How long does it take from Bayfront to Tiong Bahru by metro?

The journey from Bayfront to Tiong Bahru takes approximately 34 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 11.83 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bayfront to Tiong Bahru?

The token fare from Bayfront to Tiong Bahru 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 Bayfront for Tiong Bahru?

At Bayfront, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Expo. Look for the electronic board showing "Expo".

What is the last train from Bayfront to Tiong Bahru?

The last train from Bayfront towards Expo departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Tiong Bahru back towards Bayfront departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bayfront to Tiong Bahru?

There are 5 stops between Bayfront and Tiong Bahru on the Downtown Line. The stations are: Bayfront, Downtown, Telok Ayer, Chinatown.

Bayfront To Tiong Bahru

ShortestShortest Route

Bayfront

Platform 1·underground·Downtown LineTowards Expo

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

Downtown

+4.99 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Telok Ayer

+9.98 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Chinatown

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.41 km

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

interchange Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 3 · North East Line ·Platform 1 Towards HarbourFront

+5 min

Chinatown

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Outram Park

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.54 km

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

interchange Outram Park — 5 min

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

+5 min

Outram Park

purple interchange

Platform 1·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Tiong Bahru

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.88 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

11.83 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bayfront	05:00	23:00	Towards Expo
Tiong Bahru	05:00	23:00	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$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

1.60 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.73 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~47 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$80

Auto

S$172

Cab

S$310

Estimates for 11.83 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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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

Tiong Bahru

underground

Tiong Bahru, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water