Is Singapore Metro free?

Bus and train (MRT and/or LRT) fares in Singapore are charged according to the total distance travelled in a journey and this is known as the Distance Fares system.



No, the Singapore Metro (MRT) is not free, but it is one of the most affordable and efficient transit systems in the world. Fares are calculated based on the distance traveled rather than a flat rate. As of 2026, a typical journey costs between 1.50 SGD and 2.80 SGD (approximately $1.10 to $2.10 USD). Most travelers use a contactless credit card or a mobile wallet (SimplyGo) to tap in and out at the gates, which automatically applies the lowest possible fare and daily caps. For tourists, the Singapore Tourist Pass offers unlimited travel for 1, 2, or 3 days at a fixed price, which can be a great value if you plan on intensive sightseeing. While the MRT isn't free, Singapore does offer "Free Walking Tours" and certain early-morning commuter incentives that provide free or discounted travel to those who exit stations before the 7:45 AM rush hour. This system is designed to encourage "off-peak" travel and keep the city's infrastructure moving smoothly.

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Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) The MRT is a cheap, fast and convenient way for you to get around Singapore. The trains are frequent, arriving about every 5 minutes, as well as extremely clean and safe.

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MRT will be significantly cheaper, The total cost for the 3 of you to most places in the city by MRT will cost less than the basic flag down rate of a taxi!

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How much is an EZ-Link card? An EZ-Link card which is sold at SimplyGo Ticket Offices, Concession Card Replacement Offices, SimplyGo Ticketing Service Centres, Passenger Service Centres and 7-Eleven, each costs $10, out of which $5 is stored-value for use. The remaining $5 is the cost of the card and is non-refundable.

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Pros and Cons of STP The Singapore Tourist Pass is catered towards travellers coming over for a quick holiday. So you can ride any number of rides on buses, MRT and LRT. The 3-day pass option also comes with a bundle package which includes exclusive perks and discounts offered by Changi Recommends.

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Bringing super-big luggages on board – $500 fine If kena reported, there's a chance you might face a fine of $500. Big pieces of luggage don't only refer to the ones we use for travelling; they can refer to almost anything that you've brought with you onto the MRT that exceeds the dimensions of 90cm x 60cm x 30cm.

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In Singapore tipping is not customary, the country does not have a tipping culture and in some areas including the airport, tipping is not allowed.

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With some accessible prices, taking a taxi is one of the best ways to get around the city. The average price of a journey in the centre of the city is between 5 SGD ( US$ 3.70) and 10 SGD ( US$ 7.40).

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The Singapore Tourist Pass offers tourists unlimited travel on the MRT and LRT trains and basic bus services during the validity period of the pass. The ez-link card is used to pay the exact fare for every journey made on the public transport system.

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In Singapore, the bus is generally cheaper than the train. The fares for both modes of transportation are based on the distance traveled, and buses tend to have lower fares than trains for most trips.

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