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Hope 950 can extend to Yishun. Passing by MRT stations such as Admiralty, Sembawang and terminate in Yishun Int. In fact, follow the MRT track all the way from Marsiling until Yishun.Originally posted by smrt_950:whether or not smrt is goin to increase capacity is none of my concern here. i'm merely stating that loads on this svc is increasing...
No need to fight for students with the Bas Sekolah. There is big market for people in Yishun, Sembawang and Admiralty. Currrently, no SBST buses serves there, besides 39, from Tampines to Yishun Int.
At the same time, people from AMK, HG and SK can take 169, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855 and 965 to Yishun Int to change 950, if 950 is extended to Yishun Int. Quite a good idea. -
Why Dont Try VAlueAir.. ?? haha.. flying to Perth from Dec..Originally posted by kengkia:excuse mi 4 while.....does anyone noe where is e best place to get cheap airtickest to australia from malaysia??? -
A review of 1 mth progress
Sv 160/ 170 - Still the lau da
Sv 950 - Can improve further*
CW1 - Too expensive, but assured of seats*
CW2 - Disappointing demand*
SJE - OK, still in the lead
*Bus have to wait at Checkpoint for at least 6 mins -
ValuAir does not go to Malaysia... BTW, there is a new air sv from Singapore to Moscow - The only sv in SEAOriginally posted by sBs_boy:Why Dont Try VAlueAir.. ?? haha.. flying to Perth from Dec.. -
If you do see any of the new CW3 and CW4 buses running, kindly notify me. Thanks!
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I think it may be starting next week.. But they are funny to start rts on weekdaysOriginally posted by surfbabe:If you do see any of the new CW3 and CW4 buses running, kindly notify me. Thanks! -
It is a bit duplicating. What's the point of building MRT when ppl prefer buses?Originally posted by PJ_Quek:Hope 950 can extend to Yishun. Passing by MRT stations such as Admiralty, Sembawang and terminate in Yishun Int. In fact, follow the MRT track all the way from Marsiling until Yishun.
No need to fight for students with the Bas Sekolah. There is big market for people in Yishun, Sembawang and Admiralty. Currrently, no SBST buses serves there, besides 39, from Tampines to Yishun Int.
At the same time, people from AMK, HG and SK can take 169, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855 and 965 to Yishun Int to change 950, if 950 is extended to Yishun Int. Quite a good idea. -
At least it is cheaper than to transfer... Can also snatch 170 bis indirectly unless frequency improves...Originally posted by sbs&tibs:It is a bit duplicating. What's the point of building MRT when ppl prefer buses? -
What do you mean CW1 is too expensive? Fare is the same as 170. If you're comparing with EZ-link fares, it will be cheaper if you board from JB because you're paying in RM. And don't be too assured of seats unless you're first in line. SJE and CW2 depart alternately from Queen St. Generally, people will take whichever leaves next. Its slow start is due to the lack of exposure but over time more people will know of it.Originally posted by sbst275:A review of 1 mth progress
Sv 160/ 170 - Still the lau da
Sv 950 - Can improve further*
CW1 - Too expensive, but assured of seats*
CW2 - Disappointing demand*
SJE - OK, still in the lead
*Bus have to wait at Checkpoint for at least 6 mins -
Certain parts of Yishun (Ave 2), Sembawang and Woodlands not so near to MRT stations, duplicating can help a bit to provide convenience for the people there.Originally posted by sbs&tibs:It is a bit duplicating. What's the point of building MRT when ppl prefer buses? -
No, cash payment is S$1.40 when 170 is S$1.30 when it is in Malaysia, 170 also uses in RM... CW1 does have seats, demand has reduced ever since 160 came in especiallyOriginally posted by The_Bus_Guide:What do you mean CW1 is too expensive? Fare is the same as 170. If you're comparing with EZ-link fares, it will be cheaper if you board from JB because you're paying in RM. And don't be too assured of seats unless you're first in line. SJE and CW2 depart alternately from Queen St. Generally, people will take whichever leaves next. Its slow start is due to the lack of exposure but over time more people will know of it. -
Has CW3/CW4 started running today? Does anyone know?
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This isn't exactly related to what is being discussed at the moment, but it still does apply to the main topic.
It seems that most, if not all, of the buses SBS uses for their Malaysia route are not exactly new buses. Some of these buses are even non-air-conditioned! I don't know how much good this would do to the image of Singapore buses... anyone agree?
Speaking of Malaysian buses, the next time I go to Malaysia I would try taking some photographs of these buses. I remember taking standing in front of some of the buses and taking photographs of them a few years ago when I was twelve, I think. By now the fleet of the various companies could have been renewed.
WJTW
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The buses currently on services 160 and 170 are MK3s. The previous fleet of MK2 WA NAC on service 170 was removed when the service converted from NAC to FAC in Nov 2001.Originally posted by WJTW:This isn't exactly related to what is being discussed at the moment, but it still does apply to the main topic.
It seems that most, if not all, of the buses SBS uses for their Malaysia route are not exactly new buses. Some of these buses are even non-air-conditioned! I don't know how much good this would do to the image of Singapore buses... anyone agree? -
I certainly do not agree. ALL SBS buses deployed on both Services 160 and 170 are AIR-CONDITIONED. Although they aren't new, the buses deployed on the cross-border services are arguably the most well-maintained SBS buses around. Talking about image of Singapore buses, I'll chop off my head if anyone says we are nowhere near JB buses' 'standards'.Originally posted by WJTW:This isn't exactly related to what is being discussed at the moment, but it still does apply to the main topic.
It seems that most, if not all, of the buses SBS uses for their Malaysia route are not exactly new buses. Some of these buses are even non-air-conditioned! I don't know how much good this would do to the image of Singapore buses... anyone agree?
WJTW
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They are the best MK III deployed... SBS still gets the lion share during the recent long holidays, they deployed out 60 buses but at certain hrs, it is not enough due to heavy jams... Sometimes, there are no trails of CW1 and 950 because of the jamOriginally posted by Superbus:I certainly do not agree. ALL SBS buses deployed on both Services 160 and 170 are AIR-CONDITIONED. Although they aren't new, the buses deployed on the cross-border services are arguably the most well-maintained SBS buses around. Talking about image of Singapore buses, I'll chop off my head if anyone says we are nowhere near JB buses' 'standards'. -
Sorry to burst your bubble, but AMDEP buses are the best-maintained of all the SBST fleet.Originally posted by Superbus:I certainly do not agree. ALL SBS buses deployed on both Services 160 and 170 are AIR-CONDITIONED. Although they aren't new, the buses deployed on the cross-border services are arguably the most well-maintained SBS buses around. Talking about image of Singapore buses, I'll chop off my head if anyone says we are nowhere near JB buses' 'standards'.
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Yah... But some VSO has migrated to BNDEPOriginally posted by SBS9818A:Sorry to burst your bubble, but AMDEP buses are the best-maintained of all the SBST fleet. -
So your point is?Originally posted by sbst275:Yah... But some VSO has migrated to BNDEP -
I think I knew of this earlier than you.Originally posted by sbst275:Yah... But some VSO has migrated to BNDEP -
where is kotaraya?
took the 950.. the after at malaysia side "chop" passport liaoz still need to board the 950 to kotaraya??? where to board sia? normally i will juz cont to walk str8 to city sq -
Kotaraya is the terminal of the former bus terminal before the bus terminal move to Larkin. It is along Jalan Trus and Jalan Gereja. From City Sq, walk across the overhead bridge at Jalan Wong Ah Fook, and go up the staircase beside Public Bank, go up the staircase, you will see Jalan Trus, turn right and walk for 200 m you will see Kotaraya terminal.Originally posted by n0_Nick:where is kotaraya?
took the 950.. the after at malaysia side "chop" passport liaoz still need to board the 950 to kotaraya??? where to board sia? normally i will juz cont to walk str8 to city sq
After you pass the malaysian immigration, you will see a underground tunnel entrance, look at the left side of the tunnel entrance, you will see a carpark for the Johor Customs officers, wait for the bus around there.
If you are using EzLink regardless you board 160, 170 or 950, and you continue your journey by walking, instead of continuing on bus, you will find your EzLink got deducted for the maximum fare.
Remember, if you get down at malaysian immgration for passprt clearance, your EzLink status is only "Ride Suspended", not deducting the correct fare. If you discontinue, your fare will be deducted at maximum value. Just like in Singapore, you get down the bus without tapping your EzLink card. -
Originally posted by PJ_Quek:
har.. neh neh serious ahz.. i always didnt know sia...
Kotaraya is the terminal of the former bus terminal before the bus terminal move to Larkin. It is along Jalan Trus and Jalan Gereja. [b]From City Sq, walk across the overhead bridge at Jalan Wong Ah Fook, and go up the staircase beside Public Bank, go up the staircase, you will see Jalan Trus, turn right and walk for 200 m you will see Kotaraya terminal.
After you pass the malaysian immigration, you will see a underground tunnel entrance, look at the left side of the tunnel entrance, you will see a carpark for the Johor Customs officers, wait for the bus around there.
If you are using EzLink regardless you board 160, 170 or 950, and you continue your journey by walking, instead of continuing on bus, you will find your EzLink got deducted for the maximum fare.
Remember, if you get down at malaysian immgration for passprt clearance, your EzLink status is only "Ride Suspended", not deducting the correct fare. If you discontinue, your fare will be deducted at maximum value. Just like in Singapore, you get down the bus without tapping your EzLink card.
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coz always cannot find where to board the bus....
but kotaraya near to city square mahz??? -
Another note, it is faster to walk to Kota Raya esp when Causeway has heavy jam.Originally posted by n0_Nick:where is kotaraya?
took the 950.. the after at malaysia side "chop" passport liaoz still need to board the 950 to kotaraya??? where to board sia? normally i will juz cont to walk str8 to city sq -
Okay.. some updates here..
SMRT 950 is now coming in frequently, especially on weekends when loads can shoot. Best timing so far is a 5min wait. Weekday loads on this svc no longer consist of only school students but also workers as well. Loads generally subside at night.
Take note: The school students mentioned here are those who go home late due to extra lessons and do not use only the BAS SEKOLAH buses which they use in the morning to get to school, just for the information of those who are unwary of the current situation and utters rubbish here.