EZ-Link Card in Singapore - Singapore Public Transport Guide 2025

• The EZ-Link Card is most suitable for tourists who intend to have a flexible itinerary or other tourists who intend to stay longer than 3 days.
• Singapore Tourist Pass (STP) will suit short-stay visitors who want to visit numerous attractions daily with the help of public transportation.
• EZ-Link cards are affordable, simple to reload, as well as used to make small retail purchases.
• STP has the advantage of providing unlimited travel, but it is not cost-effective in case you do not take the public transport regularly every day.
• To prevent penalty fares, you will always need to tap in and out using your EZ-Link card.
• Both of the cards make your Singapore visit and your Singapore tourism experience more convenient, quicker, and less expensive.

EZ-Link Card is a non-contact travel card utilised in the Singapore mass transport system. It makes the process of payment for the travel simple, and it gives the passengers ease and freedom in the payment process. Singapore tour packages and EZ-Link cards will smooth out your travel and make it comfortable.

Pro Tip: The card also works at selected retail outlets, making small purchases ultra-easy during your trip.

EZ-Link cards can be purchased at TransitLink ticket counters at most MRT stations and at convenience stores such as 7-Eleven and Cheers. When you arrive at Changi Airport, you can also get the card at the Travelex exchange counter. It is easily available, making your Singapore trip amazing and affordable.

Travel Hack: Opt for the Hi!Tourist SIM card from Singtel (S$15) that includes an EZ-Link card preloaded with S$3, saving the initial S$5 card fee.

Also Read: Singapore MRT Guide

The EZ-Link card Singapore is very easy to use; all you need to do is tap it on the card reader before entering or exiting the MRT platform or bus. To ensure accurate fare calculation, tap it both at the time of boarding and alighting. If you do not tap before exiting, the maximum price will be reduced.

1. Cost-effective

EZ-Link cards often offer cheaper fares than paying with cash, especially when transferring between different modes of transport within the same journey. Since a maximum of 5 transfers are allowed per trip, you can save significantly on transportation costs on your trip to Singapore.

2. Convenient and easy

The EZ-Link card offers unparalleled convenience and hassle-free experiences, such as making exact changes or avoiding standing in line for tickets. Just click and go, and your journey will be smooth and stress-free. For frequent travellers, the EZ-Link Card is an affordable and convenient solution.

3. Stress-Free Travel

Avoid long queues or the need for exact change. Perfect for families, couples, and solo travellers.

For visitors staying in Singapore for a short period, the Singapore Tourist Pass (STP) offers unlimited travel on buses, MRT and LRT. It is an excellent option to cut down on unwanted costs. It is available in one-, two- or three-day options; the pass provides flexibility and helps save some money. 

For unlimited rides, consider the Singapore Tourist Pass (STP):

• Available in 1-day (S$22), 2-day (S$29), and 3-day (S$34) variants.
• Ideal for first-time visitors planning to cover Universal Studios Singapore, Gardens by the Bay, Sentosa, and more using public transport.

Note: Available at TransitLink offices in major MRT stations like Orchard, Changi, and City Hall.

So, when you plan to book your Singapore Package, keep an EZ-link card as your essential buy too!