How long does it take from Clarke Quay to Kovan by metro?

The journey from Clarke Quay to Kovan takes approximately 41 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 12.54 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Clarke Quay to Kovan?

The token fare from Clarke Quay to Kovan is S$2.11. With a smart card the fare is S$2.01 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$2.01.

Which platform at Clarke Quay for Kovan?

At Clarke Quay, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards HarbourFront. Look for the electronic board showing "HarbourFront".

What is the last train from Clarke Quay to Kovan?

The last train from Clarke Quay towards HarbourFront departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Kovan back towards Clarke Quay departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Clarke Quay to Kovan?

There are 6 stops between Clarke Quay and Kovan on the North East Line. The stations are: Clarke Quay, Chinatown.

Clarke Quay To Kovan

ShortestShortest Route

Clarke Quay

Platform 2·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Chinatown

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.54 km

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

interchange Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

Chinatown

purple interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Fort Canning

+4.99 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Bencoolen

+9.98 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

MacPherson

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.41 km

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

interchange MacPherson — 5 min

Platform 3 · Circle Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

MacPherson

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Serangoon

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.06 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

Kovan

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.53 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

41 min

Total time

stops

12.54 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Clarke Quay	05:00	23:00	Towards HarbourFront
Kovan	05:00	23:00	Towards Clarke Quay

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$2.11

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$2.01

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$2.01

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

1.69 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.78 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~50 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$86

Auto

S$180

Cab

S$326

Estimates for 12.54 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

Clarke Quay

underground

Clarke Quay, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Kovan

underground

Kovan, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water