Boasting to be one of the best in the world, the Singapore’s transport system comprises of a Mass Rapid Transport (MRT), Bus services that are readily available and efficient with a fleet of Taxis from a phone call away or with the wave of a hand to bring you to your destination. The furthest travelling time from east to west is approximately an hour and a half by train.
The EZ-link card is a must-have for all travelers to access the main transport system in Singapore. This card acts as a clearance and payment to the public transport in Singapore – just a tap and you are in. It saves time and is convenient to boot.
3 main forms of transport:
- SBS Bus: Buses are readily available in Singapore. In each surrounding area, there is bound to be at least 2 bus stops. The estimated interval time between buses ranges from 5 minutes to 20 minutes. A bus guide (Hyperlink to popular website) will be useful in orientating your way around Singapore. As of now, almost all if not 80% of the buses in Singapore are air-conditioned and that is why you do not have to worry about the humidity level when you are boarding a bus. On top of that, some buses are even equipped with a television set, you will never get bored taking a bus again. The bus fares in Singapore are also reasonable. Prices range from S$0.70 to S$2.00, depending on the distance travelled. In recent years, Singapore has introduced the express bus system for late party goers. This buses operate from midnight till morning, and they are definitely a cheaper alternative (at least 50% lower) to taking a taxi.
- MRT: Mass Rapid Transport. The name says it all. The train service in Singapore is the fastest way to get to your destination. In recent years, Singapore has developed a train station in almost every part of Singapore. Worried about the crowd during peak hours? Our trains operate at an interval time of a maximum 3 minutes waiting time during peak hours.
- Taxi: Singapore has a few taxi operators namely: Comfort Delgro, SMRT, Silver Cab. As of 2009, the taxi fare generally starts at $2.80 and for every kilometer the meter jumps at S$0.20. However, do take note of the additional charges below:
| Extra Charges Condition | Time Period | Extra charge rate |
| Peak Hours | From 7 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. | 35% of metered fare |
| Central Business District (CBD) | Monday to Saturday from 5 p.m. to Midnight | S$3.00 |
| ERP | Click Here to read more about the rates | |
| Booking charges |
Standar Taxi: S$2.50 to S$5.20 |
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| Changi Airport Freight Centre | Friday to Sunday from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m | S$3.00 to S$5.00 |
| Seletar Airport | S$3.00 | |
| Boarding at Singapore Expo Centre | S$2.00 | |
| Public Holiday | From 6 p.m. on the eve to 12 a.m. on the public holiday | S$1.00 |
| Midnight | 12 a.m. to 5:59 a.m. | 50% of metered fare |
With a state of the art transport system in Singapore, you got to think of coming up with an excuse for being late.
