How long does it take from Aljunied to Esplanade by metro?

The journey from Aljunied to Esplanade takes approximately 25 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 7.41 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Aljunied to Esplanade?

The token fare from Aljunied to Esplanade is S$1.86. With a smart card the fare is S$1.76 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$1.76.

Which platform at Aljunied for Esplanade?

At Aljunied, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Tuas Link. Look for the electronic board showing "Tuas Link".

What is the last train from Aljunied to Esplanade?

The last train from Aljunied towards Tuas Link departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Esplanade back towards Aljunied departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Aljunied to Esplanade?

There are 3 stops between Aljunied and Esplanade on the East-West Line. The stations are: Aljunied, Bugis.

Aljunied To Esplanade

ShortestShortest Route

Aljunied

Platform 1·elevated·East-West LineTowards Tuas Link

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Bugis

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.88 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00

interchange Bugis — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

Bugis

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Promenade

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00

interchange Promenade — 5 min

Platform 3 · Circle Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Promenade

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Esplanade

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.06 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

7.41 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Aljunied	05:00	23:00	Towards Tuas Link
Esplanade	05:00	23:00	Towards Aljunied

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

S$1.86

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$1.76

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$1.76

Save S$0.1 per ride

Use your Singapore MRT smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.00 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.46 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~30 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$54

Auto

S$118

Cab

S$214

Estimates for 7.41 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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East-West Line

Departure station

Aljunied

elevated

Aljunied, Singapore

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Esplanade

underground

Esplanade, Singapore

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water