Singapore Tourist Pass Price, Where to Buy and Return, How to refund and extend
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00:08 – Singapore Tourist Pass Cost
00:30 – Exclusions
00:44 – Singapore Tourist Pass Plus
01:19 – Where to Buy, Extend, Refund?
01:52 – Where to Buy or Refund in Changi Airport?
02:36 – How to Refund the Singapore Tourist Pass?
03:01 – How to Extend the Tourist Pass?
03:36 – Expired Tourist Pass, How to go to the Refund location?
03:59 – Is the Singapore Tourist Pass Worth it?
Singapore Tourist Pass
The Singapore Tourist Pass or SG Tourist Pass offers an unlimited bus and MRT / LRT Train ride on basic services. The Singapore Tourist Pass price range between SGD $22 $29 $34 inclusive of the $10 refundable deposit for 1, 2 or 3 days or $29 no deposit valid for 3 days.
Meanwhile the Singapore Tourist Pass Plus costs $48 for 3 days with additional perks and can only be purchased in Changi Airport. Besides the Unlimited Bus and MRT / LRT rides, The Singapore Tourist Pass Plus also includes A free XPLORE 1 hour walking tour worth up to SGD $42, A limited Edition Postcard Set worth SGD $12) and $5 credit off for Changi Travel Concierge Service
Where to buy and return (refund locations) the Singapore tourist pass: Ang Mo Kio, Bayfront, Bugis, Changi Airport, Chinatown, City Hall, Farrer Park, HarbourFront, Jurong East, Lavender, Maxwell, Orchard, Raffles Place, Somerset, Woodlands
Travelling today or planning for a commute using the Singapore Tourist Pass? Learn more about the Singapore Tourist Pass price, what’s included, where to buy and return it for the refund of the deposit. Check the schedule and map of the Simply Go Transit Link office. Get handy tips on how to maximize the pass on buses and trains in Singapore. Also, figure out the card validity and how to easily add more money to it through EZ Link.
| Pass | Duration | Price | Refundable Deposit | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Tourist Pass | 1 Day | SGD $12 | SGD $10 | SGD $22 |
| Singapore Tourist Pass | 2 Days | SGD $19 | SGD $10 | SGD $29 |
| Singapore Tourist Pass | 3 Days | SGD $24 | SGD $10 | SGD $34 |
| SG Tourist Pass | 3 Days | SGD $29 | none | SGD $29 |
| Singapore Tourist Pass Plus | 3 Days | SGD $48 | none | SGD $49 |
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SG Tourist Pass
The Singapore Tourist Pass is available for 1 to 3 days and costs $12 / $19 / $24 respectively with an additional $10 rental deposit refundable upon return of the tourist pass applicable to children, adult and senior citizens. There is also a $29 3 day tourist pass with no deposit. If you are coming from Changi Airport, you can also buy the Singapore Tourist Pass Plus for $48 with no deposit. This tourist pass is non refundable and comes with additional perks including a free 1 hour walking tour.
You can check Changi Recommends for more details on the Singapore Tourist Pass Plus
| Singapore Tourist Pass | SG Tourist Pass | Singapore Tourist Pass Plus |
|---|---|---|
| $12/$19/$24 | $29 | $48 |
| 1/2/3 Days | 3 Days | 3 Days |
| Unlimited Rides on Public Transport | Unlimited Rides on Public Transport | Unlimited Rides on Public Transport |
| $10 Refundable Rental Deposit | No Deposit | No Deposit |
The SG Tourist Pass must be used on consecutive days and the card must be returned within 5 days from the date the tourist pass is issued to get the refund. If you need to extend the card, you must first return the card at the transit link offices listed below, get your deposit refunded and buy another 1-3 days tourist pass and pay the deposit again. There is no limit on how many times you can buy the tourist pass. Failure to return the card will forfeit the deposit but you can keep the card as a souvenir. The card can also be used as a regular EZ Link card and can be used to top up for regular fares.
If your tourist pass is already expired (after 1-3 days validity) and you need to go to the MRT station for the refund, you can either top up your ezlink card or use your debit / credit card with paywave (NFC) feature to pay for your Bus or MRT fare. Single Journey Tickets are no longer available. Note that using your debit / credit card are subject to currency fluctuations and surcharges. The fares are computed based on the distance but there if you are connecting from bus to train, certain criteria must be met to consider it for a single charge.
Singapore Tourist Pass Refund Locations
You can buy and refund the Singapore Tourist Pass (SG Tourist Pass) in Simply Go (Transit Link) office located in the following MRT Stations: Ang Mo Kio, Bayfront, Bugis, Changi Airport (Terminal 2 MRT), Chinatown, City Hall, Farrer Park, HarbourFront, Jurong East, Lavender, Maxwell, Orchard, Raffles Place, Somerset and Woodlands with schedule ranging from 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM from Mondays to Sundays. Note the schedules are different per station.
To buy or refund the STP in Changi Airport, From Terminal 3 walk towards the walkalator leading to Terminal 2. Once you reach the end of the walkalator, go down to the MRT Station in Terminal 2 and follow the sign that says Transitlink office (Singapore Tourist Pass). If coming from Terminal 4, ride the bus to terminal 2 and go down to the MRT station. If you buy the Tourist Pass at the airport and not in the Transitlink office, you will be paying the $38 Singapore Tourist Pass Plus and the deposit will not be refunded.
You can click on the MRT name or Code below to get more details or check the Map below.
| TRANSIT LINK TICKET OFFICE | Notes | Mon – Sat | Sun / Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ang Mo Kio | NS16 | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM (M-Sat) | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Bayfront | CE1 DT16 | Closed: (M-F) 12pm – 3:45pm, 4.45pm – 8.00pm (Sat) | 12pm – 3:45pm, 4.45pm – 8.00pm |
| Bugis | DT14 EW12 | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM (M-Sat) | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Changi Airport | CG2 Terminal 2 MRT | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM (M-Sat) | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Chinatown | DT19 NE4 | 8:00 AM – 12.30 PM, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (M-Sat) | 8:00 AM – 12.30 PM, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| City Hall | EW13 NS25 | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (M-Sat) | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Farrer Park | NE8 | 12:00 PM to 3:45 PM, 4:45 PM to 7:30 PM (M-Sat) | 12:00 PM to 3:45 PM, 4:45 PM to 7:30 PM |
| HarbourFront | CC29 NE1 | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM (M-Sat) | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
| Jurong East | EW24 NS1 | 12:00 PM to 3:45 PM, 4:45 PM to 7:30 PM | 12:00 PM to 3:45 PM, 4:45 PM to 7:30 PM |
| Lavender | EW11 | 12:00 PM to 3:45 PM, 4:45 PM to 7:30 PM | 12:00 PM to 3:45 PM, 4:45 PM to 7:30 PM (Sun) Closed: Holidays |
| Maxwell | TE18 | 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM | |
| Orchard | NS22 TE14 | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM (M-Sat) | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Raffles Place | EW14 NS26 | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM (M-F) 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Sat) | Closed |
| Somerset | NS23 (Concession Card Replacement Office) | 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM (M-Sat) | 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Woodlands | NS9 TE2 | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
Singapore Tourist Card MRT
You can check this map to find the MRT locations where to buy and return the Singapore Tourist Pass. You can buy the tourist pass in an office and return it in another transitlink office. Note that the transitlink offices are mostly located in the MRT Stations and not in the Bus Interchanges or Terminals except in Woodlands.
You can check the schedule of the Transitlink SimplyGo offices here
Transitlink SG Tourist Pass MRT Map
How to use the Singapore Tourist Pass?
The SG Tourist pass can be used for unlimited bus, mrt and lrt rides except for premium services such as Sentosa Express, RWS8 (Bus to Resorts World), Night Owl, NightRider, Chinatown Direct, Express buses as well as other premium and niche bus services. To use the Tourist Pass, tap it upon entry on the bus or MRT Station and tap out upon exit.
If you are in VivoCity Harbourfront going to Resorts World Sentosa, you cannot use the Tourist Pass to Ride the RWS8 bus. You will be asked to pay separtely. Alternatively, you can ride the Sentosa Express Tram which is offering free ride until Dec 31, 2022. You can also choose to walk from Vivo City to Resorts World.
Maximizing the Singapore Tourist Pass
Singapore bus fares typically range from SGD $0.73 to S$1.66, while MRT fares range from S$0.83 to S$1.95. If you are using the 3 days pass for $24, that will be an average of $8 or 6 bus and train rides per day. If coming from the airport, you will be able to make the most of the tourist pass going to your hotel and then to the tourist spots you have planned for the day. If you are staying for 4 to 5 days in singapore, plan out to return the tourist spot on the 4th day and buy another 1-2 days tourist pass. You will just have to pay separately for the fare going to the MRT Station from your hotel by topping up the tourist pass as a regular ezlink card or use your debit / credit card with paywave (NFC) / Apple Pay.
The validity of the card is up to the last train or bus for the day.
If you are thinking whether to use the train or bus to go to your destination, check the bus routes first as some buses will pass several stops before reaching the destination. Meanwhile, the trains are split from 1-2 kms and there may not be a nearby train station from your destination. It is best to combine the train and buses for maximum efficiency and to save time.
