How To Get To Rawa Island From Singapore
Rawa Island is a stunning island off the coast of Johor that is within reach from Singapore.
If you’ve never been to Rawa Island, you must be wondering how to go to Rawa Island from Singapore.
Once you have made it across the Singapore-Malaysia border into JB town, you will need to find transportation to take you to Mersing Jetty.
Of course, if you’re travelling by car, everything is easier.
Filled with useful tips and tricks, this ultimate guide will help you plan your transportation from Singapore to Rawa Island.
Go to Mersing Rawa By Alphard Private Car
1. How To Plan Your Transport Rawa Island
To get to Rawa Island, there is no need to purchase any ferry tickets yourself. Your Rawa Island resort package already includes any boat service to the Rawa Island resort jetty.
You can check out Rawa Island Package & Room Details to learn more about rates and packages.
If you’re only spending 2-3 days on Rawa Island, and you’re coming from Singapore, it’s imperative that you plan your trip well!
Depending on traffic conditions or season (peak vs. non-peak), it usually takes 3-5 hours to get from Singapore to Mersing Jetty. Read How to go to Mersing Jetty from Singapore for more.
If you arrive at Mersing Jetty at an unexpected time, ask the front desk to charter a speed boat to Rawa Island jetty. It costs about RM 600, but you can always negotiate for a better price.
Rawa Island Speed Boat
If you miss the boat, please contact the hotel’s front desk to reschedule another ride. Sometimes they might offer to reschedule FOC.
Since public holidays are few and far between in Singapore, don’t risk wasting your precious vacation due to traffic or poor planning.
Tip:
- To save yourself the trouble, I would suggest hiring a private car service, like SGMYTAXI direct from Singapore to Mersing Jetty, for a reasonable price.
- SGMYTAXI offers a direct transfer from Singapore to Mersing Jetty. Plus, it’s convenient, since you won’t have to alight at the Singapore-Malaysia checkpoint clearance, unlike the bus.
Rawa Office in Mersing
2. Speed Boat From Mersing Jetty To Rawa Island
As long as you’re a Rawa Island resort customer, it’ll be easier than going to Tioman.
Just make sure you plan your journey to Mersing Jetty carefully, and arrive there at least an hour before the speedboat departure time.
The speedboat ride isn’t free per se, but already included in your package.
Also read: Rawa Island Resort Accommodation
Speed Boat Reaching Rawa Jetty
Important Notes:
- Please note that the boat departure time is subject to change as they rely on a certain tide level for boats to cross the river mouth.
- Please e-mail or call to check your scheduled boat time (8:00am to 5:00pm daily).
I’ve written about my speedboat journey from Mersing Jetty to Rawa Island. To know more, please read Boat From Mersing Jetty To Rawa island.
3. Private Car Taxi To Mersing Jetty (Best Option)
Step 1: Private Car Taxi Direct From Singapore To Mersing Jetty
Compared to self-driving or taking a bus/coach, the journey with SGMYTAXI’s private taxi service from Singapore To Mersing Jetty is notably more comfortable and less hassle.
Here Is Why Choose Private Taxi Service:
- Experience door-to-door service from Singapore to Mersing Jetty and return
- Choose your preferred pick-up time and location anywhere in Singapore.
- Clearing Singapore and Malaysia immigration without getting off the vehicle twice.
- Private transfers with reasonable rates
- Enjoy a direct transfer to Mersing Jetty in 7 to 10 seater MPV car
- Suitable for family with kids, elderly and group trip
- Easily book your transfer via WhatsApp.
- Request an early departure to avoid traffic congestion at Singapore-Malaysia border.
For details about the speedboat from Mersing Jetty to Rawa Island, refer to No. 2 above
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4. Direct Coach To Mersing Jetty
It’s also possible to take a direct coach from Singapore to Mersing Jetty. But it comes with its pros and cons.
Why Choose Direct Coach:
- Suitable if travelling solo or in a pair.
- Direct transfer from Singapore to Mersing Jetty.
- Rates per person (∼SGD 39) are comparably cheaper than private car service.
Why Not To Choose Direct Coach:
- Not suitable for travel with family, kids, elderly people, or group.
- Fixed departure schedule and limited pick-up points, which can be inconvenient.
- Inconvenient to bring any large or heavy luggage as you have to alight twice at Singapore-Malaysia checkpoints.
- Not comfortable compared to a car.
- Have to endure an uncomfortable journey with strangers.
These are the available direct coaches to Mersing Jetty from Singapore:
3.1 KKKL Singapore
Singapore To Mersing Jetty Bus Schedule & Ticket Price
| Departure Location | Departure Time | Ticket Price |
| Kovan Hub 206 | Daily 6:00am | SGD$39/pax |
| Bugis MRT Exit D | Daily 6:30am | SGD$39/pax |
| Katong V Mall | Daily 10:30pm | SGD$39/pax |
Singapore To Mersing Bus Terminal Bus Schedule & Ticket Price
| Departure Location | Departure Time | Ticket Price |
| Kovan Hub 206 | Daily 10:00pm | SGD$39/pax |
| Katong V Mall | Daily 10:30pm | SGD$39/pax |
Also read: How To Travel From Singapore To Johor Bahru By Bus (The Cheapest Transportation Options!)
3.2 Diamond Coach Singapore
Singapore To Mersing Jetty Bus Schedule & Ticket Price
| Departure Location | Departure Time | Ticket Price |
| The Plaza Singapore | 5:45am
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SGD$39/pax |
| Novena Square Singapore | 6:00am
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SGD$39/pax |
| Serangoon Nex MRT Station Exit E | 6:20am
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SGD$39/pax |
| Woodlands Singapore | 6:45am
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SGD$39/pax |
For details about the speedboat from Mersing Jetty to Rawa Island, refer to No. 2 above.
5. Self Driving (Avoid Car Park Full)
If you have your own car and enjoy driving, you can always attempt self-driving to Mersing Jetty. Otherwise, there are plenty of reasons why you should avoid it.
Why Don’t Choose Self Driving
- It can be a nightmare for you when the parking lot is full and the ferry is ready to depart
- Navigating your own route to Mersing Jetty is essential.
- Finding parking at Mersing Jetty can be challenging, especially during long weekend holidays or public holidays.
- You may encounter traffic jams during peak hours, making self-driving across the Singapore-Malaysia border tiring.
- Staying alert while driving is crucial, unlike in a private taxi where relaxation is possible.
- You need to pay car fuel, toll fees, road charges, VEP, and parking fees at Mersing Jetty.
At JB CIQ, you can use Waze and Google Maps to help guide your journey to Mersing.
As I’ve said, it’s important to plan your travel schedule well. Traffic conditions vary from time to time, but it’s always best to depart early so you’ll catch the ferry on time.
Mersing Jetty Parking
For details about the speedboat from Mersing Jetty to Rawa Island, refer to No. 2 above.
Also read: What To Do In Rawa Island
6. Local Taxi (From SG or JB)
SIngapore to Johor Taxi At Ban San Street Terminal
Why Not To Choose Local Taxi:
- Need to go to Ban San Street taxi stand as the taxi won’t pick you up from your desired location in Singapore.
- Limited to 4 people per taxi.
- Expensive when riding alone.
- Some taxis won’t go directly to Mersing Jetty, which means you’ll have to change taxis at Larkin Sentral. This consumes time and money.
There are only 2 types of taxis you can take.
The first one:
A Singaporean taxi with authority to cross the border and reach Larkin Sentral. From Larkin Sentral, take another taxi to Mersing Jetty.
Larking JB – Singapore Taxi
The second one:
A Malaysian yellow taxi that is allowed to pick up passengers from Ban San St. Taxi Kiosk on Queen st. (5-minute walk from Bugis MRT station) and directly to Mersing without transfer.
Singpore Ban San Taxi Terminal
When returning to Singapore from Mersing Jetty, you’ll need to arrange for your own transportation.
To simplify matters, just hire a private car service, which allows you to book in advance for your return trip.
Step 2: Take Speedboat From Mersing Jetty To Rawa Island
Refer to No. 2 above for details.
7. Flight: Not available
Unfortunately, there are no direct flights from Singapore to Rawa Island.
