{"id":153557,"date":"2024-09-06T11:00:41","date_gmt":"2024-09-06T03:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=153557"},"modified":"2024-10-10T12:21:32","modified_gmt":"2024-10-10T04:21:32","slug":"rating-mrt-train-lines-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/rating-mrt-train-lines-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"This is the rail life: I became a train enthusiast for a day \u2013 here\u2019s how I\u2019d rate Singapore\u2019s MRT lines"},"content":{"rendered":"

I\u2019m not a patriotic girlie, but I\u2019ll give credit where it\u2019s due. Our public transport system<\/a>? It slaps so hard and deserves more recognition. Sure, there are times when we\u2019ve encountered vehicular breakdowns and had to jostle with the crowds during peak periods. Apart from that, everything operates smoothly. We\u2019ve got high-tech systems that make commuting easy for everyone, beautiful MRT stations<\/a> to gawk at, and scenic bus routes<\/a>. It doesn\u2019t get any better than this.<\/p>\n

When I\u2019m not a passenger princess<\/a>, I take the train to travel around the island. It\u2019s convenient, fast, and comfortable. I may not be a train otaku per se, but I\u2019m glad our government relented to past president Ong Teng Cheong\u2019s insistence on implementing the system. And look where we are today! Six MRT lines so far, with a couple more under construction.<\/p>\n

So I decided to put on my train otaku hat, conquer Singapore\u2019s MRT lines (sorry LRTs, it\u2019s not your time in the spotlight), and rate them based on a few factors: smell (do the carriages have that particular odour commuters love to hate?), sound (how loud can the announcements be?), comfort (will I fall off the seats?), ambience, and overall train experience. Here are my findings\u2026<\/p>\n

Rating Singapore\u2019s six MRT train lines<\/h2>\n

East-West Line: The overlooked geriatric millennial is still standing tall<\/h3>\n
\"East-West
Hurray for new trains on Singapore’s old(er) MRT lines! Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

My journey starts at Tampines<\/a> on the green line. The East-West line has been around since 1989, making her out to be in her mid-30s. That\u2019s when you\u2019re pretty much settled with where and how you are in life. I count my lucky stars that the train I got on is the newer version, as the green line is still slow in rolling these out.<\/p>\n

Initial thoughts? The new cabins are bright and spacious, which is a given as they\u2019ve reduced the number of seats to prioritise those on wheelchairs<\/a> and other mobility devices. There\u2019s the \u201cnew train\u201d scent \u2013 some people might find it offensive, though I don\u2019t see (or smell) anything wrong with it. However, the announcements are a little loud. I could hear them through my noise-cancelling earbuds! The inter-carriage connectors are a little squeaky, but after a while, they\u2019re like white noise you pay no heed to.<\/p>\n

I observed that the new train pulls up slower on the platforms with a slight delay when the doors open. Those in a rush, do take note. It\u2019s a gentle reminder to take it easy!<\/p>\n

Overall, I feel like I\u2019m off to a strong start. Despite the squeaks, it\u2019s a quiet, untroubled ride. The seats are pretty comfy, though they\u2019re smooth \u2013 you might fall off if you\u2019re not careful. I appreciate the modern train map above the doors, making it easy to know where we are. P.S. Something needs to be done with the lighting in the train stations. The yellow hues make them look dated.<\/p>\n

Total train of thought:<\/strong> A decent 7 out of 10 carriages. But it\u2019s a guessing game to see if you get the new or older trains (you know, the ones with the funky smell).<\/p>\n

Circle Line: So much for being a \u201ccircle\u201d<\/h3>\n
\"Circle
Next time you’re at Bras Basah MRT station, look up and admire the water covered glass roof. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I get off at Paya Lebar<\/a> and walk to the \u201cCircle<\/a>\u201d Line. Fun fact: Did you know the line is actually orange on the map? Yes, it\u2019s a Mandela effect where everyone assumes the colour is yellow. Check the official website!<\/p>\n

An interesting smell permeates my nose after I settle into the train. Again, it\u2019s neither good nor bad, but compared to the green line\u2019s new carriages, the scent is giving old and mouldy. The train announcements are loud, yet they also sound muffled. It feels like the drivers turned the volume up but covered the speakers with a cloth. However, they sound softer at the train stations. Someone needs to implement standard decibels throughout. Speaking of sound, the train ride is too noisy for my liking. Is it because the yellow<\/del> orange line is underground?<\/p>\n

Judging by the lighting and the train map above the doors, I’m guessing I got the older train. I had to rely on the (booming) announcements and the electronic banners in the middle of the carriages to know where I was. So if you\u2019re one of those who gets lost in your phone or book, pay close attention! Or have a friend who\u2019ll let you know when you gotta get off.<\/p>\n

Oh, and another thing: the seats are a little cramped for my liking. Not saying that I have a big butt (I wish!), but I felt like an orange squeezed on the juicer. Not very mindful, Circle Line.<\/p>\n

Total train of thought:<\/strong> 6\/10. It\u2019s time to roll out the new trains, SMRT. Also, why is Bishan MRT station crowded on a weekday afternoon?<\/p>\n

Downtown Line: One of the best (bias notwithstanding)<\/h3>\n
\"Downtown
Going down Bencoolen is like journeying to the earth’s centre. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Now, as someone who\u2019s sung praises about the Downtown Line since its launch, I\u2019ll do my best to set aside my bias. So let\u2019s start with the things I\u2019m not fond of, shall we? Firstly, the blue line operates underground, so there\u2019s that loud, roaring noise when the train is on the move. Also, despite the bright interior, I\u2019m not keen on the white fluorescent lights. It feels a bit clinical, tbh.<\/p>\n

Because the train is relatively new, it boasts the modern train map above the doors. This means I can play mobile games or read a book and periodically look up to see which station I\u2019m at. I also appreciate the announcements from the speakers \u2013 they\u2019re not too loud to the point where they\u2019re intrusive, but also not too soft that you have to take your earphones out to hear them. The seats feel flatter, so you don\u2019t risk falling off.<\/p>\n

Despite plenty of people getting on and off the train, everyone isn\u2019t packed like sardines. It\u2019s a comfortable ride where I still have some personal space to fidget and won\u2019t worry that I\u2019ll bump into another commuter. Pro tip: get to the front of the train so that you can see it heading to the next destination. It\u2019s an excellent spot to distract the little ones (or yourself) and snap some cool photos. (The glass isn\u2019t clean, but I\u2019ll overlook this part.)<\/p>\n

Total train of thought:<\/strong> 8 for you, blue! Even though the Downtown Line has been around for a decade, it still feels brand new.<\/p>\n

North East Line: You need help<\/h3>\n
\"North-East
Sorry not sorry Ms Purple, you’re not in the running to become Singapore’s top MRT train line. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

My train enthusiast journey resumes after a lovely lunch at Tekka Centre<\/a>. The purple line feels vintage yet cheery at the same time. If I had to guess, it\u2019s probably because of the colour SMRT chose. Don\u2019t you agree? But the happiness stops there.<\/p>\n

The ride feels bumpy, with the train tending to swerve unexpectedly at times. Look, I know F1 season is coming soon, but that doesn\u2019t mean commuters have to experience that on public transport too! I lost track of how often I was swaying side to side like Ariana Grande. Comfort level? It\u2019s below the ground at this point. It\u2019s also very noisy \u2013 I could hardly hear anything apart from the tracks. This drowns out the announcements, unfortunately. It feels like I lost my hearing on the North East Line. On the bright side, I appreciate the speakers’ Chinese translations of the train stations. It\u2019s a win for the older generation.<\/p>\n

What else is there? There\u2019s a delay before the doors open. It\u2019s probably an older train since only static graphic maps are in the carriages. Oh, and don\u2019t bother going to the front of the train. It\u2019s blocked, so you don\u2019t get to see where it\u2019s headed. I also question the curved seats. Is this an intentional design element? I have so many questions now. SBS Transit, you have a lot of explaining to do\u2026<\/p>\n

Total train of thought:<\/strong> An unfortunate 5. That\u2019s why I hardly take this line.<\/p>\n

North South Line: Get the best of both worlds\u2026 kinda<\/h3>\n
\"North-South
Check out these cute glass murals at Canberra MRT station! Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Later on, I transfer to the red line at Bishan<\/a>. After getting on the (old) train, I notice the air-conditioning is almost non-existent. There\u2019s also that funky smell. Is my journey taking a turn for the worse after the haphazard ride on the North East Line? I shudder to think.<\/p>\n

On the bright side, this line is largely above ground so commuters can appreciate the lovely outdoor views. I get off at Canberra, which opened in 2019, to admire the beautiful MRT station<\/a>. The glass murals are adorable! While waiting at the platform, I cross my fingers hoping to get a better, more comfortable train. And it looks like my prayers have been answered\u2026<\/p>\n

Even though it\u2019s new-ish, there\u2019s none of that \u201ctrain smell\u201d in the carriage. Thank goodness! I felt cool air blasting at me during my commute; the air-conditioning was only slightly better than my previous ride. The good thing is that the announcements aren\u2019t too loud, making the commute more pleasant. I spotted the modern maps above the doors again, and at this point, I\u2019m pleased that the new trains have this. The seats are pretty decent too.<\/p>\n

Total train of thought:<\/strong> After averaging both rides, I\u2019d say the red line deserves a 6.5\/10. She\u2019s still (and forever) the doyenne of our MRT system.<\/p>\n

Thomson-East Coast Line: The new standard others should aspire to be<\/h3>\n
\"Thomson-East
Who doesn’t love Singapore’s new MRT train line? Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It\u2019s been a long day, and I\u2019m getting tired. But there\u2019s one more line to conquer: the Thomson-East Coast Line<\/a>. I don\u2019t know about you, but I\u2019m still trying to wrap my head around the colour SMRT picked for this line. Why brown? I\u2019m not a fan. But hey, I\u2019m not part of the team responsible for this decision. SMRT, please hire me to work in your aesthetics department.<\/p>\n

Shade aside, I\u2019m pretty excited about the brown line. It\u2019s the newest among the six, so my expectations are pretty high. Luckily, I\u2019m not disappointed. The train stations are massive! They\u2019re bright and spacious; it feels like I\u2019m exploring Singapore\u2019s hidden caves. I\u2019m deducting points for the numbered exits instead of following the alphabet convention. Why do they have to change a good thing?<\/p>\n

I let out a gasp as I got on the train. It\u2019s brightly lit and the colourful seats are a joy to look at. I plop my butt down and immediately feel comfortable. Of course, there\u2019s the new train scent, but I\u2019m willing to overlook it. Compared to the other lines, the announcements here sound young and updated. Will they be rolling this version out soon? Even though it\u2019s nearing the end of the day when I\u2019m on the train, the carriage is unsurprisingly not crowded. My journey is smooth and quiet.<\/p>\n

Total train of thought:<\/strong> A solid 9\/10. I\u2019m willing to revise it if they decide to change the exits to alphabets.<\/p>\n

All\u2019s fair in love and Singapore\u2019s MRT train lines<\/h3>\n
\"Rating
This is the rail life. Photography: Sufyan Saad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

After a full day of MRT-hopping, one thing\u2019s clear: every line\u2019s got its own vibe, quirks, and character, just like us commuters. Sure, a few lines are due for a glow-up (I\u2019m looking at you, Ms Purple), and others can dial down the announcements, but hey, it\u2019s all part of the train experience.<\/p>\n

Now let\u2019s be real \u2013 Singaporeans love to gripe about crowded trains, minor delays, and that all-too-familiar \u201ctrain smell,\u201d but our MRT system is a gem compared to what other cities have to offer. Ever squeezed onto a London<\/a> Tube during rush hour? Or braved the New York subway, where delays are the norm and cleanliness is a myth? Tokyo<\/a>\u2019s punctuality may be legendary, but it comes with peak-hour squishiness that puts sardine cans to shame. Love it or hate it, Singapore\u2019s MRT train lines are a pretty sweet deal with their cool, clean, and largely reliable service.<\/p>\n

So, the next time you\u2019re zipping through town, take a second to soak it all in. I\u2019m talking about the good, the funky, and the slightly squeaky. Because getting from point A to B isn\u2019t just about speed or destination \u2013 it\u2019s about embracing the journey. Remember what the Dim Sum Dollies previously said<\/del> screeched on the train announcements? Love your ride!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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