How To Get From Singapore Changi Airport To Marina Bay Sands – All Possible Ways

Last updated on March 21st, 2023 at 09:52 pm

We will write how to get from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands. You can go by bus, MRT, taxi and private transfer. The distance from Changi Airport to Marina Bay Sands is around 18 kilometers. Click here to get a discount booking activities in Singapore with Klook

The travel time from Singapore airport to Marina Bay is 20 minutes by taxi and it will cost around $20-30 SGD which is around $15-20 USD.

The best way from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands is by train MRT for $2 SGD is around 40 minutes but you will have to commute.

The cheapest way by bus from Changi airport to Marina Bay for $2 SGD if you go on a budget and it will take 75 minutes plus you will have to walk 15-20 minutes. Read here how to get from Singapore airport to city center, Singapore airport to Bugis and Singapore airport to Sentosa Island

You can get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi if traveling in a group.

SIM CARD AT SINGAPORE AIRPORT

I wouldn’t recommend you to buy a sim card at Singapore airport. If you wish comfort you can buy eSim online and if you aren’t in a hurry just go around phone shops in the city and compare prices to buy the cheapest sim card in Singapore. Read here the best Singapore sim card for tourist and best eSim Singapore

You can find the cheapest Singaporean eSim with Nomad Singapore eSim for $5 USD with 1 GB data valid for 7 days. For $13 USD with 3 GB data, for $15 USD with 5 GB data, for $21 USD with 10 GB data and for $30 USD with 20 GB data valid for 30 days.

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Read here best breakfast in Singapore, fruits in Singapore, Singapore travel tips, Budget travel in Singapore, Singapore tourist spots and Instagrammable Places in Singapore

WHERE TO STAY IN SINGAPORE

There are dorm rooms in Singapore that only go for $20 USD or less. Another inexpensive lodging option is AirBnB, where you can get rooms for $40-50 USD. Those who want to treat themselves can always book luxury hotel rooms starting at around $200 USD per night.

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Changi Airport To Marina Bay Sands

Metro (MRT) Schedule From Singapore Airport To Marina Bay Sands (Best Way)

The MRT from Changi airport to Marina Bay Sands. The metro schedule from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands is running every 7-12 minutes starting from 5 51 am to 11 18 pm. You will find the MRT in the basement of Terminals 2 and 3 in Changi airport. Check MRT schedule and route!

The MRT fare from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands is around $2 SGD. The travel time by Metro MRT from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands is around 40 minutes.

From Changi airport to Marina Bay you will have to take the train at Tanah Merah Station Green Line to Expo and transfer to the Blue Line to Bayfront.

You can get the Metro tickets in the vending machines and you will have to pay a 10 cents deposit for the card and you can get back when you return your metro card or a discount in the next trip in the metro in Singapore.

If you pay with an EZ-Link Card you will get discounts in every ticket by public transportation in Singapore. You can also pay with a Singapore Tourist Pass.

Maybe you have to get the Sky Train from Changi airport to MRT Station at Changi airport starting from 5 30 am to 2 30 am and it will take 5 minutes to connect between terminals in the airport.

There is also a shuttle bus connecting Terminals 2 and 3 from 5 30 am to 2 30 am and it’s going to Gate E and B. There is also a shuttle bus connecting Terminal 4 in the airport available 24 hours from Terminal 2 in Arrivals.

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MRT Lines in Singapore

Public Bus From Singapore Airport To Marina Bay Sands (Cheapest Way)

The public Bus Number 36 from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands is the slowest option with similar price than MRT. The buses are running from Singapore airport to city center every 8-12 minutes starting at 6 am until midnight. Check here Bus Number 36 route and schedule!

The Bus Number 36 fare from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands is around $2 SGD. It will take around 1 hour and 30 minutes from Changi airport to Marina Bay Sands. The buses are available in the Terminals 1, 2 and 3 and also in Terminal 4.

You will have to stop at the Float Marina Bay near Raffles Avenue and you will have to walk 15 minutes to Marina Bay Sands. Check here the best place to stop!

Bus Number 36 Changi Airport to Marina Bay

Route Bus Number 36 – Terminal 3 – Terminal 1 – Terminal 2 – Airport Blvd – ECP – Marine Parade Rd – Amber Rd – Mountbatten Rd – Temasek Blvd – Raffles Blvd – Stamford Rd – Orchard Rd (YMCA) – Penang Rd – Somerset Rd – Grange Rd – Orchard Blvd – Tomlinson Rd – Tanglin Rd – Bras Basah Rd.

EZ Link Card

If you are planning to stay a few days in Singapore and move around by public transportation we recommend you to get an EZ Link Card. Prices are around $10-12 SGD depending where you buy with $5-7 SGD credit. You will get more credit and a cheaper price in the MRT than 7 Eleven.

The EZ Link Card will provide discounts in your rides and you can top up in stores like 7-Eleven and MRT you will be able to get a refund of the card when leaving Singapore.

Shuttle Bus From Singapore Airport To Marina Bay Sands

The shuttle bus from Changi airport to Marina Bay Sands is a comfortable option especially if you are traveling alone. It will take 25 minutes from Changi airport to Marina Bay Sands.

The shuttle bus fare from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands is around $9 SGD for one way for adults and $6 SGD for children. The shuttle buses are running every 15-30 minutes from Singapore airport to Marina Bay.

It will drop you off in most of the hotels and you can buy the ticket in Ground Transport Desk at the arrivals. If you are traveling with more people will be better to get a Grab or a taxi since prices are similar.

Taxi From Singapore Airport To Marina Bay Sands

If you go from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands by taxi is the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Changi airport to Marina Bay is around 20 minutes.

The taxi fare from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands is around $20-35 SGD. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination.

Grab From Singapore Airport To Singapore Marina Bay Sands

If you want to hire Grab in Singapore working like Uber. From Singapore airport to Marina Bay you will have to order your car with the app from your phone and you have to get to the Grab starting point at the airport.

Expect to pay from $15-30 SGD depending on your final destination in Singapore and the time of the day. Grab prices are usually little bit cheaper than a taxi but at peak hours could be the same price.

There are others companies apart from Grab which is the biggest in Singapore. You can check them out: TADA, Kardi, Urge, Go Jek and Ryde. You can pay by cash or credit just you will notice in advance when ordering the car.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM SINGAPORE AIRPORT TO MARINA BAY SANDS

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be expensive. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and is only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort after your flight to Singapore.

If you choose a private shuttle from Singapore airport to Marina Bay expect to pay around $40 SGD up to 4 people. It will be around $10 SGD per person.

Best Way From Singapore Airport To Marina Bay Sands

The best way from Singapore airport to Marina Bay Sands in my opinion is by MRT that you will have to transfer but it’s easy no worries! It will take around 1 hour from Changi airport to Marina Bay by MRT and $2 SGD.

You can also take Bus Number 36 that is stopping near the area but both ways will require a few minutes of walking for a total of 1 hour and 20 minutes. These options if you travel on a budget will cost you only $2 SGD per person for one way.

So far I took by MRT, Bus, Private Transfer from the hotel and Grab depending the time that you are getting to Singapore and your budget for sure!

If you are traveling alone and you want comfort you can go for a shuttle bus from Singapore airport to Marina Bay for $9 SGD per person which is cheaper than a taxi. If you are traveling in a group or with so much luggage you can get a taxi or Grab from Changi airport.

ACCOMMODATION BUDGET TRAVEL IN SINGAPORE

There are dorm rooms in Singapore that only go for $20 USD or less. Another inexpensive lodging option is AirBnB, where you can get rooms for $40-50 USD. Those who want to treat themselves can always book luxury hotel rooms starting at around $200 USD per night.

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BEST TIME TO VISIT SINGAPORE

Singapore’s wet season is from November to January and it will be the hottest around May and June. So the best time to visit Singapore is from February to April between the summers and winters which has the most comfortable weather and temperature and bunch of outdoor activities will be best available that time!

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CASH AND ATMS IN SINGAPORE

The Singaporean Dollar is the official currency of Singapore. At the time, the rate was $1 USD = 1.38 SGD. Since these rates are always changing, take a look here to know the current exchange rate.

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