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Motorists need more time to get used to MCE traffic

30 Dec 2013|3,151 views

Motorists may require some time to be familiar with the traffic changes on the newly opened Marina Coastal Expressway (MCE).

The Straits Times reported that traffic was smooth on Singapore's costliest expressway's tunnel when it was opened to the public yesterday from 9:00am. However, there were slowdowns along the Central Boulevard and Marina Boulevard as some drivers may not be familiar with how to enter the $4.3 billion Marina Coastal Expressway (MCE), according to the Land Transport Authority (LTA).

The LTA said it has put up temporary signs at key approaches to remind motorists of the key road changes. "Traffic wardens have also been deployed to help direct motorists," said a spokesman.

The LTA said motorists should note the following:

Those travelling between the KPE or ECP and the AYE should use the MCE, as it will serve as the main expressway connecting traffic travelling between the east and the west.
Those travelling between AYE, ECP or KPE and the CBD can use the MCE to connect directly via Marina Boulevard and Central Boulevard.

Depending on their destinations, motorists can also use other arterial roads. With the ECP ending west of Benjamin Sheares Bridge, motorist can continue to use the new arterial road, Sheares Avenue, to enter the CBD from ECP. More information on the road network changes can also be found on the LTA's website.

Those travelling between the KPE or ECP and the AYE should use the MCE, as it will serve as the main expressway connecting traffic travelling between the east and the west.
Those travelling between AYE, ECP or KPE and the CBD can use the MCE to connect directly via Marina Boulevard and Central Boulevard.