F1 Road Closures In Singapore: Road Diversions, Extended Train Services, Bus Route Changes & More To Know To Get Around During The Singapore Grand Prix
Road closures, bus route changes, extended MRT hours, cab surcharges and everything else you need to know.
The Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2025 is taking place from Oct 3-5 on our sunny shores. And yes, it’s that time of the year where there will be road closures around Marina Centre and the Padang. This year, roads in the area will be closed from Oct 1-7 to get the roads ready for the race.
Whether you’re a diehard motorhead heading to the race to see the likes of Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris and Max Verstappen burn rubber on track, or you're a non-fan trying to avoid getting stuck in a maze of diversions, plan your journey with this handy guide.
F1 road closures in Singapore 2025: Dates, routes, bus diversions, and other details to know
When is the Singapore Grand Prix? Oct 3-5, 2025. Limited tickets are still available on the Singapore GP website.
When do road closures start? Road closures start from 12.01am on Oct 1.
When does it end? All roads will be fully accessible by 5.30am on Oct 7.
#1: Which roads will be closed for the F1 weekend from Oct 1-7?
From Oct 1 at 5.30am, there will be gradual road closures around the Marina Centre and Padang vicinities, with some roads reopening temporarily during certain hours. View the full schedule and more info here.
Some car parks will also be closed during this time. These are: Car parks at Singapore Flyer, Esplanade, Singapore Recreation Club, Singapore Cricket Club, and Empress Place area.
These car parks remain open, though they may be subject to road diversions: Car parks at Suntec City, Marina Square and Millenia Walk will remain open (subject to availability).
#2: What are the best ways to get to the Singapore Grand Prix and around the Marina Centre area during the F1 race in Singapore?
Your best bet is to take public transport between Oct 1-7 if you’re heading to the area or the race circuit.
If you’re taking a taxi or a private hire vehicle, these vehicles will be allowed in the Marina Centre area at all times, except while the F1 races are underway from Oct 3-5.
You may be met with road diversions when you’re trying to walk from the MRT station to various venues. Google Maps may or may not reflect these changes.
#3: What are the extended hours for MRT and some buses during F1 race weekend in Singapore?
While it's more convenient to take the MRT or bus, as opposed to taxis and private hire cars, there are still bus route diversions and other things to take note of.
Extended hours for MRT services
Trust us when we say the MRT is the most fuss-free way to get in and out of the race circuit. F1 ticketholders can refer here to find out which MRT station is closest to their designated gates. Train services will be extended on race days to facilitate the dispersal of F1 crowds:
Last train for NSL and EWL MRT services Oct 3-5
- Oct 3 (Fri): 12.30am
- Oct 4 (Sat) and Oct 5 (Sun): 1am
Also extended are operating hours for other train lines (excluding Changi Airport services), as well as selected bus services that connect from MRT stations.
For more info, go to https://go.gov.sg/f1.
