How long does it take from Clementi to Chinatown by metro?

The journey from Clementi to Chinatown takes approximately 35 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 12.14 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Clementi to Chinatown?

The token fare from Clementi to Chinatown 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 Clementi for Chinatown?

At Clementi, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Pasir Ris. Look for the electronic board showing "Pasir Ris".

What is the last train from Clementi to Chinatown?

The last train from Clementi towards Pasir Ris departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Chinatown back towards Clementi departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Clementi to Chinatown?

There are 6 stops between Clementi and Chinatown on the East-West Line. The stations are: Clementi, Buona Vista.

Clementi To Chinatown

ShortestShortest Route

Clementi

Platform 2·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Buona Vista

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.88 km

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

interchange Buona Vista — 5 min

Platform 1 · Circle Line ·Platform 3 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Buona Vista

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

one-north

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Kent Ridge

+8.5 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

HarbourFront

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground6.18 km

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

interchange HarbourFront — 5 min

Platform 3 · North East Line ·Platform 1 Towards HarbourFront

+5 min

HarbourFront

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Outram Park

green interchange

+3.3 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Chinatown

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.08 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

35 min

Total time

stops

12.14 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Clementi	05:00	23:00	Towards Pasir Ris
Chinatown	05:30	00:00	Towards Clementi

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

1.64 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.75 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~49 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$82

Auto

S$176

Cab

S$318

Estimates for 12.14 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

East-West Line

Departure station

Clementi

underground

Clementi, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival 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