In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 20 kilometre distance from Singapore to Singapore. Whether you prefer the scenic overnight train, a convenient bus+ferry combo, or the fastest flight option — we've got all the details you need.
There are 4 ways to get from Singapore to Singapore. You can choose between the public bus, train, city shuttle, taxi. The most affordable option is by public bus, starting from $3. The fastest route is by city shuttle (0h 30m).
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The public bus is another cheap option, but they make too many stops and takes around to reach the city centre.
The ticket price depends on where you’re heading to in downtown Singapore, but it should be no more than . Note that if you’re paying with cash, you should give an exact amount because they don’t provide change. You can tell the driver your destination so he can let you know how much to pay.
If you're using a prepaid card, you only need to tap it on the card-reader machine near the front door on your way in and again at the machine at the back door on your way out.
| Airport Terminal | Bus Stop | Bus No. |
|---|---|---|
| Terminals 1, 2 & 3 | Basement Bus Bay | 24, 27, 34, 36, 53, 110, 858 |
| Terminal 4 | Bus stop next to Car Park 4B | 24, 34, 36, 110 |
Most public buses are available from 05:30 to 23:30.
The train is a cheap option but requires you to make a transfer. If you like travelling with locals and are comfortable with your luggage, taking the train is not a bad idea at all. A train ride from Singapore Airport to the city centre costs only $3!
The airport MRT station is located at the basement of Terminal 2. If you’re coming from Terminal 3, just follow the signs that say “Train to the City.” If you’re coming from Terminal 1 or 4, you’ll have to take the skytrain or shuttle bus, respectively.
From Changi Airport MRT Station, take the Changi Line to Tanah Merah Station. This train journey takes about 8 minutes.
At Tanah Merah, transfer to the East West Line (green line), which is connected to most of the popular tourist areas in downtown Singapore. This takes another 30 minutes. Make sure you know which MRT station is closest to your hotel!
You can buy your tickets at the train station or just use a prepaid transport card.
The train from Changi Airport Station operates from 05:31 to 23:18 (Monday to Saturday) and 05:59 to 23:18 (Sundays and public holidays). If you’re arriving outside of these times, you’ll have to use another mode of transportation.
We recommend taking an airport shuttle when travelling between Singapore Airport and the city centre. This shared ride provides drop-off/pick-up to most hotels in downtown Singapore at a relatively cheap rate (compared to a taxi).
To find a city shuttle, just head to the 24-hour Ground Transport Concierges (GTC) at the airport’s arrivals hall. You can expect a departure every hour from 07:00 to 23:00.
Do you prefer to book your ride beforehand? Whether you’re travelling from the airport to downtown Singapore or the other way around, you can easily book a ride with Klook. This way, you can skip the usually long queue at the airport.
A city shuttle ticket costs whether you book at the airport or online. Travel time is 30 to 50 minutes, depending on the number of stops for drop-offs/pick-ups.
You can check out this hotel list from Singapore Airport to see if your accommodation is included in the drop-off/pick-up points.
Travelling in a group? Taking a taxi from Singapore Airport to the city centre is not that expensive when you split the cost.
All taxi fares from Singapore Airport are metered, so you won’t have to worry about haggling for the best rates. A ride costs 25 SGD to 45 SGD depending on your destination. The journey takes around .
You will find taxis just outside the arrival halls of the main terminal buildings. You can also hail one via Grab, but remember to request for a family car if you're travelling with kids and need a car seat.
We prefer to book our ride in advance through Klook or BookAway. Prices are slightly more expensive, starting at 42 SGD, but the car will be waiting for you when you arrive. And you can expect a professional driver.
Note that either way, you’ll have to pay an airport surcharge any time of the day, plus a midnight surcharge when travelling to and from Singapore Airport between 00:00 and 06:00.
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ABOUT YOUR DESTINATION
For a small island city-state, Singapore is a huge tourist hub in Southeast Asia. In 2024, the number of tourists visiting Singapore was nearly 3x its population!
This is for good reason. Head to downtown Singapore and you'll find a number of tourist attractions, all connected by efficient and high-quality transportation.
To revisit your childhood, there's Universal Studios and the resort island of Sentosa. For shopping, head to Orchard Road. For art, visit the Kampong Glam area. For an amazing night and light show, you have to visit Marina Bay Sands.
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Carbon Footprint
This 20 km journey produces approximately 2 g CO2 by bus. Taking public transport is one of the lowest-emission ways to travel this route.
Luggage Safety
Some stops on this route involve luggage storage or transfers. Keep valuables in your carry-on and use a lock on checked bags.
Used the Songserm ferry from Koh Samui. Cheaper than Lomprayah but takes a bit longer. Still a perfectly fine crossing. The views approaching Koh Tao are stunning either way.
OOliver S.November 2025Ferry
Train via Surat Thani was our pick. More scenic than Chumphon route and the Lomprayah catamaran from Tapee Pier is very comfortable. Book the special express train for the quickest ride.
The overnight bus with Montanatip was okay but not great. The bus was older and the seats didn't recline much. Ferry portion was fine though. If you're on a tight budget it works.
Took the sleeper train to Chumphon — magical! Woke up to palm trees and transferred to the Lomprayah catamaran. Whole journey felt like an adventure.
Lomprayah bus+ferry combo from Khao San Road was seamless. Departed at 6am, arrived Koh Tao by 3pm. Well organized.
Flew to Koh Samui and took Lomprayah catamaran. More expensive but saved a full day. Worth it if your holiday is short.
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