Central Tanjung Pinang, including the old part of town which is built on stilts, is small enough for you to move around on foot. If you want to move further out, such as to Bintan Mall, Bestari Mall, Bintan Center, Trikora beach, open air "Akau" restaurant, Budhist " Kelenteng Senggarang" temple taxis are the easiest way for foreigners. Buses exist but are seldom easy to understand as stops are rarely marked, drivers do not speak English, and there is no information available for them on paper.
By Minibus
Minibuses known as Angkutan Kota operate on fixed routes, they carry six to eight passengers and charges per person vary with the distance is another useful way to roam around. The fare is fixed at Rp. 3000 within the city. To stop at your destination, just shout "'pinggir' or 'kiri'" pak.
By ship
Regular boats to Penyengat Island cost Rp5,000/person, starts from small alley at Jalan Pos.But you have to wait a while to have the boat full. You can hire own boats for a much more expensive cost.
From Jalan Pelantar I you can go to Senggarang, cost about Rp5,0001-wayper person for a small boat. You may need to wait for a while to have the boat full or you can hire own boats but need to bargain beforehand.
From Jalan Pelantar II you can go to Kampung Bugis.
By Motorcycle Taxi (Ojek)
There are also the thousands of motorcycle taxis called ojek waiting to ferry you around, although consider this more of an "adventure" way to travel and is not necessarily safe.
By taxi
Only take taxis from the main road. 'City Taxis' charge $.3 if you request to leave the urban area. The taxis are affordable once you have sucessfuly bargained. Fix your price firmly before boarding the taxi to avoid any problems. A 40km trip to Trikora Beach should cost $.5.00