Originally Posted by Fredd
Thanks for the info. We'll be flying mid-January with carry-on only and were thinking about catching a few hours of sleep at a cheaper rate and then heading in a leisurely way toward our downtown hotel in the morning, maybe by rapid transit to save a few more bucks.
Our previous time in Singapore (as well as other places) I'm not sure we got our money's worth arriving after midnight at a more elaborate hotel, provided we don't mind the nuisance of moving the next morning.
Your points are worth considering though, and thanks again.
Cheers,
Fredd
Fredd,
Going to town by public transport will save you more than a few bucks only! IIRC, the trip to the city centre by taxi should cost S$11 +/- (depending on where you stay), airport surcharge depending on when you take it. Weekends are more expensive a $5, else its $3. Beware of the 'peak hour surcharge' of $1 from 0730-0900 and 1630-2000. Morning ERP on the highway to the city costs anything from $0.50-$2.50. CBD surcharge ranges from $0.50 in the early afternoon to $3 at peak hours (morning and evening).
OTOH, the MRt will get you fairly quickly from T2 to the city in about 30min for <$2, bus service 36 from either T1/T2 gets you there in even less than the train ride but its dependent on traffic. Assuming no jams, about 45min to Suntec (add somemore if going to Orchard Road), plus you get to see the the housing estates (some good food if you're adventurous in the Marine Parade/Katong area, which you will definately pass by).
It really depends on where you're going to put up. If you don't mind, I could suggest how to get there in the quickest time/scenary/food etc..
