Tired of getting stuck in traffic? These could be your best bets to get a break.

Dragging yourself out of bed on Monday mornings is tough enough, but dragging yourself through heavy traffic is, well, a drag too. Plus, you really don’t want to deal with others who are also rushing for their 9am meeting or play carpark musical chairs, do you? And at the end of a long day at work, it can be hard to keep your focus on the road if it’s a long crawl home.

Why not try these other ways to skip the jam instead?

Here are three alternatives, including opting for greener modes of travel as we celebrate World Car-Free Day 2025 this coming September!

#1:  Take public transport

Leaving your car at home and hopping into a train or bus is a very popular option. It may reduce your waiting times, and you can enjoy some added me-time compared to waiting it out in your car. We’ve got six Public Transport Hacks for the Busy Working Professional for a more comfortable and quicker ride to boot.

And taking the bus is as good an option, as buses run more frequently. Dedicated bus lanes on busy roads will also ensure your way is clear.

On a Friday or Saturday night, there’s no need to join the squeeze on the roads with all the other party people heading to town. A train ride is fast, smooth and dependable, so you can meet your friends on time and arrive in a better mood too. You could easily save half an hour, for example, taking the MRT from Tampines to Orchard Road and not having to prowl the carparks for an empty lot. (A bonus for the party folk is having that second cocktail, since you won’t be driving home after!)

With new train stations opening and additional new bus routes available, the case for switching to public transport is more compelling than ever.

You could not only save time but save money and save the planet, too.

#2: Embrace a different mindset

Why not think of your commute as a means of achieving a healthier lifestyle, by making it part of your exercise routine? We’re talking about switching to cycling or walking as an alternative way of getting to work or home!

Get those endorphins flowing and simply leave the stress of driving behind by Moving Lite.

Whether it’s your first time trying out a cycling route or if you’re a seasoned cyclist, here are 7 Ways to Look Sharp, Cycle Safe & Have a Smoother Ride as you share the paths with other pedestrians and fellow active mobility users.

#3: Avoid peak hours

None of us looks forward to the morning rush to work between 8am and 9am and the homeward surge from 6pm. Take a deep breath. Working from home may not be feasible every day anymore, but many companies are open to the idea of flexible work practices. Discuss tweaking your timetable with your boss so that you come in and leave the office before the rest of Singapore does.

A further incentive might entice those living along the North East Line (NEL) — re-time your journeys or switch from train to express bus, and save up to a whopping 80% off your fare! Check out the perks of Travel Smart Journeys when you tap in during specified periods at certain NEL stations or catch eligible peak hour express bus services.

Join us this September for World Car-Free Day 2025 and refresh your journeys towards a greener, healthier lifestyle! Check out these exciting events and car-lite activities happening near you, while making the most of walking, cycling, and taking public transport.

So, start planning, be adventurous, and may the flow be with you.

Happy World-Car Free Day!