How long does it take from Choa Chu Kang to Paya Lebar by metro?

The journey from Choa Chu Kang to Paya Lebar takes approximately 49 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 21.71 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Choa Chu Kang to Paya Lebar?

The token fare from Choa Chu Kang to Paya Lebar is S$2.37. With a smart card the fare is S$2.27 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$2.27.

Which platform at Choa Chu Kang for Paya Lebar?

At Choa Chu Kang, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Marina South Pier. Look for the electronic board showing "Marina South Pier".

What is the last train from Choa Chu Kang to Paya Lebar?

The last train from Choa Chu Kang towards Marina South Pier departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Paya Lebar back towards Choa Chu Kang departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Choa Chu Kang to Paya Lebar?

There are 9 stops between Choa Chu Kang and Paya Lebar on the North-South Line. The stations are: Choa Chu Kang, Yew Tee, Kranji, Woodlands, Yishun, Ang Mo Kio, Bishan.

Choa Chu Kang To Paya Lebar

ShortestShortest Route

Choa Chu Kang

Platform 1·elevated·North-South LineTowards Marina South Pier

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

Yew Tee

+5.19 min

5.19 min · 2.58 km

Kranji

+10.4 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Yishun

+20.82 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Ang Mo Kio

+26.03 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Bishan

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated15.53 km

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

interchange Bishan — 5 min

Platform 1 · Circle Line ·Platform 3 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Bishan

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Serangoon

purple interchange

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

MacPherson

blue interchange

+8.5 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Paya Lebar

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground6.18 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

49 min

Total time

stops

21.71 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Choa Chu Kang	05:00	23:00	Towards Marina South Pier
Paya Lebar	05:30	00:00	Towards Choa Chu Kang

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$2.37

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$2.27

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$2.27

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

2.93 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.35 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~87 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.37

Bike

S$140

Auto

S$290

Cab

S$528

Estimates for 21.71 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

Choa Chu Kang

elevated

Choa Chu Kang, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Paya Lebar

elevated

Paya Lebar, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Paya Lebar exit A· Paya Lebar Quarter♿

Paya Lebar exit B· Paya Lebar Quarter♿

Paya Lebar exit C· Paya Lebar Quarter♿

Paya Lebar exit D· Paya Lebar Quarter♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store