Your Ultimate Guide to Singapore’s Electronic Road Pricing
Ever heard the traffic lights in Singapore whisper “Every Road Pay” when you pass by? That’s the ERP system in full swing. If you’re one of those drivers who’d rather dodge the extra coins, this read will arm you with all the juicy details you need.
Why ERP Gets the Cold Shoulder
Singapore’s road tolls have earned a reputation as the villain of the highway. People joke that the acronym stands for “Every Road Pay” instead of Electronic Road Pricing. But if you’re looking to keep your wallet happy, here’s the low‑down.
What’s Changed Since the Circuit Breaker?
- From April 6, 2020, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) set a pause on ERP charges as traffic shrank under the Circuit Breaker.
- The LTA now reviews rates every five weeks, instead of a fat quarterly schedule.
- Four ERP gantries have come back online as traffic starts to bump up again.
- A fresh price shift is in effect from 31 August 2020.
Peak‑Hour ERP “Fine Tuning” – A Snapshot
| ERP Gantry | Time | Current Rates | Revised Rate (effective 31 Aug 2020) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southbound CTE Auxiliary Lane to PIE (Changi)/ Serangoon Road | 7.30 am – 8.00 am | $0 | $1 |
| Northbound CTE after PIE (Set of 2 Gantries) | 6.00 pm – 6.30 pm | $1 | $2 |
| Northbound CTE after PIE (Set of 2 Gantries) | 6.30 pm – 7.00 pm | $1 | $2 |
| Southbound CTE before Braddell Road | 8.00 am – 9.00 am | $1 | $1 |
| All other gantries | All times | $0 | $0 |
What’s Next?
Singapore’s economy is slowly easing back into full swing, so expect more ERP gantries to open their gates, tightening traffic flow and erasing congestion hiccups. The next big rate review will unveil its findings by the end of September. Keep checking back — we’ll keep this guide fresh and jam-packed with the latest happenings.
Originally published on Motorist, this guide is brought to you by the LTA and all the ERPTips you ever wanted. Happy driving!
