3 new bus routes for Tengah, Woodlands; interim shuttles for delayed Jurong Region Line to launch from mid-2027
Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow said public transport is a “key priority” for Tengah, which has seen its population more than double to 28,000 over the past year.
Three new bus routes are set to launch in northern and western Singapore, including services connecting Tengah to Choa Chu Kang and Bukit Gombak. This announcement comes as the population of Tengah has more than doubled to 28,000 over the past year, with more residents continuing to move in daily, according to Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow.
The government's focus on improving connectivity in Tengah has been a priority, with the town already seeing an increase from four to 11 bus services since May. For the delayed Jurong Region Line (JRL), an interim shuttle bus service will begin operating from the second half of 2027, following the route of the JRL. This shuttle service will help commuters experience the connectivity the JRL promises, first via bus and later by train when the line is fully operational.
The new bus services - 873 and 874 - will commence on October 25, with service 874 specifically connecting Tengah to Choa Chu Kang, eliminating the need for multiple bus transfers. Additionally, service 968 will begin in Woodlands, providing transportation to Woodlands North, Woodlands South, and Admiralty MRT stations. These new routes aim to address congestion and improve the commuting experience for residents in the growing areas of Tengah, Woodlands, and beyond.
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