SingBUS - Bus arrival info & alerts

SingBUS is a straightforward application that offers quick access to estimated bus arrival times and service details for buses operated by SBS Transit, SMRT, Tower Transit, and Go-Ahead Singapore.

Features:

- Easy access to the estimated times of bus arrivals.

- Display only the bus services you are interested in for a more streamlined experience.

- Road index feature to help you find bus services organized by road.

- A "Where is my next bus?" option that allows you to find the next bus based on the number of stops away.

- Provides a map showing the location of the next bus.

- A “View by queue” feature for checking bus arrival schedules.

- Notifications when your bus is about to arrive and reminders to get off at your destination stop.

- The "Journeys" feature enables you to see all stops along your route at once.

- Integration with the SingCARD app for managing your EZ-Link card balance.

- Automatic updates for bus arrival times.

- Automatically selects the closest bus stop for convenience.

- Option to save your favorite bus stops as bookmarks.

- Customizable settings to tailor the app to your liking.

- Available in both English and Chinese languages.

SingBUS is a FREE application supported by advertisements.

SingBUS: The App That Turned My Bus Wait From Sweaty Ordeal to Zen Moment

As someone who spent years frantically refreshing clunky transport apps while tropical downpours soaked my shoes, discovering SingBUS felt like finding air-conditioned salvation at a dusty bus stop. That first time I saw my bus materialize as a pulsing dot on the map—exactly 1.3km away—while the app whispered “8 minutes, 3 stops” in clean numerals, I nearly hugged my phone. Suddenly, Singapore’s chaos had rhythm: I’d order kopi knowing Bus 154 would glide in just as the last sip cooled, or trigger the “alight reminder” before dozing off on late-night rides home. The magic isn’t just accuracy; it’s the elegance. 

Favoriting my grandma’s stop so it glows gold on the map, watching “Queue View” predict boarding crowds before the bus even appears, or silencing all but Service 70 when rushing to Jurong—it’s urban choreography in your palm. And during monsoon madness? Seeing that crimson “DELAYED” tag early meant ducking into a hawker centre rather than drowning helplessly. This tiny free app didn’t just track buses—it gifted me back hours of life, one stress-free commute at a time.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How accurate are the “stops away” predictions?

A: Near real-time GPS magic—typically within 10-30 sec accuracy. Rush hour may add 1-2 stops buffer.

Q: Does it drain battery/data aggressively?

A: Sips data (5MB/hour max). Enable battery saver mode in settings to reduce background refresh.

Q: Can I use it without SingCARD/EZ-Link integration?

A: Absolutely! Balance check is optional. Core tracking works standalone.

Q: How reliable are heavy rain alerts?

A: Triggers automatically during NEA downpour warnings—gives 15-20 min heads-up for delays.

Q: “Queue view” vs. standard view—difference?

A: Queue view organizes buses by arrival order (e.g., “1st bus: 7 min, 2nd bus: 12 min”). Perfect for avoiding packed buses!

Q: Language toggle for tourists?

A: Yes! Settings > Language swaps all UI/notifications between English/Chinese instantly.

Q: Favorite stops limit?

A: Save up to 20 stops. Pro tip: Tag home/work/regular meetups for one-tap access.

Q: Ads intrusive?

A: Small banners only—never full-screen or video ads. Paid ad-free version coming late 2024.

Q: Works on Pulau Ubin/Sentosa?

A: Covers all public bus services island-wide—including Sentosa shuttle buses!

Q: Offline functionality?

A: Limited. Saves favorited stops/routes, but real-time tracking requires internet.