bus Terminal (7.45am, 11.30am, 2.45pm, 5.30pm)
3.2 Transnasional
Ticket Price From Larkin To Mersing: RM17.60/person
Ticket Price From Mersing To Larkin: RM17.60/person
Departure Place: Larkin Sentral (10.30am, 9.30pm, 11pm)
Return From Mersing to Larkin
Departure Place: Mersing Bus Terminal (12.30pm, 2pm, 3pm, 3.30pm)
3.3Plusliner
Ticket Price From Larkin To Mersing: RM17.60/person
Ticket Price From Mersing To Larkin: RM17.60/person
Departure Place: Larkin Sentral (11.45am, 6.45pm)
Return From Mersing to Larkin
Departure Place: Mersing Bus Terminal (1.45pm)
Unfortunately, there are no direct buses from Larkin to Tanjung Gemok Jetty. If you must get to Tanjung Gemok Jetty, you will have to get to Mersing first then take a taxi. The ride will cost you around RM50-100 and 30 minutes.
How To Get To Tioman Island From Mersing Jetty/ Tanjung Gemok Jetty
At Mersing Jetty or Tanjung Gemok Jetty, getting a ferry is quite simple. Look for the ferry ticket counter operated by Blue Water Express to get your tickets.
Alternatively, you can purchase your tickets online in advance. Here are some sites you can do your bookings on:
1.) http://www.easybook.com/en-my/ferry
2.) http://booking.discoverytours.com.sg /ticketindex.html
You May Also Check Tioman Ferry Schedule HERE.
Ferry Fare to Tioman island One way: RM35 (adult) / RM30 (child: 2-11 years old)
The ferry ride to Tioman takes about 1.5-2 hours, subject to weather conditions.
Once you have obtained your ferry tickets, head to the Marine Park Permit counter. You need to pay a small conservation fee to enter Tioman Island. The fee is used to maintain the island and contribute to the conservation of nature on the island.
Conservation fee rates
Malaysian citizens
Adults: RM5.00Children (aged 6-12 years) & Senior citizens (60 year and above): RM2.00
Toddlers (0-6 years), & Disabled persons: FREE.
Overseas visitors
Adults: RM 30
Children (aged 6-12 years) & Senior citizens (aged 60 years and above): RM15.00
Toddlers (0-6 years), & Disabled persons: FREE.
Tioman Island MAP
The ferry makes several stops at Tioman Island, in the following order (and vice versa on the trip back):
- Kampong Genting
- Kampong Paya
- Kampong Tekek
- Kampong Air Batang
- Panuba Jetty’
- Kampong Salang
Depending on your accommodation at Tioman Island, you should choose the stop that is most convenient for you. You need to tell the operator this information when purchasing the ferry ticket as well. The most popular stops are Paya and Tekek Jetties.
Haven’t booked a place to stay? Why not check out these Top 10 Resorts In Tioman Island?
Best Time To Visit Tioman Island
You want to be able to enjoy the best of Tioman Island in nice sunny weather. The best time to visit is between March and October. If possible, you should avoid going during the monsoon periods when it is rainy. During this period, the ferry frequencies are also fewer and many resorts do not operate.
Best Time To Dive
Scuba-diving in Tioman is possible from February to November during the dry season. The best visibility is during March-May and September-November (15-30m). In June to August, the weather is good but visibility may be compromised (8-12m). During these warm periods, you can enjoy warm water temperatures of around 27-29°C.
A word of advice for travellers going to Tioman Island:
- Don’t expect Wi-Fi coverage islandwide. If you need to be connected, do get a local data sim card or activate your roaming services.
- Bring enough cash in ringgit. ATMs are rare in Tioman Island, with most found only at Kampong Tekek (Berjaya).
- Take advantage of the duty-free shopping at Tioman Island. Most of the duty-free shops take credit card payments as well.
- If you want to dive on your trip, it might be worth it to book a diving package from a travel agent or resort for a better price.
