From the Airport
To get to the city, you
can either take a taxi, the MRT (“Mass Rapid Transport”, Singapore’s subway
system), or buses. For more details please visit http://www.changiairport.com/
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Thursday, December 22, 2011
MRT
MRT
The
MRT system (“Mass Rapid Transport”, Singapore’s subway system) is probably the
fastest and most reliable way to get around Singapore besides taxis. Trains run from about 6am to
midnight. Besides being one of the cleanest transport systems in the world, the
MRT provides scenic views of the Singapore heartland and city areas, with great
access to almost every...
Taxis
Taxi
Taxis in Singapore is affordable when compared to other developed countries like Japan or Australia. The fare rarely exceeds $30. It would mainly depend on whether peak hour surcharge, midnight surcharge is incurred. Usual fare is around $15- $20.
Note that some cabs have different flagdown fares. When in doubt, look for blue, yellow or SMRT taxis....
Bus
Bus
Singapore has
an extensive bus network, which accepts both cash (no change given) and cashless payment (EZ link).
Buses can be boarded at designated bus stops, most of which show a map listing
out the various routes and pricing.
Cashless
payment is the easiest method of payment: simply tap your card against the reader at
the front entrance of the bus when...
EZ link cards
EZ-Link cards
Stored value cards, locally known as EZ-Link cards, can be used on the MRT and public buses in Singapore. Cards can be purchased from the TransitLink Ticket Office located at selected MRT stations, and standard value tickets may be purchased from General Ticketing Machines (GTMs) located at all SMRT stations. You may top up your EZ-Link cards at any Transitlink...
Which operator? - SG
Prepaid
Card Rates and Charges
The different between the 3 operators in Singapore is minimal. If you are only here for a short stay, i suggest that you just pick one and save yourself the hassle of reading the article. :)
Starhub's Tourist prepaid sim card seems pretty attractive as it also comes with a free data bundle which lasts for 3 days, allows free data...
Prepaid SIM cards - SG
SIM cards
Prepaid SIM cards in Singapore come in
various denominations ranging from S$10 to S$50. They can be purchased at most
convenience stores, Singapore Post and at the Airport.
Since 2006, Singapore government has
made the prepaid SIM registration a mandatory requirement. This means the card
must be registered under the name of the person who will be using...
