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Getting Around Singapore

 

 

Getting Around by Air

Sightseeing flights can be arranged locally through the Republic of Singapore Flying Club (Building 140-B, Piccadilly, Seletar Airbase, Eastcamp, Singapore 797754; tel: (065) 6481 0200; website: www.singaporeflyingclub.com).

Getting Around by Water

The Singapore Cruise Centre is located at the World Trade Centre, about 10 minutes' drive from the city centre. Harbour cruises and ferry services to Singapore's islands, Malaysia and the Indonesian Riau islands may be boarded at the ferry terminals located at the World Trade Centre and Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal at Changi. A ferry for Sentosa, the most popular offshore island, leaves every 20 minutes starting at 0730.

Getting Around by Rail

There are regular and well-maintained train services between all major cities and towns.

Getting Around by Road

Bus: There is a well-developed system of local services run by two main companies. The service is cheap and efficient and operates 0600-0000 daily. Three City Buzz services loop the city 1000-2200 daily. Fares are priced at S$1 per trip or a City Buzz Pass Pack costs S$5 for a day's unlimited travel. A SIA hop-on, hop-off service operates daily 0900-1800. There are additional peak-hours-only shuttle and minibus services. A flat fare system operates on the one-man routes. A timetable and route map are available from bookstores. Car hire: There are several car hire/self-drive firms with offices at the airport and in hotels. Traffic drives on the left. All motorists driving into the city or travelling on some major roads are required to pay the ERP (Electronic Road Pricing). The cost is S$5 per day (some vehicles have a device fitted which means that payment is automatic). Documentation: A national driving licence is sufficient for stays up to one month. For visits beyond one month, an International Driving Permit is required.

Getting Around Towns and Cities

Trishaws: This traditional form of chauffeur-pedalled transport is a fun and exciting way to tour the streets of Singapore. Taxi: These are numerous and relatively cheap. They can be picked up from outside hotels and official ranks or flagged down in the streets. Taxis are metered. Some surcharges not shown on the metre include: S$1 for all luggage placed in the boot; 50 per cent of the metered fare for journeys between 0000 and 0600; S$3 for all journeys starting at the airport; S$1 for all trips starting in the Central Business District, Mon-Fri 1630-1900 and Sat 1130-1400. It is possible to negotiate hourly rates for round-island tours.
Metro: Singapore has one of the most advanced metro systems in the world. The trains operate 0530-0300 (0600-0000 on Sundays and public holidays) with stations being served on average every six minutes. Fares range from 70 cents to S$1.60. The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) is a modern, comfortable, efficient and cheap way to explore Singapore. Operation hours are 0530-0000 and the train timetables are posted at each station. Over 40 stations link the city centre and suburbs, thus providing an opportunity to visit some of Singapore's attractions along the three main routes. The MRT system also extends out to Changi Airport (travel time from city centre - 27 minutes). 'A Quick Guide to the MRT Travel' is available from MRT stations.