Singapore's cycling path network has grown from roughly 440 km in early 2020 to more than 1,000 km by the start of 2026. The expansion is primarily driven by the Islandwide Cycling Network (ICN) programme, which the Land Transport Authority (LTA) launched with an estimated budget exceeding S$1 billion. The stated target is 1,300 km of connected cycling paths by 2030, with all Housing & Development Board (HDB) towns linked to MRT stations, bus interchanges, and everyday amenities such as schools and shopping centres.
How the Network Is Organised
Two separate but overlapping systems make up the rideable infrastructure across the island:
Islandwide Cycling Network (ICN)
Managed by the LTA, the ICN focuses on last-mile connectivity within and between HDB towns. These paths are typically coated with a skid-resistant surface and coloured terracotta red for easy identification. At high-interaction zones near bus stops and pedestrian crossings, "SLOW" markings and speed-regulating strips are installed. By the end of 2023, every HDB town had at least a basic cycling path network. The current phase concentrates on filling gaps in towns such as Bukit Batok, Bukit Merah, Clementi, Geylang, and Hougang.
Park Connector Network (PCN)
Operated by the National Parks Board (NParks), the PCN links parks, reservoirs, and nature reserves through a series of shared paths. These routes are popular with recreational cyclists and are fully open to power-assisted bicycles (PABs). The Eastern Coastal Park Connector and the Northern Explorer Loop are among the most frequently used stretches for longer weekend rides.
Cycling paths in Singapore feature clear lane demarcation and terracotta red surfaces for visibility.
What Changed in July 2025: Pedestrian-Only Paths
On 1 July 2025, the LTA began converting footpaths that run directly alongside dedicated cycling paths into Pedestrian-Only Paths. Bicycles, PABs, and all personal mobility devices are no longer permitted on these converted footpaths, even at low speed. Offenders face fines of up to S$2,000 or imprisonment of up to three months.
Standalone footpaths and shared paths that are not adjacent to a dedicated cycling lane remain unaffected. You can identify a Pedestrian-Only Path by physical markings: pedestrian logos and "Pedestrians-Only" wording painted on the surface. The practical takeaway for commuters is straightforward — if a cycling path exists beside a footpath, riders must use the cycling path exclusively.
Where You Can and Cannot Ride
| Surface Type | Bicycles | PABs (E-Bikes) | Speed Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public roads (excl. expressways) | Allowed | Allowed | Road speed |
| Dedicated cycling path | Allowed | Allowed | 25 km/h |
| Shared path (dotted red border) | Allowed | Allowed | 25 km/h |
| Park Connector (PCN) | Allowed | Allowed | 25 km/h |
| Footpath | Allowed | Not allowed | 10 km/h (bicycles) |
| Pedestrian-Only Path (from Jul 2025) | Not allowed | Not allowed | — |
| Expressway / road tunnel | Not allowed | Not allowed | — |
On-Road Cycling Lanes
For riders who prefer road cycling, the Tanah Merah Coast Road has featured a dedicated on-road cycling lane since its expansion in 2017. Additionally, West Camp Road operates a Sunday Cycling Lane each week, closed to private cars from 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM (buses continue to run). Both options cater to more experienced cyclists comfortable sharing road space with motor vehicles.
Route Planning: Practical Tips
Gaps still exist in the cycling path network, particularly where a PCN segment ends before the next one begins. Riding on a footpath is only legal for non-motorised bicycles (not PABs) and only where no Pedestrian-Only Path designation applies. If you encounter a dead end, dismounting and walking is the legally compliant approach.
Two government-backed digital tools can help with route planning ahead of time:
- OneMap (onemap.gov.sg) — includes cycling path layers that show completed and planned routes across the island.
- MyTransport.SG app — the Cycling SG feature identifies connected cycling paths and highlights potential gaps before you set out.
Road Repurposing Projects
The Ministry of Transport, working with the LTA, has begun converting selected road spaces into footpaths, cycling paths, and bus lanes. Completed projects include stretches at Choa Chu Kang Terrace, Havelock Road, Kampung Admiralty, Tiong Bahru, and Yung Sheng Road. These conversions reduce motor vehicle lanes in favour of active mobility, a pattern that will likely continue as the ICN programme matures.
Cycling path in a Singapore housing estate, part of the expanding ICN programme.
Looking Ahead: 2026 to 2030
The LTA estimates that 8 in 10 HDB residents are now within a few minutes' walk of a cycling path. The remaining focus areas include inter-town connectors and integrating cycling infrastructure with new housing developments such as Tengah and Bidadari. By 2030, the 1,300 km target should bring comprehensive coverage to every residential area in Singapore, making the bicycle a genuinely practical mode of daily transport rather than purely a weekend recreation option.
Sources: LTA ICN Factsheet (March 2020), Ministry of Transport Active Mobility Infrastructure (updated January 2026), Wikipedia: Cycling in Singapore