Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes
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Highlights
- Two routes, 36 stops between them: Yellow Line (Orchard Road and city landmarks) and Red Line (Little India, Chinatown)
- Open-top double-decker buses with pre-recorded commentary
- Hop off at any stop and re-board a later bus on the same ticket
- Live bus tracking on the operator's own free app
- Buses every 25 to 40 minutes through the day (bigbustours.com)
Is it right for you?
- Seniors
- Good for seniors: A seated open-top bus; you only walk as far as you choose to at each stop
- Getting around
- Little walking
- Setting
- Outdoors
- Time of day
- Morning, Afternoon
- Pickup
- No hotel pickup
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From the operator's and venue's own published information. Tell your captain about anyone's mobility, age or food needs and we confirm the details for your date.
The story
Big Bus Singapore runs open-top buses over two routes that between them cover 36 stops (bigbustours.com, checked 26 Sep 2026). The Yellow Line runs from about 9:30am to 5:20pm, buses every 25 to 40 minutes, mixing city landmarks with the Orchard Road shopping district; the Red Line runs from about 9:40am to 5:10pm, buses every 25 to 35 minutes, through Little India and Chinatown. The buses carry pre-recorded commentary, and the operator's own app shows live bus positions and the nearest stop. The operator names a 24-hour ticket covering both routes and a 48-hour ticket covering both routes; you can get off at any stop and re-board a later bus on your ticket.
What it feels like: the open top deck puts you above the traffic and the shopfronts, which is the point of a bus like this - a first look at a city's shape before you choose where to go back on foot. The commentary names what you are passing without you needing a guidebook open on your lap, and stepping off at a stop that looks interesting, rather than staying on the whole loop, is built into the ticket rather than a rule you are breaking.
Who this suits, and why: a solo traveller or a couple on their first day, wanting an easy orientation before deciding where to spend real time; multigenerational groups and seniors, since nobody has to walk far to see the main sights; and families, for the same reason, with the practical bonus of being able to stop wherever a child (or a grandparent) has had enough for a while.
What your ticket covers
Opening hours and entry times are confirmed for your date.
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Start at whichever stop suits your day; the operator's app shows the nearest one and live arrival times.
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Stay on for the full loop with commentary, or step off at any stop to explore and catch a later bus on the same ticket.
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Change between the Yellow and Red lines at the stops they share, so both routes fit inside your ticket's 24 or 48 hours.
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Inclusions
- Hop-on hop-off ticket for both the Yellow and Red lines, valid 24 or 48 hours as booked
- Pre-recorded commentary on board
- Access to the operator's live bus-tracking app
Exclusions
- Food, drinks and any attraction entry along the route
- Hotel transfers to and from your first stop
- Tips and personal expenses
Know before you go
- The operator gives the ticket as 24 or 48 hours but not when that time starts; your captain confirms it with the operator.
- The operator's own child ticket band is ages 3 to 12, with children 2 and under travelling free and all passengers 15 and under needing an accompanying adult; the operator gives no child price, so your captain confirms it with the operator.
- It is an open-top bus: carry sunscreen and a hat, and an umbrella or rain layer for a shower.
- Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
- Availability is confirmed by the operator when your captain books; a booking can be declined by the supplier for a price change, allocation or stop-sale.
- Prices are in INR. GST and TCS are shown in your written quote.
Policies
Payment policy
Your quote sets out the deposit, the balance and when each is due.
Pay by UPI or bank transfer as per your quote.
5% GST and 2% TCS apply to overseas packages and are shown in your written quote before you pay.
Confirmation policy
We confirm on WhatsApp and email once your payment is received and the supplier has confirmed availability. Tickets and vouchers follow within 24 working hours of that confirmation.
Refund policy
If the supplier cannot deliver after you have paid, you get an equal or better alternative at no extra cost, or a full refund of that item within 7 working days. You choose.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation terms as confirmed with the operator at booking; ask your captain before you pay - checked 22 Sep 2026
Why book with Travelers Clan
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- Clear payment terms. Deposit and cancellation conditions set out before payment.
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Before you book
Questions travellers ask
How much does Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes cost?
Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes starts at ₹4,350 per person. GST and TCS are added and shown in your written quote before payment. The final price depends on your date, time slot and group size.
What is included in Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes?
Included: Hop-on hop-off ticket for both the Yellow and Red lines, valid 24 or 48 hours as booked; Pre-recorded commentary on board; Access to the operator's live bus-tracking app.
What is not included in Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes?
Not included: Food, drinks and any attraction entry along the route; Hotel transfers to and from your first stop; Tips and personal expenses.
How long is Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes?
Ticket valid 24 h or 48 h in Singapore. Ask the team for a different time slot. Ticket only: getting there is up to you, or ask us to add a transfer.
What should I know before booking Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes?
The operator gives the ticket as 24 or 48 hours but not when that time starts; your captain confirms it with the operator. The operator's own child ticket band is ages 3 to 12, with children 2 and under travelling free and all passengers 15 and under needing an accompanying adult; the operator gives no child price, so your captain confirms it with the operator. It is an open-top bus: carry sunscreen and a hat, and an umbrella or rain layer for a shower. Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck. Availability is confirmed by the operator when your captain books; a booking can be declined by the supplier for a price change, allocation or stop-sale. Prices are in INR. GST and TCS are shown in your written quote.
What is the cancellation policy for Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes?
Cancellation terms as confirmed with the operator at booking; ask your captain before you pay - checked 22 Sep 2026
Is Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes suitable for seniors or elderly parents?
Yes, it suits seniors. A seated open-top bus; you only walk as far as you choose to at each stop. Little walking.
Is Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes indoors or outdoors?
It is outdoors, so plan around the heat and the weather.
How do I book Big Bus Singapore: Hop-On Hop-Off, 2 Routes?
Send your requirements from the trip page or on WhatsApp. The planning team reviews your enquiry during planning hours (10am–10pm IST) to confirm costs and availability. An enquiry is not a booking — a booking exists once a captain confirms it and your deposit clears.
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