Changi Airport to Bugis, Singapore
Bugis
In its pre-world war days, Bugis had been somewhat of a red light district where Japanese prostitutes gathered business, and the ongoings through Bugis Street itself had, later on, been immortalized in the 1995 movie titled Bugis Street that encapsulated the textured past of this now-iconic part of Singapore. In this fast-paced city, Bugis is charismatic and timeless: a seamless blend of the old and the new.
The Old
Temples are scattered throughout Singapore, with the famous ones lined up in Little India and Chinatown as semblances of ethnic values. Here in Bugis, the Kuam Im Thong Hood Cho Temple is built in dedication to the Goddess of Mercy - Guan Yin, otherwise Avalokitesvara. It is believed that worshippers who pray in this temple would be blessed with good luck, and though the temple is relatively compact, it does not lack in terms of intricate architecture. During the Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year), devotees would bring forth and present their incense to Guan Yin in hopes of kick-starting the new year on an auspicious note.
The New
A combination of effortlessly chic and painstaking preservation, the Bugis Haji Lane is the hipsters’ watering hole. Unique clothing are found within the stylish boutiques housed within refurbished shoplots, and a fashionable crowd often peruse the lanes before moving on to the trendiest bars along the lane. For a modern experience in Bugis, this lane will most likely become your second home!
The Local Choice
If bars and hipster fashion aren’t for you, the local Bugis Village may offer you a slightly more authentic tourist experience. With stalls that are packed next to each other selling keepsakes and other flea market goods, Bugis Village is a loud and bustling enigma that could appeal to your wandering eye. It is easily located, too, as it is right across the street upon exiting Bugis Junction!
How to Get There From Changi Airport
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Public Transport
MRT
From Changi Airport, take the East West (Green) line to Tanah Merah station. From there, switch to the Green line MRT before alighting at Bugis station. The trip is at an estimated fare of S$2.
Bus
From Changi Airport, take Bus Line 36 and alight at Suntec Tower 3. This trip is at an estimated fare of S$2 and will take around fifty minutes.
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Taxi
A taxi from Changi Airport to Bugis will be at an estimated metered fare of S$18. This may vary according to the distance travelled.
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Grabcar
With the advancement in technology, ride-hailing apps become a cheap and convenient way to travel. For an arrival transfer to Bugis from Changi Airport, a Grabcar will be at an estimated flat rate of S$16, but this rate may vary during peak hours.
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Super Vehicles
You may also be interested in booking a Super Vehicle for an efficient transfer to your destination. For this option, an advance booking and payment will be required. To make a booking, call up our customer service line at +65 6535 3534.
Type of Vehicle
Rate
Services
Super Car (4-seater)S$4060-minutes complimentary waiting time. Board vehicle at arrival gate.Super Car (6-seater)S$4860-minutes complimentary waiting time. Board vehicle at arrival gate.Limousine Cabs and Private Limousines
This service requires an advance booking and payment, so call up our friendly customer service line at +65 6535 3534 today and get yourself a ride! Rates vary according to the number of passengers and the vehicle model selected.
Type of Limousine
Rates
Services
Limousine CabFrom S$60- Meet-and-greet services
- Flight-tracking by the driver
- 60 minutes complimentary waiting time
Private LimousinesFrom S$60- Meet-and-greet services
- Flight-tracking by the driver
- 60 minutes complimentary waiting time
