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

The journey from Bishan to Commonwealth takes approximately 28 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 11.11 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bishan to Commonwealth?

The token fare from Bishan to Commonwealth 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 Bishan for Commonwealth?

At Bishan, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Dhoby Ghaut. Look for the electronic board showing "Dhoby Ghaut".

What is the last train from Bishan to Commonwealth?

The last train from Bishan towards Dhoby Ghaut departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Commonwealth back towards Bishan departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bishan to Commonwealth?

There are 5 stops between Bishan and Commonwealth on the Circle Line. The stations are: Bishan, Caldecott, Botanic Gardens, Holland Village, Buona Vista.

Bishan To Commonwealth

ShortestShortest Route

Bishan

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Caldecott

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Botanic Gardens

blue interchange

+8.5 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Holland Village

+12.73 min

4.23 min · 2.05 km

Buona Vista

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground8.23 km

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

interchange Buona Vista — 5 min

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

+5 min

Buona Vista

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Commonwealth

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.88 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

28 min

Total time

stops

11.11 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bishan	05:30	00:00	Towards Dhoby Ghaut
Commonwealth	05:00	23:00	Towards Bishan

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

1.50 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.69 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~44 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$76

Auto

S$164

Cab

S$294

Estimates for 11.11 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Circle Line

Departure 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

Arrival station

Commonwealth

underground

Commonwealth, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water