2024 Singapore Tourist Pass Guide: Price, Where to Buy & FAQs
On our several trips to Singapore both as tourists and business travelers, we never thought of getting a Singapore travel card like the Singapore Tourist Pass before our flights. We figured we could just get it as soon as we arrived. While we got one at the airport counter, we could have saved time and energy, if we had secured it ahead.
So, if you are traveling to Singapore soon, here’s everything you need to know about this popular travel card, from price and where to buy, to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
What is a Singapore Tourist Pass?
The Singapore Tourist Pass is a special kind of EZ-Link Card or travel card in Singapore specifically made for tourists. Unlike travel cards like the Japan Suica Card, Welcome Suica Card, Hong Kong Octopus Card, Taiwan EasyCard, and Korea T-Money Card, this SG tourist pass offers tourists unlimited rides on Singapore’s public transportation such as trains and buses.
Types of Singapore Tourist Passes
Here are the different card types to choose from:
1. Singapore Tourist Pass
- Price:
- S$22 (1-day pass)
- S$29 (2-day pass)
- S$34 (3-day pass)
- Validity: 1-3 days
- Unlimited rides on public transport
- Includes SG$10 rental deposit
2. SG Tourist Pass
- Price: S$29
- Validity: 3 days
- Unlimited rides on public transport
- No rental deposit
3. Singapore Tourist Pass Plus
- Price: S$48
- Validity: 3 days
- Unlimited rides on public transport
- No rental deposit
- Free 1-hour walking tour, limited-edition postcard set, S$5 Changi Travel Concierge Service credit
What’s covered by the tourist pass?
The tourist pass lets you enjoy unlimited rides on SG’s public transport such as MRT, LRT, and bus services.
On top of that, you will also get exclusive perks and discounts on Singapore attractions, shopping, entertainment, F&B, tours, and more! See the complete list of perks and discounts.
What’s NOT covered?
The pass does NOT cover rides on Sentosa Express, RWS8, express buses, and other premium bus services in Singapore.
How much is the Singapore Tourist Pass?
Depending on the type of pass you choose, the prices could vary. See table of prices below:
Singapore Tourist Pass Prices 2024
| Card Type | 1-Day Pass | 2-Day Pass | 3-Day Pass |
| Singapore Tourist Pass | S$22 (US$16) | S$29 (US$21) | S$34 (US$25) |
| SG Tourist Pass | – | – | S$29 (US$21) |
| Singapore Tourist Pass Plus | – | – | S$48 (US$36) |
*Prices above are correct as of writing. Visit their official website for the latest card prices.
Where to buy a Singapore Tourist Pass or EZ-Link Card?
You can buy from the following:
Option 1: Online platforms
We recommend that you secure your Singapore tourist card online before your trip to avoid any inconvenience.
KKday (EZ-Link & Tourist Pass Plus)
- Card price: S$10 (EZ-Link Card only); S$48 (Singapore Tourist Pass Plus)
- Combo deal: walking tour, postcard set, S$5 credit for Changi Travel Concierge Service
*Go to Changi Recommends Counters of Changi Airport Singapore Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 4 to claim your card.
Klook (Singapore NETS FlashPay Travel Card)
- Card price: S$22 (S$7 stored value); S$30 (S$15 stored value)
- Klook limited design cards with Singapore icons
- Free Red Dot Design Museum admission and S$5 shopping voucher
- You can have the card delivered to you before your trip
Option 2: MRT Stations
If you failed to get your SG tourist card online, you may still buy from 24-hour automated kiosks and SimplyGo ticket offices at MRT stations in Singapore.
*See the complete list of where to buy the SG Tourist Pass.
Singapore Tourist Pass frequently asked questions (FAQs)
1. What’s the difference between a Singapore Tourist Pass and an EZ-Link Card?
The Singapore Tourist Pass still works like an EZ-Link Card where you can tap the card to pay for trains and buses in Singapore. The only difference is that the tourist pass has a fixed price and validity period for unlimited rides, while the EZ-Link Card is used to pay the exact fare. Once your tourist pass has expired, you can top-up money and use it as a normal EZ-Link Card.
2. How to reload my EZ-Link Card?
Given your unlimited tourist pass has expired and you’d like to use it as a regular EZ-Link Card, you can top up or put money into your card by going to the following top-up locations:
- General Ticketing Machines at MRT Stations
- SimplyGo Kiosks
- SimplyGo Ticket Offices
- 7-Eleven
- ATM Machines (DBS/POSB, OCBC, AXS)
*See the complete list of EZ-Link top-up locations.
3. Can I buy a Singapore Tourist Pass at the airport?
Yes, you can buy your SG tourist pass at the airport. Just proceed to the Ticketing Service Centre of Changi Airport MRT Station Terminal 2 or at the 24-hour automated kiosks of Changi Airport MRT Station Terminals 2 and 3.
4. Can I use my tourist pass or EZ-Link Card to pay for other people?
No, you can’t share your tourist pass or EZ-Link Card with other people. One person should hold one card.
5. When will my tourist pass expire?
It expires after the validity period. Say, you bought the Singapore Tourist Pass Plus with a 3-day validity, your unlimited pass expires after the third day of use.
6. What happens after it expires?
After your unlimited pass expires, it reverts back to a regular EZ-Link Card, which you can top-up and pay for public transport, shopping, and more like a prepaid smartcard.
7. Is my Singapore Tourist Pass refundable?
Unfortunately, it is not refundable. But you can still refund the S$10 rental deposit within five days from the purchase date at any SimplyGo Ticket Office.
8. Can I keep my tourist pass as a souvenir?
Definitely! You may keep your tourist pass as a souvenir, but the S$10 rental deposit will be forfeited if you have that card type.
9. Can I still reuse my tourist card when I’m back in Singapore?
Yes, your expired tourist pass may be used as a regular EZ-Link Card which you can reload and reuse when you’re back in Singapore.
That’s pretty much everything you need to know about the Singapore Tourist Pass. Do let us know if you have more tips or recommendations.
