World · Singapore Bureau
Singapore bus and train fares to rise up to 13 cents from late December
Public transport operators will implement fare increases across bus and train services starting December 26, citing elevated energy costs. Lower-income commuters will receive support through additional public transport vouchers.
LSN Singapore ·
Singapore's bus and train fares will increase by up to 13 cents for adult passengers from December 26, marking the latest adjustment to public transport pricing as operators grapple with higher energy expenses.
The fare rise will apply across services operated by major transport providers in the city-state. The increases represent a measured response to sustained pressures on operational costs, particularly energy consumption for fleet operations.
To cushion the impact on vulnerable commuter groups, the government will distribute additional public transport vouchers to lower-income households. The voucher scheme aims to ensure that fare-sensitive residents maintain access to essential transport services without undue financial strain.
Transport officials noted that the adjustments reflect a balance between maintaining service quality and managing cost pressures. The December 26 implementation date provides commuters with advance notice to prepare for the new fare structure.
This marks the latest in a series of periodic adjustments to Singapore's public transport fares, which transport authorities review periodically to account for changing operational and energy costs.