Motorists heading from Singapore into Malaysia faced very heavy traffic at Woodlands Checkpoint on Friday morning, October 2, with the queue extending back to the Bukit Timah Expressway.
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority said at around 8:52 a.m. that departure traffic at Woodlands Checkpoint was very heavy, with the tailback reaching the BKE in the vicinity of Exit 10A.
Traffic monitoring also showed congestion along Woodlands Crossing and sections of the BKE leading toward the checkpoint. Despite the buildup on the Singapore side, traffic along the Causeway itself was reported to be moving smoothly at the time of the update.
Travellers planning to cross into Johor were advised to expect delays and check traffic conditions before beginning their journey. Motorists were also reminded to follow traffic laws, maintain lane discipline and comply with instructions from checkpoint officers.
The congestion comes as Woodlands Checkpoint continues to handle large volumes of travellers moving between Singapore and Malaysia. The checkpoint is one of Singapore’s two major land crossings and is regularly affected by traffic surges during peak travel periods.
Authorities have repeatedly advised travellers to consider travelling during non-peak periods when possible. During major travel periods, long queues can form when large numbers of vehicles arrive at the checkpoint at the same time.
Singapore has also been carrying out redevelopment works at Woodlands Checkpoint as part of a long-term effort to address congestion. The redevelopment is being implemented in phases over several years, with expanded facilities and changes to road access planned to improve traffic flow.
The BKE remains a key approach route for motorists travelling toward Woodlands Checkpoint, meaning congestion at the checkpoint can quickly spill back onto the expressway when departure traffic becomes heavy.
Motorists have also been warned against cutting queues or making unsafe manoeuvres in an attempt to bypass congestion. During the September school holidays, authorities caught 27 motorists for traffic offences at Woodlands Checkpoint, including queue cutting, crossing double white lines, illegal turns and stopping in ways that could create danger or obstruction.
The latest traffic buildup serves as another reminder for travellers to allow additional time when crossing the Singapore-Malaysia border, particularly during periods of elevated traffic volume.
For those heading to Johor on October 2, authorities recommend checking live traffic conditions before leaving and following the directions of traffic marshals and checkpoint officers to help keep vehicles moving safely.
