How long does it take from Bukit Panjang to Newton by metro?

The journey from Bukit Panjang to Newton takes approximately 20 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 9.88 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bukit Panjang to Newton?

The token fare from Bukit Panjang to Newton 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 Bukit Panjang for Newton?

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

What is the last train from Bukit Panjang to Newton?

The last train from Bukit Panjang towards Bukit Panjang departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Newton back towards Bukit Panjang departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bukit Panjang to Newton?

There are 4 stops between Bukit Panjang and Newton on the Downtown Line. The stations are: Bukit Panjang, Cashew, Beauty World, Botanic Gardens, Newton.

Bukit Panjang To Newton

ShortestShortest Route

Bukit Panjang

Platform 1·elevated·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Cashew

+4.99 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Beauty World

+9.98 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Botanic Gardens

orange interchange

+14.97 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Newton

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground9.88 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

9.88 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bukit Panjang	05:30	00:00	Towards Bukit Panjang
Newton	05:30	00:00	Towards Bukit Panjang

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

1.33 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.61 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~40 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$70

Auto

S$148

Cab

S$268

Estimates for 9.88 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Downtown Line

Departure station

Bukit Panjang

elevated

Bukit Panjang, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Bukit Panjang exit A· Hillion Mall♿

Bukit Panjang exit B· Hillion Mall♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Newton

underground

Newton, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Newton exit A· Newton Food Centre♿

Newton exit B· Newton Food Centre♿

Newton exit C· Newton Food Centre♿

Newton exit D· Newton Food Centre♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store