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

The journey from Aljunied to Orchard takes approximately 32 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 13.53 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Aljunied to Orchard?

The token fare from Aljunied to Orchard is S$2.11. With a smart card the fare is S$2.01 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$2.01.

Which platform at Aljunied for Orchard?

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 Orchard?

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

How many stops from Aljunied to Orchard?

There are 5 stops between Aljunied and Orchard on the East-West Line. The stations are: Aljunied, Bugis, City Hall.

Aljunied To Orchard

ShortestShortest Route

Aljunied

Platform 1·elevated·East-West LineTowards Tuas Link

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

Bugis

blue interchange

+5.74 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

City Hall

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.76 km

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

interchange City Hall — 5 min

Platform 3 · North-South Line ·Platform 1 Towards Jurong East

+5 min

City Hall

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Dhoby Ghaut

purple interchangeorange interchange

+5.21 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Somerset

+10.42 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Orchard

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.77 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

32 min

Total time

stops

13.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Aljunied	05:00	23:00	Towards Tuas Link
Orchard	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$2.11

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$2.01

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$2.01

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

1.83 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.84 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~54 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$92

Auto

S$192

Cab

S$348

Estimates for 13.53 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

Orchard

underground

Orchard, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water