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

The journey from Choa Chu Kang to Tampines takes approximately 55 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 22.12 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Choa Chu Kang to Tampines?

The token fare from Choa Chu Kang to Tampines 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 Tampines?

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 Tampines?

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

How many stops from Choa Chu Kang to Tampines?

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

Choa Chu Kang To Tampines

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

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.12 km

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

interchange MacPherson — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

MacPherson

orange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Tampines

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

55 min

Total time

stops

22.12 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

2.99 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.37 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~88 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.37

Bike

S$142

Auto

S$296

Cab

S$536

Estimates for 22.12 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

Tampines

elevated

Tampines, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Tampines exit A· Tampines Mall♿

Tampines exit B· Tampines Mall♿

Tampines exit C· Tampines Mall♿

Tampines exit D· Tampines Mall♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store