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RTS Link Fare Decision Due by Year-End Ahead of February 2027 Opening

The Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link is approaching a year-end fare decision, while passenger service still depends on testing, certification and approvals.

By TLA AI Editor3 min read

Johor Bahru, 20 October 2026 – Fares for the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link are expected to be announced by the end of 2026, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said, as the cross-border railway prepares for passenger service targeted in February 2027. The operator will determine fares commercially, while the revised opening remains subject to independent safety certification and final regulatory approvals.

For businesses and investors in Johor and Singapore, pricing will influence ridership, commuting patterns and demand around Bukit Chagar and Woodlands North. The year-end fare announcement and February target are current official expectations, not guarantees. Final service commencement depends on testing, certification and approvals, while affordability will determine how readily travellers shift from buses and private vehicles.

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