How long does it take from Boon Keng to Punggol by metro?

The journey from Boon Keng to Punggol takes approximately 20 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 9.23 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Boon Keng to Punggol?

The token fare from Boon Keng to Punggol 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 Boon Keng for Punggol?

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

What is the last train from Boon Keng to Punggol?

The last train from Boon Keng towards Punggol departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Punggol back towards Boon Keng departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Boon Keng to Punggol?

There are 6 stops between Boon Keng and Punggol on the North East Line. The stations are: Boon Keng, Potong Pasir, Serangoon, Kovan, Hougang, Sengkang, Punggol.

Boon Keng To Punggol

ShortestShortest Route

Boon Keng

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards Punggol

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

Potong Pasir

+3.3 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Serangoon

orange interchange

+6.6 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Hougang

+13.18 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Sengkang

+16.48 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Punggol

Arrive Platform 1·underground9.23 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

9.23 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Boon Keng	05:00	23:00	Towards Punggol
Punggol	05:30	00:00	Towards Boon Keng

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

1.25 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.57 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~37 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$66

Auto

S$140

Cab

S$254

Estimates for 9.23 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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North East Line

Departure station

Boon Keng

underground

Boon Keng, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Punggol

underground

Punggol, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Punggol exit A· Waterway Point♿

Punggol exit B· Waterway Point♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water