Getting here | Tioman Island - TDB SunBeach

Comprehensive Travel Guide: How to Reach Tioman Island - TDB SunBeach by Ferry, Bus, Car, or Shuttle from Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, and Other Major Cities

Getting to Tioman Island - TDB SunBeach

To reach Pulau Tioman, you can take a public ferry departing from either Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty or Mersing Jetty, with the recommended arrival point being Genting Village Jetty on the island.

Ferry schedules are updated monthly by the ferry operators, typically during the third week, to account for tide variations. The latest schedules will be available on their website.

For booking ferry and bus tickets online, you can visit:


From Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty

For travelers coming from Kuala Lumpur, the nearest departure point to Pulau Tioman is Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty.

Maps: 

Journey Duration:

  • Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Ferry Operator:

  • Bistari Gemilang Express, with service to Genting Village Jetty in Tioman.

Ticket Prices:

  • Adult: RM60 (one way)
  • Child: RM55 (one way)

Ferry Agent:

Mr. David
Tel : +6019 784 2977
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From Mersing Jetty

If you’re traveling from Singapore or Johor Bahru, Mersing Jetty is the closest and serves as the main gateway to Pulau Tioman. It’s conveniently situated near the Mersing bus station.

Maps: 

Journey Duration:

  • About 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Ferry Operators:

  • Bluewater Express and Cataferry provide services to Genting Village Jetty in Tioman.

Ticket Prices:

  • Bluewater Express: RM60 (adult, one way) and RM55 (child, one way). Tickets can be collected at Counter R21 in the ticketing building opposite Mersing Jetty.
  • Cataferry: Visit Cataferry's website for ticket details.

Travelers coming from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Kota Bharu, Kuala Besut Jetty, or Penang can reach Marina Tanjung Gemok or Mersing Jetty by bus. For convenient booking and to explore available routes, visit Easybook, which offers bus services connecting various locations.


From Singapore

Journey Duration:

  • Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Bus Operators from Singapore:

  • WTS Travel (Website)

    • Departs from Singapore at 6:30 AM, arriving at Mersing Jetty around 9:45 AM and Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty by 10:15 AM. The schedule is coordinated with ferry departure times at both jetties.
    • Fares range from SGD30 to SGD100, depending on the season and school holidays in Singapore and Malaysia.
  • The One Travel (Website)

    • Provides bus services from Singapore to both Mersing Jetty and Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty.
  • Transnational (Website)

    • Operates buses from Singapore to Mersing, Endau (near Marina Tanjung Gemok), and other destinations across Malaysia.

Shuttle Van/Bus Services:

  • Skylandsea Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd offers shuttle services from Singapore's Newton Circle to Mersing and Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty.
    • Fares: SGD30 to SGD50 per person, one-way.
    • Departure Time: 6:30 AM from Newton Circle.
    • Contact: +607-2223 122

From Kuala Lumpur

Journey Duration:

  • Approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes.

  • For bus services from Kuala Lumpur's TBS Bus Terminal to Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty and Mersing Jetty, consider booking with Sanwa Express or Transnational. You can find available routes and book tickets online at Easybook.

From Singapore

By Coach:

WTS Travel and Discovery Travel & Tours offer coach services from Singapore to Mersing and Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty.

  • Departure Time: 6:30 AM from Singapore, arriving at Mersing Jetty by 9:45 AM and Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty by 10:15 AM. The schedules align with ferry departures at both jetties.
  • Fares: SGD 30 – 50 per person, depending on the season and holiday periods in Singapore and Malaysia.

Booking Options:

By Shuttle Van/Bus Services:

Skylandsea Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd operates shuttle services from Singapore’s Newton Circle to Mersing and Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty.

  • Departure Time: 6:30 AM from Newton Circle
  • Fares: SGD 30 – 50 per person, depending on the season and holidays in Singapore and Malaysia
  • Contact: +607 222 3122

By Taxi/Chartered Van:

For private transportation from Singapore, Johor Bahru, or Senai Airport, you can contact:

  • Mr. Jacky for small to medium group transfers:

    • Mobile: +6016 701 1280 / +6012 755 9275
  • Happy Express Travel Sdn. Bhd


From Kuala Lumpur

By Car

  • To Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty (Approx. 330 km):
    Follow the route from Seremban to Kuala Pilah, then continue to Muadzam Shah and Kuala Rompin before reaching Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty.

    • Estimated Duration: 4 hours
  • To Mersing Jetty (Approx. 380 km):
    Take the North-South Highway and exit at Ayer Hitam, then proceed through Kluang, Kahang, and Felda Nitar to reach Mersing.

    • Estimated Duration: 4 hours 15 minutes

By Bus

Sanwa Express and Transnational provide bus services from Kuala Lumpur's TBS Bus Terminal to both Marina Tanjung Gemok Jetty and Mersing Jetty.

  • Estimated Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Booking: Visit Easybook for tickets and schedules.
  • Naga Shutter: Common mode of transportation between villages. Click here for more
  • Walking: Many areas can be explored on foot.
  • Motorbikes/Bicycles: Available for rent in Tekek and other larger villages.