The Outer Ring Road System (ORRS) is a network of major roads that forms a 'ring' along the outer areas of the city. It provides an alternative route for motorists to travel between the east and west of Singapore without going through the city. Hence, it helps to reduce the traffic volume on city-bound roads.

The ORRS network includes Queensway, Farrer Road, Adam Road, Lornie Road, Braddell Road, Bartley Road, Eunos Link and Still Road. It is extensively linked to expressways and other arterial roads, allowing motorists to get from one traffic route to another easily.

The roads along the ORRS are being upgraded to provide smoother travelling. The upgrading started in 1994 at two junctions along Farrer Road and is carried out in stages at other locations to minimise disruption to traffic.

The road upgrading along ORRS at Farrer Road will be completed by end 2010 in line with the completion of Circle Line Stage 4 Farrer Road MRT Station construction. The pedestrian overhead bridge in front of Empress Road Market and the adjacent bus stop beside Spanish Village were completed and opened to the public in mid February 2010. The pedestrian overhead bridge along Farrer Road, in front of Blk 2 will be upgraded together with the road widening works.

Once completed, the ORRS will ease traffic flow and provide motorists with a smooth route to travel across the island and bypass the city.

Last Updated: 22 April 2010