How long does it take from Bukit Batok to Kovan by metro?

The journey from Bukit Batok to Kovan takes approximately 56 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 20.18 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bukit Batok to Kovan?

The token fare from Bukit Batok to Kovan 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 Bukit Batok for Kovan?

At Bukit Batok, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Jurong East. Look for the electronic board showing "Jurong East".

What is the last train from Bukit Batok to Kovan?

The last train from Bukit Batok towards Jurong East departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Kovan back towards Bukit Batok departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bukit Batok to Kovan?

There are 9 stops between Bukit Batok and Kovan on the North-South Line. The stations are: Bukit Batok, Jurong East.

Bukit Batok To Kovan

ShortestShortest Route

Bukit Batok

Platform 2·elevated·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Jurong East

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated2.59 km

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

interchange Jurong East — 5 min

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

+5 min

Jurong East

red interchange

Platform 3·elevated·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Clementi

+5.75 min

5.75 min · 2.89 km

Buona Vista

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.77 km

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

interchange Buona Vista — 5 min

Platform 1 · Circle Line ·Platform 3 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Buona Vista

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Holland Village

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Botanic Gardens

blue interchange

+8.48 min

4.23 min · 2.05 km

Caldecott

+12.73 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Bishan

red interchange

+16.98 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Serangoon

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.29 km

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

interchange Serangoon — 5 min

Platform 3 · North East Line ·Platform 1 Towards HarbourFront

+5 min

Serangoon

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Kovan

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.53 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

56 min

Total time

stops

20.18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bukit Batok	05:00	23:00	Towards Jurong East
Kovan	05:00	23:00	Towards Bukit Batok

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

2.72 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.25 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~81 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$132

Auto

S$272

Cab

S$494

Estimates for 20.18 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

North-South Line

Departure station

Bukit Batok

elevated

Bukit Batok, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Kovan

underground

Kovan, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water