Capital city, Singapore
Getting around Singapore
How to get around Singapore
The MRT and buses reach almost everywhere and are clean, cheap and reliable. Tap a contactless card or phone; taxis and Grab fill the gaps.
Ways to get around Singapore
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| MRT and LRT | About S$1–3 per trip | Tap a contactless Visa or Mastercard; trains run about 5:30 am–midnight |
| Public bus | About S$1–2.50 | Covers areas without trains; use Google Maps |
| Taxi | Starting about S$4.40 plus surcharges | Metered; peak and airport charges apply |
| Walking and cycling | Free | Covered walkways and park connectors |
Ride-hailing apps in Singapore
A 5 km ride costs about S$12–25 ($9.4–19.5).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Grab | Most drivers; cars, taxis and bikes |
| Gojek | Often cheaper at off-peak times |
| TADA | Zero-commission rival; fewer drivers |
| CDG Zig | Book ComfortDelGro taxis and cars |
- Metered taxis are honest; no haggling. Surcharges apply for airport, peak hours and ERP tolls.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi (SIN)
MRT to the city S$2.20 and about 30 min, from 5:30 am to midnight; taxi or Grab S$25–40 and 20–30 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals are rare and regulated; helmets mandatory and expat licence rules strict. Use MRT, bus or bike-sharing.
- Driving: on the left. Visitors can drive briefly on a foreign licence; bring a 1949 IDP, required if your licence isn't in English.
- Onward travel in Singapore: A compact city-state: MRT and buses reach almost everywhere for a few dollars. To Malaysia, take cross-border buses or the KTM Shuttle Tebrau train to Johor Bahru.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Singapore?
No. Use Grab, Gojek, TADA, CDG Zig instead.
What's the best way to get around Singapore?
The MRT and buses reach almost everywhere and are clean, cheap and reliable. Tap a contactless card or phone; taxis and Grab fill the gaps.
How do I get from the airport to Singapore?
MRT to the city S$2.20 and about 30 min, from 5:30 am to midnight; taxi or Grab S$25–40 and 20–30 min.
Is Singapore walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- Land Transport Authority
- KTM Berhad (Shuttle Tebrau to Johor Bahru)
- Changi Airport
- Changi Airport
- Land Transport Authority
- Singapore Tourism Board
- Singapore Police Force
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