How long does it take from Bayfront to Bishan by metro?

The journey from Bayfront to Bishan takes approximately 44 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 16.89 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bayfront to Bishan?

The token fare from Bayfront to Bishan 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 Bayfront for Bishan?

At Bayfront, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Bukit Panjang. Look for the electronic board showing "Bukit Panjang".

What is the last train from Bayfront to Bishan?

The last train from Bayfront towards Bukit Panjang departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bishan back towards Bayfront departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bayfront to Bishan?

There are 7 stops between Bayfront and Bishan on the Downtown Line. The stations are: Bayfront, Promenade, Bugis.

Bayfront To Bishan

ShortestShortest Route

Bayfront

Platform 2·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Promenade

orange interchange

+5.01 min

5.01 min · 2.48 km

Bugis

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.95 km

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

interchange Bugis — 5 min

Platform 3 · East-West Line ·Platform 1 Towards Pasir Ris

+5 min

Bugis

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Aljunied

+5.74 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Paya Lebar

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated5.76 km

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

interchange Paya Lebar — 5 min

Platform 1 · Circle Line ·Platform 3 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Paya Lebar

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

MacPherson

blue interchange

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Serangoon

purple interchange

+8.5 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Bishan

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground6.18 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

44 min

Total time

stops

16.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bayfront	05:00	23:00	Towards Bukit Panjang
Bishan	05:30	00:00	Towards Bayfront

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

2.28 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.05 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~68 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$112

Auto

S$232

Cab

S$422

Estimates for 16.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Downtown Line

Departure station

Bayfront

underground

Bayfront, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bishan

elevated

Bishan, Singapore

Weekdays: 05:30 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Bishan exit A· Junction 8♿

Bishan exit B· Junction 8♿

Bishan exit C· Junction 8♿

Bishan exit D· Junction 8♿

Tap in and out with an EZ-Link or SimplyGo card; eating and drinking are not allowed on trains.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store