Transportation
Singapore's
Changi Airport is one of the busiest and
best connected in the world, handling over
100 airlines flying to some 400 cities. The
airport is also home to Singapore Airlines,
the flag carrier of Singapore. Together with
Scoot, both airlines fly to more than 135
destinations globally.
As
a leading homeport in the heart of Asia,
Singapore is one of the world's busiest
cruise centres. A host of cruise operators,
covering luxury, premium, and contemporary
offerings, is ready to whisk you from around
the region to one of the city's terminals.
Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore can also
accommodate the largest cruise liners around
today.
Driving
into Singapore from West Malaysia is a
relaxing and scenic way of getting here.
Singapore has two land checkpoints, at Tuas
in the west and Woodlands in the north, that
operate 24 hours a day.
The award-winning airport itself is
jam-packed with activities and amenities,
making it a world-class attraction in its
own right.
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Singapore Changi Airport
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Singapore Airlines
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Marina Bay Cruise Centre
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Singapore Cruise Centre
Motorists of foreign-registered vehicles are
required to have valid Autopass cards and
motor insurance for their vehicles. Owners
of foreign-registered motorcycles and cars
are encouraged to apply online for a
VEP/Autopass card. For more information,
motorists may visit the LTA's One Motoring
website.
Getting Around Singapore
Singapore's
MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) system is probably
the fastest way to zip around the city. Most
of our popular attractions are just a short
walk away from an MRT station, making our
trains a great way to get around.
Singapore's
bus system has an extensive network of
routes covering most places in Singapore.
Taxis
are comfortable and especially handy if you
want to go to places not accessible by the
bus or MRT. Cabs here are metered, but there
may be surcharges depending on when, where
and which company's taxi you board.
Cycling
around our sunny island is a great way to
get your dose of Vitamin D and enjoy the
green spaces that dot our city.
Visitors can use the following options for
MRT journeys:
1. Get a
Singapore Tourist Pass (STP), a
special EZ-Link stored-value card which will
allow you unlimited travel for one day
(S$10), two days (S$16) or three days
(S$20).
The Pass can be bought at the TransitLink
Ticket Office at selected MRT stations
listed
here, or at the Concession Card
Replacement Office at Somerset station. They
are also available daily at the Automated
STP Kiosks at Orchard station, HarbourFront
station, and Changi Airport station
(Terminal 2 and 3) near the Transitlink
Ticket Office.
2. You can use your foreign-issued
Mastercard® and Visa contactless bank cards
issued outside of Singapore for the payment
of public transport fares in Singapore.
Do take note that admin fees apply for
foreign-issued bank cards— you can check out
the details at TransitLink's
SimplyGo
website.
3. Adult Stored Value Smartcard (EZ-link /
Nets FlashPay): These cost $12 inclusive of
card value, and come with a stored value of
$7 for you to use on your commutes. You'll
be able to purchase this card at any
Transitlink Ticket Office or convenience
stores.
Besides being an economical way to get
around, it's one of the most scenic — you'll
be able to indulge in air-conditioned
comfort, as you admire the lush greenery and
beautiful architecture of our 'city in a
garden'.You can pay for your bus fare using
an adult stored value smartcard (EZ-link /
Nets FlashPay) or the Singapore Tourist Pass
(STP). Just keep an eye out for the
electronic card reader — located next to the
bus driver—and tap as you board.
You can also use your foreign-issued
Mastercard® and Visa contactless bank cards
issued outside of Singapore to pay for your
ride.
Remember to tap your card again, on the
reader located at the rear exit, when you
alight. You can also opt to pay in cash, but
make sure you have the exact amount in
change. Do note that admin fees apply for
foreign-issued bank cards. You can find out
more details at TransitLink's
SimplyGo
website.
Open strollers are allowed on all public
buses, and parents can approach our friendly
bus captains should they require assistance.
Do take note that you may be required to
fold your stroller if the bus has too many
passengers. You can refer to the
SBS
Transit,
SMRT,
Go-Ahead Singapore, and
Tower
Transit Singapore websites for more
information and guidelines.
For more useful information—including
traffic news, journey planning and nearby
transport services—download the MyTransport
app (available for
iOS and
Android).
To get a rough idea of the final fare, check
with the driver on the surcharges and ask
for a receipt at the end of the trip. You
can also check out
this website for a quick
and easy comparison.
You can hail a taxi by the roadside at most
places, or by queuing for one at a taxi
stand, which you'll find at most malls
hotels and attractions.
Singapore boasts a well-connected network of
cycling paths, and you can rent shared
bicycles from licensed operators.
Feel free to bring your foldable bike
onboard our trains and buses, but check if
they're too bulky. You can find guidelines
for cycling in Singapore
here.