Daily return sailings from five Tioman jetties — Salang, Air Batang (ABC), Tekek, Paya, and Genting — back to Tanjung Gemok mainland jetty in Pahang. Approximately 60-minute open-sea crossing on the final segment.
confirmation_number Book your return nowThe Tioman to Tanjung Gemok SpeedBoat route is a daily 60-minute return sea crossing operated by Tioman SpeedBoat Sdn. Bhd., transporting passengers from five jetties on Tioman Island back to Tanjung Gemok mainland jetty in Pahang. The return route mirrors our outbound circuit, with sequential pickups at Kampung Salang, Air Batang (ABC), Kampung Tekek, Kampung Paya, and Kampung Genting before crossing the South China Sea to Tanjung Gemok.
Total return journey time depends on your boarding jetty. Passengers boarding at Salang experience the longest total journey (approximately 120 minutes including all subsequent pickups), while passengers boarding at Genting experience the shortest (approximately 60 minutes — direct crossing with no further pickups).
The return route picks up passengers from the following five jetties in sequence, with total journey time falling as you board further south.
When booking, please select the jetty closest to your accommodation. We recommend arriving at your boarding jetty at least 30 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
Tioman SpeedBoat operates multiple return departures daily during our operating season. Specific pickup times for each jetty are staggered by 15 to 30 minutes per stop.
First Salang pickup typically between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
First Salang pickup typically between 1:30 PM and 3:00 PM.
There is no public bus service direct from Tanjung Gemok jetty. Travellers proceeding inland must arrange their own onward transport using one of the options above.
Approximate driving times from Tanjung Gemok to common destinations via the LPT2 East Coast Highway.
Federal Route 3 → LPT2 → exit at preferred KL interchange. Best to depart Tanjung Gemok before 2:00 PM to avoid late-evening traffic on the LPT2.
Federal Route 3 south → LPT2 / North-South Highway → CIQ Tuas or Woodlands. Allow extra 1+ hour buffer for border on weekends.
Federal Route 3 → North-South Highway south.
Federal Route 3 north. The closest major city — hotels, hospitals, restaurants, and Kuantan Airport for onward flights.
Federal Route 3 → LPT2 → Karak Highway → Genting connector.
Federal Route 3 → LPT2 → ELITE Highway → KLIA exit. For same-day flights, take the morning return sailing for buffer time.
A few practical considerations when planning your return sailing.
Return sailings — particularly afternoon ones during weekends and school holidays — frequently sell out. Booking both directions at the same time secures your seat and avoids being stranded on Tioman.
If returning in the final two weeks of October (the end of our operating season), book at least 2 to 3 weeks in advance. Final sailings of the year before monsoon suspension are in high demand.
The most-booked return sailings of the week. If your travel dates allow flexibility, consider returning Saturday afternoon or Monday morning instead — better availability and a more comfortable journey.
Both directions sell out 4 to 6 weeks in advance during Hari Raya, Chinese New Year (March only — out of monsoon), Deepavali, school mid-year break, and the end-of-year break.
Boarding gates at each Tioman jetty close 15 minutes before scheduled pickup. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before pickup.
Duty-free reminder. If you have purchased duty-free items in Tekek, please ensure they are properly packed in your checked baggage. Malaysian customs may apply liquid quantity and type limits when re-entering the mainland from Tioman (Tioman is a designated duty-free island).
The open-sea crossing is approximately 60 minutes. Total return journey time depends on your boarding jetty: from Salang it is about 120 minutes, from Tekek about 90 minutes, and from Genting about 60 minutes (direct crossing).
You can board from any of five jetties: Kampung Salang, Air Batang (ABC), Kampung Tekek, Kampung Paya, or Kampung Genting. Select your boarding jetty when booking.
Yes. Tioman is a designated duty-free island and you may bring back goods purchased at Tekek's duty-free shops. Please pack them properly and be aware that Malaysian customs may apply quantity and type limits when you re-enter the mainland.
We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Boarding gates close 15 minutes before pickup and we cannot accept late arrivals.
No. Boarding jetty changes are not permitted after the booking is confirmed. Please ensure you select the correct jetty closest to your accommodation when booking.
If we cancel a return sailing more than 3 hours before scheduled departure, you can choose to rebook on the next available sailing, take a 90-day travel credit, or receive a full refund. Same-day cancellations at the jetty are rebooked on the next available sailing. Full details in our Refund Policy.
There is no direct public bus from Tanjung Gemok jetty. Most travellers arrange a return private vehicle at Tanjung Gemok or use e-hailing (Grab) to reach Kuantan, then onward transport to KL or other cities.
Yes. Return-only bookings are available — for example, if you arrived on Tioman by another operator or by air via Tioman Airport, you can book just the Tioman to Tanjung Gemok return with us.
If you have a flight from KLIA / KLIA2, allow at least 8 hours from disembarking at Tanjung Gemok to your flight departure time. This includes 4 to 4.5 hours of driving plus airport check-in buffer. We strongly recommend the morning return sailing for same-day onward flights.
Instant e-ticket, secure your seat in advance, and avoid being stranded on Tioman during high-season weekends. Need outbound too? Book your Tanjung Gemok to Tioman crossing in the same flow.
