How can I enjoy lower morning pre-peak fares?

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The fare formula is used to determine the amount of fare changes (fare adjustment quantum) for the year during the annual are Fare Review Exercise. It reflects key cost drivers such as manpower costs, energy costs and the general operating costs of providing public transport services. The fare adjustment quantum for the year, as derived from the formula, together with any deferred fare adjustment quantum from previous fare review exercise (if any), will form the maximum allowable fare adjustment quantum that can be granted. PTC puts a cap on the amount fare changes that can be granted each year, ensuring that fare adjustments – if any – are reasonable and protect the interests of commuters and keep pace with cost changes in the industry.
Commuters can make multiple rail transfers (by tapping out and tapping back in to the rail network) within a single journey without incurring any additional boarding charges. Transfers between two different rail stations have to be made within 15 minutes, and 45 minutes for transfers between bus and rail.
The Government remains committed to provide support for households that may require assistance in coping with the fare adjustment. Therefore, the Government will utilise the Public Transport Fund to make available PTVs worth $50 each to resident households with a monthly household income per person of not more than $1,600. This matches the highest quantum of PTVs that we have given. This will help to cushion the impact of the fare increase on lower-income households.
Commuters who require more help to cope with the fare adjustment may approach their Community Centres/Clubs for assistance, and SimplyGo Ticket Offices/Ticketing Service Centres for information on the various concession schemes available.
PTC ensures fare affordability by keeping a close watch over the Public Transport Affordability Indicator (PTAI), which measures the proportion of monthly household income spent on public transport for the second quintile and second decile income groups. On top of that, PTC also monitors public sentiments on affordability by gathering public feedback through public engagement sessions and surveys. PTC also monitors international comparisons on fare affordability
From 2013 to 2022, the percentage of household income spent on public transport for the average income commuter (second quintile income households) and lower-income commuters (second decile income households) has fallen from 3.1% to 2.4% and 2.2% to 1.7% respectively. The PTAI for 2023 is expected to be similar to 2022.