From SIN to Bugis
Bugis is one of the easier city stops to reach from Changi because it sits on two MRT lines. Ride to Tanah Merah and stay on the East–West Line straight to Bugis (EW12), about S$2 and 40–50 minutes; or change at Expo onto the Downtown Line for Bugis (DT14). A taxi or Grab takes about 20–25 minutes for S$25–45.
Changi Airport to Bugis at a glance
| Option | Cost (2026) | Time | Changes | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRT (East–West Line) | ≈ S$2 | 40–50 min | 1 | Cheapest, one change to EW12 |
| Public bus | ≈ S$2 | 55–70 min | 0–1 | Budget, seated ride |
| Taxi (metered) | S$25–45 | 20–25 min | None | Fastest with luggage |
| Private transfer | Fixed quote | 20–25 min | None | Kampong Glam hotels, fixed price |
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By MRT to Bugis (EW12 / DT14)
The simplest route is to ride the Changi Airport line to Tanah Merah and change onto the East–West Line towards the city, staying on to Bugis (EW12). It's a single change, about S$2, and roughly 40–50 minutes.
Bugis is also on the Downtown Line (DT14), so if you prefer you can change at Expo onto the DTL instead. Either way you come up at Bugis Junction and Bugis Street, with Kampong Glam, the Sultan Mosque and Arab Street a short walk north.
Taxi and Grab
By road Bugis is about 20–25 minutes from Changi, typically S$25–45 on the meter, before the S$6–8 airport surcharge. It's a handy drop-off point for the boutique hotels around Kampong Glam and Haji Lane, which sit just off the main roads.
Changi Airport to Bugis — FAQ
- Which MRT lines serve Bugis?
- Bugis is on both the East–West Line (EW12) and the Downtown Line (DT14). From Changi you reach it with one change, at Tanah Merah for the EWL or at Expo for the DTL.
- Is Bugis close to Kampong Glam and Arab Street?
- Yes — the Sultan Mosque, Arab Street and Haji Lane are a short walk north of Bugis station.
- How much is a taxi from Changi to Bugis?
- About S$25–45 on the meter, before the S$6 airport surcharge — S$8 if you leave between 17:00 and 23:59, taking roughly 20–25 minutes in normal traffic.
Fares and times are indicative, checked July 2026 — always reconfirm with the operator before you travel.