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==Public Transport==
==Public Transport==
===Methods Of Fare Payments when using Public Transport===
===Methods Of Fare Payments when using Public Transport===
All tourist above 0.9m (2ft 11in) must present a valid card for travel on public transport. No sharing of travel card or contactless card is allowed.


Families with kids under 7 years old as of that year, irregardless of birth date, may apply for a Child Concession Card at any SimplyGo Ticket Office. The card is free and enable the kids to '''travel free''' in the public transport system, except for Premium and special services (E.g. Bus Service RWS8). Otherwise, the child will need a valid full fare paying travel card for travel.
===1. Cash===
Adults above 0.9m (2ft 11in) in height must present a valid card for travel on public transport. No sharing of travel card or contactless card is allowed.


====EZ-Link Card====
Families with kids under 7 years old and up to 0.9m in height are allowed to ride for free on public transport. Otherwise, the child requires to have a travel card for boarding on public transport.
You may purchase an EZ-Link card at any SimplyGo ticket office, which can be found at selected MRT stations including {{CG2| }} station. Alternatively, EZ-Link card can also be purchased through the vending machine located at either exits of {{CG2| }} station. An EZ-Link card cost $10, which include a $5 non-refundable deposit and a $5 top-up for your bus/train ride. A minimum of $3 is required to be stored in the card to use for travel.


====Singapore Tourist Pass====
===2. Contactless Cards (Credit/Debit Bank cards)===
The Singapore Tourist Pass is a special pass that allows you to have unlimited rides on basic bus services and train services.
Commuters can also use their foreign-issued MasterCard or VISA bank cards for travel. Please activate your bank card contactless feature first prior to arrival. An administrative charge of SGD $0.60 applied for each charge posting to non-Singapore issued bank card.
* '''MasterCard:''' Every 5 days or when SGD $15 travel fare is charged to your card.
* '''VISA:''' Every day.
 
====3. EZ-Link Card====
You may purchase an EZ-Link card at any SimplyGo ticket office, which can be found at selected MRT stations including {{Stn|Changi Airport}} station. Alternatively, EZ-Link card can also be purchased through automated machine located at either exits of {{Stn|Changi Airport}} station. An EZ-Link card cost $10, which include a $5 non-refundable deposit and a $5 top-up for your bus/train ride. A minimum of $3 is required to be stored in the card to use for travel.
 
====4. Singapore Tourist Pass====
The Singapore Tourist Pass is a special pass that allows you to have unlimited rides on basic bus services and train services for up to 5 days of usage. More information can be obtained [https://thesingaporetouristpass.com.sg/type-of-passes/ here.]


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!Cost
!Cost
|$12/$19/$24||$29||$48
|$17/$24/$29/$37/$45||$29||$48
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!Refundable Rental Deposit
!Refundable Rental Deposit
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!Pass Duration
!Pass Duration
|1 - 3||colspan=2|3
|1 - 5||colspan=2|3
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!Purchasable From
!Purchasable From
|SimplyGo ticket office / Vending Machine at {{CG2| }} stations
|SimplyGo ticket office / Automated Kiosk at {{CG2| }} station
|Cheers (Changi Airport) outlets
|Cheers (Changi Airport) outlets
|Changi Recommends
|Changi Recommends
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'''Notes:''' Pass duration is based on the number of consecutive day from the day you start using the card.
'''Notes:''' Pass duration is based on the number of consecutive day from the day you start using the card.
===Contactless Cards (Credit/Debit Bank cards)===
Commuters can also use their foreign-issued MasterCard or VISA bank cards for travel. Please activate your bank card contactless feature first prior to arrival. An administrative charge of SGD $0.60 applied for each charge posting to non-Singapore issued bank card.
* '''MasterCard:''' Every 5 days or when SGD $15 travel fare is charged to your card.
* '''VISA:''' Every day.


===Comparison on which card to use===
===Comparison on which card to use===
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!valign=top width=300|Step 1: Locate the nearest bus stop
!valign=top width=300|Step 1: Locate the nearest bus stop<br>[[File:Bus Stop Pole.png|center|250px]]
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Each bus stop in Singapore is given a name and a 5-digit code which can be easily searched through the MyTransport.sg mobile app. All bus stops will have a bus service panel and/or a bus stop pole for reference.
Each bus stop in Singapore is given a name and a 5-digit code which can be easily searched through the MyTransport.sg mobile app. All bus stops will have a bus service panel and/or a bus stop pole for reference.
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[[File:Bus Stop Pole.png|center|250px]]
'''Legend:'''
'''Legends:'''
*Blue - Bus Stop Code
*Blue - Bus Stop Code
*Grey - Bus Stop Name
*Grey - Bus Stop Name
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[[File:Bus Service Panel.png|center|400px]]
[[File:Bus Service Panel.png|center|400px]]
'''Legends:'''
'''Legend:'''
*Top: Bus Stop Name & Code
*Top: Bus Stop Name & Code
*Bottom: List of Bus Service & its calling stops (in boxes)
*Bottom: List of Bus Service & its calling stops (in boxes)
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!valign=top width=300|Step 2: Checking Bus Service (& Arrival Time)
!valign=top width=300|Step 2: Checking Bus Service (& Arrival Time)
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All public bus services in Singapore are given up to 3-digit numbers, with an optional alphabet suffix behind it. The list of suffix denotation is as follows.
All public bus services in Singapore are given up to 3-digit numbers, with an optional alphabet suffix behind it. The list of suffix denotation is as follows:


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!Suffix!!Meaning
!Suffix!!Meaning
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!A/B/C (E.g. 106'''A''')
!A/B/C (E.g. 13'''A''', 72'''B''', 268'''C''')
|'''Short-Working Trip'''<br>
|'''Short-Working Trip'''<br>
This service only stops up to a certain stop along the entire route without the suffix.
This service only stops up to a certain stop along the entire route without the suffix.
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This service run a slightly different route for some portion as compared with the one without the suffix.
This service run a slightly different route for some portion as compared with the one without the suffix.
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!G/W (E.g. 410'''G''')
!G/W (E.g. 84'''G''', 410'''W''')
|'''Green/White plate'''<br>
|'''Green/White plate'''<br>
Commonly found in neighbourhood estate where one of it ply in an anti-clockwise direction, and the other ply in an clockwise direction.
Commonly found on neighbourhood bus services where one of it ply in an anti-clockwise direction, and the other ply in an clockwise direction.
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!E/e (E.g. 868'''E''', 97'''e''')*
!E/e (E.g. 868'''E''', 97'''e''')*
|'''Express Service'''<br>
|'''Express Service'''<br>
Capital letter ‘E’ denotes the service does not have a service without suffix, while small letter ‘e’ denotes an express variant (does not call at all stops) of the service without the suffix.
Capital letter ‘E’ denotes the service does not have a service without suffix, while small letter ‘e’ denotes an express variant (does not call at all stops) of the service without the suffix. These services charge higher fares.
|-
!T (E.g. 36'''T''', 73'''T''')
|'''Terminating Trip service'''<br>
Commonly found on bus services (which some are long distance bus service), where it will end at the looping point. Such bus service will call at all stops along the route, up till the looping stop, meaning it is a one directional loop. For example, Service 36T will terminate at Changi Airport Terminal 2 and will not continue its journey onwards to Orchard. Another example is Service 73T, where it ends at the first Interchange.
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!X (E.g. 21'''X''')
|'''Express Feeder'''<br>
Denotes express variants of some bus services. They skip some stops along their route. Unlike Express services, these services charge regular fares.


Singapore Tourist Pass user are not eligible to board the free ride on this service. Commuters who board Express service had to pay an additional SGD $0.60 for taking such service.
Singapore Tourist Pass user are not eligible to board the free ride on this service. Commuters who board Express service had to pay an additional SGD $0.60 for taking such service.
|-
!T (E.g. 36'''T''')
|'''Terminating Trip service'''<br>
Commonly found in neighbourhood estate, and also some late night bus service. Such bus service will call at all stops along the route, up till the first Interchange calling stop. For example, Service 36T will terminate at Changi Airport Terminal 2 and will not continue its journey onwards to Orchard.
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Keep a look out for your bus. When you notice your bus arriving, raise your hands outwards (towards the road) to flag the bus to stop.
Keep a look out for your bus. When you notice your bus arriving, raise your hands outwards (towards the road) to flag the bus to stop.
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!valign=top width=300|Step 4: Board the bus
!valign=top width=300|Step 4: Board the bus<br>[[File:EzLink Bus Card Reader.png|center|150px]]
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Board the bus only at the front (first) door. If you are on wheelchair, or pushing baby params, ensure you flag the bus early and hint your intention to board at the rear (second) door.
Board the bus only at the front (first) door. If you are on wheelchair, or pushing baby params, ensure you flag the bus early and hint your intention to board at the rear (second) door.
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'''Note:''' Do not top-up your card or use your card for any other purpose while onboard bus as this may interfere with the refund process later and max fare will be charged to your card instead.
'''Note:''' Do not top-up your card or use your card for any other purpose while onboard bus as this may interfere with the refund process later and max fare will be charged to your card instead.
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!Card Reader
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|[[File:EzLink Bus Card Reader.png|center|250px]]
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!valign=top width=300|Step 1: Observe the rules when travelling
!valign=top width=300|Step 1: Observe the rules when travelling
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Take note of the following rules (laws) to avoid being told off, or fined by the authority.
Take note of the following rules (laws) to avoid being told off, or being issued a ticket fine by the ticket inspector.
 
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!Rules!!Maximum Consequences
!Rules!!Maximum Consequences
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|Eating or Drinking, including Sweets and Plain/Mineral Water
|Eating or Drinking
!Fine $500
!Fine $500
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|Bringing Durian
|Bringing Durian
!Denied Entry
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|Bringing Pets
!Denied Entry
!Denied Entry
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!Move to the lower deck
!Move to the lower deck
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|Abusing/Scolding any Public Transport Staff
|Disorderly Conduct (Disturbance to others/Loud volume/obstruction to walkways)
!Asked to leave the bus and or face police involvement
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|Abuse/Assault on Public Transport Staff
!Jail 12 months and/or Fine $5,000
!Jail 12 months and/or Fine $5,000
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!valign=top width=300|Step 2: Checking your destination
!valign=top width=300|Step 2: Checking your destination<br>[[File:PIDS (LTA).png|center|300px]]
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Use an online map services, such as Google Maps or CityMapper to track your journey as not all buses have passenger information display and next stop announcement. Furthermore, the next stop announcement may be turned off by the bus driver.
Use an online map services, such as Google Maps or CityMapper to track your journey as not all buses have passenger information display and next stop announcement. Furthermore, the next stop announcement may be turned off by the bus driver.
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!Type of buses!!Features available
!colspan=2|Passenger Information Display System Guide
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|[[File:SBS8067G 10.jpg|center|200px]][[File:SBS7656M 293T.jpg|center|200px]]
|No passenger information display & No Next Stop Announcement
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|[[File:SBS6330J 177.jpg|center|200px]]
|Only next stop announcement<br>'''SMB bus-plate only:''' SMRT-specification Passenger Information Display
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|[[File:SMB257L 663.jpg|center|200px]][[File:SMB1H TRG Lush Green.jpg|center|200px]][[File:SMB3532Y 334.jpg|center|200px]][[File:SMB5889E 979.jpg|center|200px]][[File:SMB8010D 800.jpg|center|200px]][[File:PC8656A 825.jpg|center|200px]]
|SMRT-specification Passenger Information Display & Next Stop Announcement
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|Others
|LTA-specification Passenger Information Display & Next Stop Announcement
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!SMRT-specification PIDS!!LTA-specification PIDS
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|[[File:PIDS (SMRT).png|center|300px]]
|[[File:PIDS (SMRT).png|center|300px]]
'''Legends:'''
'''Legend:'''
*TOP (Red): Bus Stop Name of the next/current stop
*TOP (Red): Bus Stop Name of the next/current stop
*BOTTOM (Green): Someone has pressed the bell for alighting, and bus will stop at the next stop
*BOTTOM (Green): Someone has pressed the bell for alighting, and bus will stop at the next stop
*PIDS will oscillate between top and bottom if there is someone who press the bus stop bell.
*PIDS will oscillate between top and bottom if there is someone who press the bus stop bell.
|[[File:PIDS (LTA).png|center|300px]]
|[[File:PIDS (LTA).png|center|300px]]
'''Legends:'''
'''Legend:'''
*TOP-LEFT (With Box): Bus Service Number
*TOP-LEFT (With Box): Bus Service Number
*TOP-RIGHT: End Destination
*TOP-RIGHT: End Destination
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!valign=top width=300|Step 3: Alight the bus
!valign=top width=300|Step 3: Alight the bus<br> [[File:EzLink Bus Card Reader.png|center|150px]]
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Press the bus stop bell when you intent to alight at the next stop. Proceed to any of the rear door (for 3-door buses) for alighting.
Press the '''red''' bus stop bell when you intent to alight at the next stop. Proceed to any of the rear door (for 3-door buses) for alighting.


Before alighting, tap your card again on the card reader for a '''refund''' of any unused travelled journey (distance).
Before alighting, tap your card again on the card reader for a '''refund''' of any unused travelled journey (distance).


'''Note:''' Do not top-up your card or use your card for any other purpose while onboard bus as this may interfere with the refund process and max fare will be charged to your card instead.
'''Notes:'''  
* Do not top-up your card or use your card for any other purpose while onboard bus as this may interfere with the refund process and max fare will be charged to your card instead.
* Do not press the '''blue''' bus stop bell unless you require assistance from the Bus Captain to deploy the wheelchair ramp for you.


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[[File:Bus Stop Bell.png|left|75px]][[File:Special Assistance Bus Stop Bell.jpeg|75px]]
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!Bus Stop Bell!!Card Reader
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|[[File:Bus Stop Bell.png|center|100px]]
|[[File:EzLink Bus Card Reader.png|center|150px]]
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===Taking a Train===
A hardcopy pocket leaflet of the Singapore train map can be obtained at all train stations from the Passenger Service Centre.
An overview of the train system map is as shown below.
[[File:System Map.png|thumb|centre|800px|Latest System Map as of 28 February 2025]]
==See Also==
* [[En:Singapore Tourist Guidebook/Changi Airport|Singapore Tourist Guidebook: Changi Airport]]


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Public Transport

Methods Of Fare Payments when using Public Transport

1. Cash

Adults above 0.9m (2ft 11in) in height must present a valid card for travel on public transport. No sharing of travel card or contactless card is allowed.

Families with kids under 7 years old and up to 0.9m in height are allowed to ride for free on public transport. Otherwise, the child requires to have a travel card for boarding on public transport.

2. Contactless Cards (Credit/Debit Bank cards)

Commuters can also use their foreign-issued MasterCard or VISA bank cards for travel. Please activate your bank card contactless feature first prior to arrival. An administrative charge of SGD $0.60 applied for each charge posting to non-Singapore issued bank card.

  • MasterCard: Every 5 days or when SGD $15 travel fare is charged to your card.
  • VISA: Every day.

3. EZ-Link Card

You may purchase an EZ-Link card at any SimplyGo ticket office, which can be found at selected MRT stations including Changi Airport station. Alternatively, EZ-Link card can also be purchased through automated machine located at either exits of Changi Airport station. An EZ-Link card cost $10, which include a $5 non-refundable deposit and a $5 top-up for your bus/train ride. A minimum of $3 is required to be stored in the card to use for travel.

4. Singapore Tourist Pass

The Singapore Tourist Pass is a special pass that allows you to have unlimited rides on basic bus services and train services for up to 5 days of usage. More information can be obtained here.

Singapore Tourist Pass Types
Services Singapore Tourist Pass
 SG Tourist Pass
 Singapore Tourist Pass Plus
Cost $17/$24/$29/$37/$45 $29 $48
Refundable Rental Deposit $10 None
Pass Duration 1 - 5 3
Purchasable From SimplyGo ticket office / Automated Kiosk at Template:CG2 station Cheers (Changi Airport) outlets Changi Recommends
Free Gift from Changi Recommends ✗ ✓
MRT/LRT Free Ride ✓
Basic Bus Service Free Ride ✓
Express Bus Service Free Ride ✗
Bus Service RWS8 Free Ride ✗

Notes: Pass duration is based on the number of consecutive day from the day you start using the card.

Comparison on which card to use

If you are unsure on which card to use, follow the steps below.

  1. Calculate the estimated travel fare for your stay using the following formula: (2 + [ Number of days in Singapore ] + [ Number of attractions you planned to visit ]) × SGD $2.
  2. If the estimated travel fare is more than the Singapore Tourist Pass AND your duration of stay is less than 3 days: Purchase the Singapore Tourist Pass.
  3. Otherwise, use Contactless Card / EZ-Link Card.

Taking a Bus

Before boarding

Step 1: Locate the nearest bus stop

Each bus stop in Singapore is given a name and a 5-digit code which can be easily searched through the MyTransport.sg mobile app. All bus stops will have a bus service panel and/or a bus stop pole for reference.

Bus Stop Pole Bus Service Panel

Legend:

  • Blue - Bus Stop Code
  • Grey - Bus Stop Name
  • Teal - Closest MRT station (within a certain radius)
  • Green - List of bus service calling at the bus stop

Legend:

  • Top: Bus Stop Name & Code
  • Bottom: List of Bus Service & its calling stops (in boxes)
Step 2: Checking Bus Service (& Arrival Time)

All public bus services in Singapore are given up to 3-digit numbers, with an optional alphabet suffix behind it. The list of suffix denotation is as follows:

Suffix Meaning
A/B/C (E.g. 13A, 72B, 268C) Short-Working Trip

This service only stops up to a certain stop along the entire route without the suffix.

M/X (E.g. 53M, 170X) Modified (Supplementary) Service

This service run a slightly different route for some portion as compared with the one without the suffix.

G/W (E.g. 84G, 410W) Green/White plate

Commonly found on neighbourhood bus services where one of it ply in an anti-clockwise direction, and the other ply in an clockwise direction.

E/e (E.g. 868E, 97e)* Express Service

Capital letter ‘E’ denotes the service does not have a service without suffix, while small letter ‘e’ denotes an express variant (does not call at all stops) of the service without the suffix. These services charge higher fares.

T (E.g. 36T, 73T) Terminating Trip service

Commonly found on bus services (which some are long distance bus service), where it will end at the looping point. Such bus service will call at all stops along the route, up till the looping stop, meaning it is a one directional loop. For example, Service 36T will terminate at Changi Airport Terminal 2 and will not continue its journey onwards to Orchard. Another example is Service 73T, where it ends at the first Interchange.

X (E.g. 21X) Express Feeder

Denotes express variants of some bus services. They skip some stops along their route. Unlike Express services, these services charge regular fares.

Singapore Tourist Pass user are not eligible to board the free ride on this service. Commuters who board Express service had to pay an additional SGD $0.60 for taking such service.

Notes:

  • '5xx' and '6xx' services are also Express service without the ‘E’ suffix.
  • '7xx' services are Premium service and operate by private bus operators.

You may use the MyTransport.sg mobile application to check the bus arrival time at your bus stop.

Step 3: Look out for your bus

Keep a look out for your bus. When you notice your bus arriving, raise your hands outwards (towards the road) to flag the bus to stop.

Step 4: Board the bus

Board the bus only at the front (first) door. If you are on wheelchair, or pushing baby params, ensure you flag the bus early and hint your intention to board at the rear (second) door.

Upon boarding, tap your card on the fare reader to pay max fare for the distance to the end-destination (terminus of the service).

Note: Do not top-up your card or use your card for any other purpose while onboard bus as this may interfere with the refund process later and max fare will be charged to your card instead.

During your ride

Step 1: Observe the rules when travelling

Take note of the following rules (laws) to avoid being told off, or being issued a ticket fine by the ticket inspector.

Rules Maximum Consequences
Eating or Drinking Fine $500
Smoking Cigarettes Fine $1,000
Bringing Flammable objects (Example: Gasoline) Fine $5,000
Bringing Durian Denied Entry
Bringing Pets Denied Entry
Standing on Upper deck Move to the lower deck
Disorderly Conduct (Disturbance to others/Loud volume/obstruction to walkways) Asked to leave the bus and or face police involvement
Abuse/Assault on Public Transport Staff Jail 12 months and/or Fine $5,000
Fare Evasion (not tapping in card / using the wrong card) Fine $50
Carrying bulky item exceeding dimension (120 cm by 70 cm by 40 cm) Denied Boarding or Fine $500
Not pressing the bell for alighting Missed your stop
Step 2: Checking your destination

Use an online map services, such as Google Maps or CityMapper to track your journey as not all buses have passenger information display and next stop announcement. Furthermore, the next stop announcement may be turned off by the bus driver.

Passenger Information Display System Guide

Legend:

  • TOP (Red): Bus Stop Name of the next/current stop
  • BOTTOM (Green): Someone has pressed the bell for alighting, and bus will stop at the next stop
  • PIDS will oscillate between top and bottom if there is someone who press the bus stop bell.

Legend:

  • TOP-LEFT (With Box): Bus Service Number
  • TOP-RIGHT: End Destination
  • BOTTOM-LEFT (Before ">>>"): Bell Status
    • NEXT: Next Stop, without anyone pressing the bell
    • STOP: Next Stop, bell had been pressed
    • ARR: Current bus stop, when the door is opened.
  • BOTTOM-RIGHT (After ">>>"): Bus Stop Name of the next/current stop
Step 3: Alight the bus

Press the red bus stop bell when you intent to alight at the next stop. Proceed to any of the rear door (for 3-door buses) for alighting.

Before alighting, tap your card again on the card reader for a refund of any unused travelled journey (distance).

Notes:

  • Do not top-up your card or use your card for any other purpose while onboard bus as this may interfere with the refund process and max fare will be charged to your card instead.
  • Do not press the blue bus stop bell unless you require assistance from the Bus Captain to deploy the wheelchair ramp for you.

Taking a Train

A hardcopy pocket leaflet of the Singapore train map can be obtained at all train stations from the Passenger Service Centre.

An overview of the train system map is as shown below.

Latest System Map as of 28 February 2025

See Also

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