- You can pay for both train and public bus fares (basic, premium and express bus services) with your DBS Visa contactless card, except for private buses.
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Let your shopping and groceries pay for your bus and MRT rides, with DBS/POSB Debit Cards. All aboard! As part of our support measures to help defray everyday expenses, enjoy up to S$20 transport rebates on bus/MRT rides* till 31 Jan 2024 when you pay for groceries and shopping with your DBS or POSB Debit Card.
Using a debit card that reimburses ATM-operator fees and doesn't charge ATM fees or foreign-exchange fees can save you money when traveling abroad. Being able to withdraw small amounts of foreign currency without having to worry about fees can be convenient, especially if you're hopping from one country to another.
There are several ways to pay for your bus or MRT/LRT rides: contactless bank cards, mobile wallets, stored value cards, concession cards or cash*. Children travel for free on buses and trains if they are below 0.9m in height and are accompanied by a fare-paying commuter.
Cash is the best — and sometimes only — way to pay for bus fare, taxis, and local guides. If you'll be shopping a lot or settling bills at pricey business-class hotels, you might use your credit card more than I do — but you'll still be better off using cash for smaller purchases.