Singapore has one of the best public transport systems in the world. Here's everything you need to know to get around.
MRT (Metro Rail)
🎫 Payment
Use EZ-Link card or simply tap your Visa/Mastercard on the reader. No separate card needed.
💵 Cost
Most rides cost $1-2.50. A daily cap around $2.70 with EZ-Link.
🗺️ Lines
6 lines covering the entire island: NS, EW, DT, NE, TE, PE.
🕐 Hours
5:30am - 12:30am (last train). Every 5-10 minutes.
Buses
- Regular buses - $0.92-2.17 (with EZ-Link)
- Express buses - Higher fares, fewer stops
- Night buses - N1, N2, etc. from 11pm-2am
- App: Download SG Buses or MyTransport for real-time arrivals
Grab (Ride-Share)
- GrabCar - $8-15 per trip (cheaper during off-peak)
- GrabBike - Cheaper but for one person
- Tips: Book in advance, avoid surge pricing (shows as 1.0x)
💡 Pro Tip: Use contactless payment (Visa/Mastercard) directly on MRT gates. No EZ-Link needed!
Getting from Changi Airport
- MRT - Take EW1 from Changi Airport to Tanah Merah, then transfer. Cost ~$2.50
- Grab - $25-40 to city. Book at arrivals level
- Bus - 24 hours from Terminal 1, 2, 3
Essential Apps
- SG Buses - Real-time bus timings
- MyTransport - Bus & train info
- Grab - Ride-hailing
- Google Maps - Works well for Singapore navigation