Transfer to/from - Singapore airport (SIN)
Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Singapore airport (SIN)
Transportation
Singapore Changi Airport features a world-class ground transportation network, offering multiple options to travel to the city center (City) and other areas of the island. Signage is clear and available in English.
Ride-sharing Apps
Uber does not operate in Singapore. The authorized and most commonly used applications are Grab, Gojek, Tada, Ryde, and CDG Zig. It is a comfortable and direct alternative to reach your hotel.
Pick-up Points:
Once the vehicle is requested, you must head to the zones designated as "Arrival Pick-up":
- Terminals 1 and 3: Basement Level 1.
- Terminals 2 and 4: Level 1 (Arrival Hall).
Train (MRT)
The Changi Airport (CG2) train station is located in the basement, directly accessible from Terminals 2 and 3 (passengers in T1 and T4 must use the Skytrain or shuttle bus to reach it). It is the most economical option.
How to get to the city:
The airport line is a branch line. To go to the city center, you must take the train to Tanah Merah (EW4) station and then transfer (cross the platform) to the East-West Line (Green) towards "Tuas Link" (heading towards City Center/City Hall/Raffles Place).
Schedules:
- First train: ~5:31 am (Monday to Saturday) / ~5:59 am (Sundays).
- Last train (with city connection): ~11:18 pm.
Payment: You can pay directly at the turnstiles using foreign contactless credit/debit cards (Visa/Mastercard), EZ-Link cards, or the Singapore Tourist Pass.
Public Buses
Bus stops are located in the basements of Terminals 1, 2, and 3, and next to Car Park 4B at Terminal 4. Exact payment in cash or transport card is required; no change is provided.
Route 36 (Loop):
The most popular line for tourists. It connects the airport with Orchard Road, Suntec City, and Marina Bay.
Hours: Approx. 6:00 am - 11:00 pm.
Duration: 60-90 minutes.
Other key routes:
- 24: Towards Tanah Merah and Ang Mo Kio.
- 27: Towards Tampines, Sengkang, and Hougang.
- 34: Towards Punggol.
- 53: Towards Pasir Ris, Serangoon, and Bishan.
- 110: Towards Sengkang.
- 858: Towards Woodlands (northern part of the island).
City Shuttle (Hotels)
A shared minibus service ("City Shuttle") that takes passengers to most downtown hotels. It is cheaper than a taxi for solo travelers.
Frequency: Departs every 15 minutes during peak hours and every 30 minutes during off-peak hours. Operates 24 hours.
Booking: At the "Ground Transport Concierge" (GTC) counters in the arrival hall or via the iChangi app.
Cross-border (To Malaysia)
Transtar Travel (Route TS1):
Cross-border bus service to Johor Bahru (Malaysia).
Hours: Departures from 8:15 am to 9:15 pm.
Stops: Terminal 1 (Coach Bay B/C) and Terminal 4 (Coach Bay 7/8). Passengers in T2/T3 must head to T1.
Rent a Car
Taxis
Taxi stands are located on the arrival level of each terminal (T1, T2, T3, and T4). The service is available 24 hours and is a convenient way to reach the city center or your hotel.
Duration and Cost:
The trip to the city center takes approximately 30 minutes. Fares operate exclusively on a meter and range between S$ 20.00 and S$ 40.00 during normal hours, but the final price will depend on applicable surcharges.
Surcharges:
It is important to take into account the additional charges added to the metered fare:
- Airport Surcharge:
S$ 8.00 (Daily, from 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm).
S$ 6.00 (At any other time). - Midnight Surcharge: Additional 50% of the metered fare, applicable between 12:00 am and 6:00 am.
- Peak Hour Surcharge: Additional 25% (Monday to Friday from 6:00 am to 9:30 am and 6:00 pm to 12:00 am; Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 12:00 am).
Official Operators:
Unlike the previous list which included foreign companies, the authorized operators in Singapore are:
- ComfortDelGro (CityCab / Comfort Taxi): Tel +65 6552 1111.
- Strides Premier: Tel +65 6555 8888 / +65 6363 6888.
- Trans-Cab: Tel +65 6555 3333.
- Prime Taxi: Tel +65 6778 0808.
Latest updates: December 27, 2025
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