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

The journey from Bishan to Orchard takes approximately 16 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 7.76 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bishan to Orchard?

The token fare from Bishan to Orchard 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 Orchard?

At Bishan, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs Towards Jurong East. Look for the electronic board showing "Jurong East".

What is the last train from Bishan to Orchard?

The last train from Bishan towards Jurong East departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Orchard back towards Bishan departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Bishan to Orchard?

There are 3 stops between Bishan and Orchard on the North-South Line. The stations are: Bishan, Novena, Newton, Orchard.

Bishan To Orchard

ShortestShortest Route

Bishan

orange interchange

Platform 1·elevated·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Novena

+5.19 min

5.19 min · 2.58 km

Newton

blue interchange

+10.4 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Orchard

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.76 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

16 min

Total time

stops

7.76 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bishan	05:30	00:00	Towards Jurong East
Orchard	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

1.05 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.48 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~31 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$56

Auto

S$124

Cab

S$220

Estimates for 7.76 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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North-South 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

Orchard

underground

Orchard, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water