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

The journey from Chinatown to Boon Keng takes approximately 17 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 7.69 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Chinatown to Boon Keng?

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

At Chinatown, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards HarbourFront. Look for the electronic board showing "HarbourFront".

What is the last train from Chinatown to Boon Keng?

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

How many stops from Chinatown to Boon Keng?

There are 5 stops between Chinatown and Boon Keng on the North East Line. The stations are: Chinatown, Clarke Quay, Dhoby Ghaut, Little India, Farrer Park, Boon Keng.

Chinatown To Boon Keng

ShortestShortest Route

Chinatown

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Clarke Quay

+3.3 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Dhoby Ghaut

red interchangeorange interchange

+6.58 min

3.28 min · 1.53 km

Little India

blue interchange

+9.88 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Farrer Park

+13.18 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Boon Keng

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.69 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

17 min

Total time

stops

7.69 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

1.04 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$122

Cab

S$220

Estimates for 7.69 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

North East Line

Departure station

Chinatown

underground

Chinatown, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Chinatown exit A· Chinatown♿

Chinatown exit B· Chinatown♿

Chinatown exit C· Chinatown♿

Chinatown exit D· Chinatown♿

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

Boon Keng

underground

Boon Keng, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water