How long does it take from Buona Vista to Potong Pasir by metro?

The journey from Buona Vista to Potong Pasir takes approximately 30 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 11.83 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Buona Vista to Potong Pasir?

The token fare from Buona Vista to Potong Pasir 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 Buona Vista for Potong Pasir?

At Buona Vista, 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 Buona Vista to Potong Pasir?

The last train from Buona Vista towards Dhoby Ghaut departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Potong Pasir back towards Buona Vista departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Buona Vista to Potong Pasir?

There are 6 stops between Buona Vista and Potong Pasir on the Circle Line. The stations are: Buona Vista, Holland Village, Botanic Gardens, Caldecott, Bishan, Serangoon.

Buona Vista To Potong Pasir

ShortestShortest Route

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

Potong Pasir

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.54 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

11.83 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Buona Vista	05:30	00:00	Towards Dhoby Ghaut
Potong Pasir	05:00	23:00	Towards Buona Vista

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

1.60 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.73 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~47 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$80

Auto

S$172

Cab

S$310

Estimates for 11.83 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

Circle Line

Departure station

Buona Vista

underground

Buona Vista, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Buona Vista exit A· one-north♿

Buona Vista exit B· one-north♿

Buona Vista exit C· one-north♿

Buona Vista exit D· one-north♿

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

Potong Pasir

underground

Potong Pasir, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water