Most said they were sticking with their normal travel patterns for now, while a handful said they would consider starting their city bound commute earlier in the coming days to take advantage of the free travel perk.
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While some have said they are willing to give the free MRT rides a try, others are hoping their bosses offer more flexible work arrangements for them to benefit.
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Only 2 out of 50 commuters polled by The Straits Times said they woke up earlier to take advantage of the free rides.
Cost savings were also on commuters' minds, with some saying that they can halve their monthly transport expenses. One commuter said she can donate her savings to charity.
Today marks the first day of the free peak hour MRT ride trial which the Government is spending $10 million on to offer free and discounted train rides in the hopes of easing early morning congestion in city-bound MRTs.
Those who tap out at any of the 16 stations involved in the trial before 7.45am will get free rides. Those who tap out between 7.45am and 8am will get 50-cents discount.
The 16 stations are those in the city area, including Raffles Place, Tanjong Pagar and Bugis.