Singapore Changi Airport: Difference between revisions

Line 210: Line 210:
# '''MRT''' The MRT(train/subway system) is a quick and comfortable way to get to the airport. From the city, board the eastbound green line (East-West Line) train to Tanah Merah Station (EW4). This takes about 20 mimutes. From there, transfer to the airport-bound train, which takes you to the airport in 8 minutes. The MRT station is located between Terminal 2 and 3, and you can exit to either terminal. Directional signs are visible once you arrive. A one-way trip will cost about SGD2.90 inclusive of a SGD1.00 refundable deposit for the ticket. There are system and location maps in every station, as well as travel information such as the travel time to a station.
# '''MRT''' The MRT(train/subway system) is a quick and comfortable way to get to the airport. From the city, board the eastbound green line (East-West Line) train to Tanah Merah Station (EW4). This takes about 20 mimutes. From there, transfer to the airport-bound train, which takes you to the airport in 8 minutes. The MRT station is located between Terminal 2 and 3, and you can exit to either terminal. Directional signs are visible once you arrive. A one-way trip will cost about SGD2.90 inclusive of a SGD1.00 refundable deposit for the ticket. There are system and location maps in every station, as well as travel information such as the travel time to a station.
# '''Public bus''' Public bus services also run from the city and many town centres islandwide. The bus services will stop at each terminal(located at the basement level), calling at Terminal 3 first, then Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and the Budget Terminal before heading back to its destination of origin. Information on bus services is available at the bus terminals at the airport. Fares are about SGD0.90 to SGD1.80 by a contactless card or cash, depending on where you are heading. Bus services available are SBS Transit 24, 27, 34, 36, 53 and SMRT 858.
# '''Public bus''' Public bus services also run from the city and many town centres islandwide. The bus services will stop at each terminal(located at the basement level), calling at Terminal 3 first, then Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and the Budget Terminal before heading back to its destination of origin. Information on bus services is available at the bus terminals at the airport. Fares are about SGD0.90 to SGD1.80 by a contactless card or cash, depending on where you are heading. Bus services available are SBS Transit 24, 27, 34, 36, 53 and SMRT 858.
# '''Taxi''' Metered taxis can be flagged down along the streets and at airport taxi stands. However, in the business district, you can only board or alight at taxi stands. Fares start from SGD2.60 and increase with distance. Surcharges apply during certain times(such as morning/evening peak periods and after midnight, or when boarding from certain places). Fare information can be found in every taxi.
# '''Taxi''' Metered taxis can be flagged down along the streets and at airport taxi stands. However, in the business district, you can only board or alight at taxi stands. Fares start from SGD2.60 and increase with distance. Surcharges apply during certain times(such as morning/evening peak periods and after midnight, or when boarding from certain places). A surcharge between SGD3 and SGD5 (depending on the time of boarding) applies for all trips originating from the airport. Detailed fare information can be found in every taxi.


===To Outdoor Locations===
===To Outdoor Locations===
Line 220: Line 220:
# Take Bus Service 9 or 19 to Changi Beach Park  
# Take Bus Service 9 or 19 to Changi Beach Park  


Do note that the bus will make a loop at the Cargo Complex and it is not allowed for people without a pass to enter, so get off the bus by Carpark 5
Do note that the bus will make a loop at the Cargo Complex, a restricted area accessible only by those with valid passes, so alight before reaching the SAF Jetty and cross the road to take the bus out of Changi Beach area.


Just a 10 minute walk from the beach is Changi Village which has many restaurants and a hawker center which serves a multitude local delights at resonable prices. There is a hotel called Changi VIllage Hotel located very close to the beach so if you plan to do most spotting at Changi Beach, it is advisable to stay there, there is also an Italian Restaurant located at the top floor of the hotel which offers lovely views of aircraft landing while dining (this is even more lovely during sunset), if you are a guest, the hotel also includes complementary shuttle services to the city center.  
Just a 10 minute walk from the beach is Changi Village which has many restaurants and a hawker center which serves a multitude local delights at resonable prices. There is a hotel called Changi VIllage Hotel located very close to the beach so if you plan to do most spotting at Changi Beach, it is advisable to stay there, there is also an Italian Restaurant located at the top floor of the hotel which offers lovely views of aircraft landing while dining (this is even more lovely during sunset), if you are a guest, the hotel also includes complimentary shuttle services to the city center.  


All other locations are best accessed by car. You can also hire a taxi to take you there, but it is often difficult to find one to take you out after spotting as these tend to be quiet areas, especially during weekends.
All other locations are best accessed by car. You can also hire a taxi to take you there, but it is often difficult to find one to take you out after spotting as these tend to be quiet areas, especially during weekends.
156

edits