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

The journey from Bedok to Esplanade takes approximately 37 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 13.18 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bedok to Esplanade?

The token fare from Bedok to Esplanade 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 Bedok for Esplanade?

At Bedok, 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 Bedok to Esplanade?

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

How many stops from Bedok to Esplanade?

There are 5 stops between Bedok and Esplanade on the East-West Line. The stations are: Bedok, Paya Lebar, Aljunied, Bugis.

Bedok To Esplanade

ShortestShortest Route

Bedok

Platform 1·elevated·East-West LineTowards Tuas Link

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

Paya Lebar

orange interchange

+5.75 min

5.75 min · 2.89 km

Aljunied

+11.49 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Bugis

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.65 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

37 min

Total time

stops

13.18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

1.78 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.82 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~53 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$90

Auto

S$188

Cab

S$340

Estimates for 13.18 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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East-West Line

Departure station

Bedok

elevated

Bedok, 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