What’s Up With the Asian Highway ERP Prices?
Hey road‑runners! The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has decided it’s time to shake up the Extra Road Pricing (ERP) system. If you’re cruising on the AYE, PIE, CTE or KPE, you’ll notice the rates rattle a bit higher starting November 19. The rest of the gantries get their price bump a tad later – after the December school holidays.
Why the Price Hike? (It’s All About Speed)
LTA’s traffic sniffing in October 2022 revealed a serious slowdown on several expressway stretches. They pinpointed nine time slots across six spots where speeds dipped below the sweet‑spot range. That’s when the ERP team decided to clip a little extra from your wallet.
How the Schedule Breaks Down
Below is a quick guide to the changes, no complicated math required:
- Four time periods (across three roads) will only kick in after the December school holidays. They’re set to start on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 because traffic tends to speed up a bit while school kids are off campus.
- Five other time slots (across three roads) stay locked in. These will rise by $1 right from November 19, 2022. Expect a steady, slower traffic pulse this winter.
- Seven more periods (on four roads) switch the opposite tune – the ERP will drop during the December school holiday window, starting again on November 19, 2022. Come January 3, 2023, the rates swing back to their pre‑holiday levels.
What Does This Mean for Your Daily Commute?
Picture this: you’re heading to work between 7:30 and 8:30 am on the AYE. If you’re in the right lane at the right time, you might just pay a $1 extra, and that extra can put a flash in the GPS tracker thanks to the new ERP change. But if you’re stuck in a traffic jam through December, some gantries will actually become kinder to your wallet — rates drop while the school kids play outside.
Bottom Line: Keep a Sharper Eye on the Time Slots
Thanks to LTA’s surveillance, drivers can plan their routes to jump the price spikes or dive into the dips. No need to feel like a financial wizard; just note the dates and times, and you’ll be all set to navigate the new ERP landscape.
Heads Up: It’s a Moving Target
To make sure you’re not caught off guard, stay tuned to the official LTA updates and check your ERP app right before you hit the road. This way, you’ll be well‑armed with the latest pricing tweaks and you can save on your tolls — or at least make the best of the inevitable traffic slowdown.
ERP rates will increase at five time periods for these locations with effect from Nov 19, 2022
Heads‑up, Singaporeers: Your Car’s Toll‑Bag Gets a Price Shock!
Don’t Driver, Don’t Drive – Pay More!
It’s a dawn‑time drama, so buckle up (or, if you’re still asleep, just watch the numbers climb). Below is the quick‑fire rundown of the toll changes that are about to squeeze a few extra coins from your wallet. We’ve got the pieces: CTE, PIE, and KPE. No mystery, just numbers, but we’ll add a sprinkle of humor so the traffic news feels less like a YAML file.
Southbound CTE Auxiliary Lane to PIE (Changi)/Serangoon Road
- 8:00–8:30 am: Toll rises to $3 (was $2) – your old $2 will feel a bit cold.
- 8:30–9:00 am: Toll jumps to $4 (was $3) – trip up a dollar for everyone.
PIE (Kallang Bahru & slip road into Bendemeer)
Two gantries are watching you as the numbers climb.
- 8:30–9:00 am: Toll ups to $2 (was $1) – double the toll for that same old route.
- 9:00–9:30 am: Toll slumps to $1 (was $0) – a tiny relief after the double.
KPE (ECP) after Defu Flyover
- 8:30–9:00 am: Toll climbs to $4 (was $3) – another dollar for the journey.
So, what’s the moral of the story? The road trip isn’t just a drive; it’s a wallet workout. Grab a cup of coffee, brace for the charge, and enjoy the humour that this slight inflation brought into our commute — because nothing says “good morning” like a little extra charge on the way to the office.
ERP rates will increase at four time periods for these locations, but are deferred to after the December school holidays, and will be effective from Tuesday, Jan 3, 2023
Heads‑Up: Fares are About to Surge on AYE and PIE
Why the Prices Are Racing Ahead
It’s not a typo – indeed, the toll rates on the AYE and PIE routes are shifting faster than a cheetah on a caffeine binge. Below is the quick rundown:
- AYE (Alexandra → City)
- 8:00 – 8:30 am: Rate jumps from $0 to $1
- 8:30 – 9:00 am: Rate climbs further to $2
- AYE (Jurong Town Hall → City) (three gantries)
- 7:30 – 8:00 am: Rate goes from $0 to $1
- PIE (Adam and Mount Pleasant) (two gantries)
- 7:30 – 8:00 am: Rate steps up from $0 to $1
So before you hit the road, double‑check those time slots. A cheap drive today could mean a modest toll tomorrow. Just remember, better to pay a little now than be caught off‑guard later!
There will be ERP rate reductions at seven time periods for these locations for the December School Holidays, effective from 19 November 2022 to Jan 2, 2023
Quick Heads‑Up About ERP Rate Changes This Morning
Hey, road warriors! The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has tweaked the Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) charges for a few key stretches. Here’s the low‑down in plain English:
AYE Road (City side)
- Time slot: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
- Old rate: $1.00 per vehicle.
- New rate: $0.00 – free‑bike, right?
Southbound CTE (Braddell Road)
- 7:00 – 7:30 a.m. – Drop from $1 to $0.
- 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. – Still $0.
- 8:00 – 8:30 a.m. – Back up to $1 (from $2).
Southbound CTE (After Braddell Road & PIE Slip‑Road)
- 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. – Free ride: $0 (was $1).
- 8:00 – 8:30 a.m. – Charges rise to $2 (from $3).
Got the feeling that your wallet might be a little lighter? Stay tuned – the LTA is keeping a close eye on traffic speeds and congestion. If the roads stay smooth, you might even see future rate tweaks!
— Originally published by Motorist
