How To Go To Desaru From Changi Airport (No.1 Worry Free)

Dreaming of white sandy beaches, lapping waves and pure relaxation?

Needing a break from your hectic schedule?

Then it’s time to plan a getaway from Singapore to Desaru!

Situated just across the causeway, Desaru is starting to get the attention of Singaporean tourists as it boasts pristine beaches and luxury hotels and family-friendly activities too!

Caught your interest?

So how do you get to this idyllic location from Changi Airport?

Fear not. We’ve got you covered!

Read on to find out how to get to Desaru from Changi Airport!

Table of contents:
1. Changi Airport To Desaru By Private Car
2. Changi Airport To Desaru By Bus
3. Changi Airport To Desaru By Ferry

1. Changi Airport To Desaru By Private Car

First up – travelling by private car!

If you’re looking for the best, most convenient way to get from Changi Airport to Desaru, it’s got to be by private car!

While you could possibly drive yourself from the airport to Desaru (and worry about parking and getting lost!), may we suggest travelling from Singapore to Desaru by private car?

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Yes, they SPECIALISE in such travels!

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All their drivers are professionally trained and well-experienced on Malaysia & Singapore roads
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All their rides are private, meaning you will not have to share the ride with strangers or spend time waiting for other passengers
You can decide where and what time to be picked up and where you’d like to be dropped off – how convenient is that?
They also practice transparent pricing so you don’t need to guess the final amount or be surprised by sudden extra charges

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2. Changi Airport To Desaru By Bus

Another way to get from Changi Airport to Desaru is to travel by bus.

Step 1: Take MRT & Local Bus From Changi Airport To Kovan Hub

Hop on a local bus or MRT and travel from Changi Airport to Kovan Hub

Step 2: Take a Direct Bus From Kovan Hub To Desaru

Catch the bus that travels directly from Kovan Hub to Desaru – and that’s it!

Also read: How To Go Desaru Water Park From Singapore

Operator: KKKL Travel & Tours
Schedule: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 9:00 am
Pick Up Location: Kovan Hub
Drop Off Locations: Desaru Coast Adventure Water Park, Hard Rock Hotel Desaru, The Westin Desaru, Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
Travel Time: Approx 2.5 hours
Price: Starts from SGD30

Note: As this bus service only runs on the weekends, there is generally a long wait to clear customs and immigration – so do allow some buffer time in your travel itinerary.

3. Changi Airport To Desaru By Ferry

With the ferry from Singapore to Desaru now in operation, Singaporean travelers have yet another option to get to the beautiful coast of Desaru!

Also read: How To Go To Desaru From Singapore

To save you time trying to look this up yourself, here’s how to get to Desaru from Changi Airport by ferry:

Step 1: Take MRT & Local Bus From Changi Airport To Tanah Merah Terminal

Hop on EWL (East-West Line) MRT line and travel from Changi Airport MRT Station (CG2) to Tanah Merah MRT Station (EW4/CG).

From there, take SBS service number 35 to Tanah Merry Ferry Terminal.

Step 2: Ferry From Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal To Desaru Coast Ferry Terminal

Take the ferry from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal to Desaru Coast Ferry Terminal – that’s it!

Operator: Batam Fast Ferry Pte Ltd
Schedule: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays 8:30 am
Pick Up Location: Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal
Drop Off Locations: Desaru Coast Ferry Terminal
Travel Time: 90 minutes
Capacity: 330 passengers
Price: SGD70 (one way) SGD118 (return trip)

Step 3: Free Shuttle Bus From Desaru Coast Ferry Terminal To Desaru Coast

Also read: Ferry From Changi Ferry Terminal To Desaru

Note: At Desaru, you can hop on the free shuttle to certain hotels and attractions – check out the shuttle schedule at the ferry terminal’s information counter.