How long does it take from Commonwealth to Dhoby Ghaut by metro?

The journey from Commonwealth to Dhoby Ghaut takes approximately 32 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 13.26 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Commonwealth to Dhoby Ghaut?

The token fare from Commonwealth to Dhoby Ghaut 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 Commonwealth for Dhoby Ghaut?

At Commonwealth, 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 Commonwealth to Dhoby Ghaut?

The last train from Commonwealth towards Pasir Ris departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dhoby Ghaut back towards Commonwealth departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Commonwealth to Dhoby Ghaut?

There are 6 stops between Commonwealth and Dhoby Ghaut on the East-West Line. The stations are: Commonwealth, Queenstown, Tiong Bahru, Outram Park.

Commonwealth To Dhoby Ghaut

ShortestShortest Route

Commonwealth

Platform 2·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Queenstown

+5.74 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Tiong Bahru

+11.49 min

5.75 min · 2.89 km

Outram Park

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.65 km

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

interchange Outram Park — 5 min

Platform 1 · North East Line ·Platform 3 Towards HarbourFront

+5 min

Outram Park

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Chinatown

blue interchange

+3.3 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Clarke Quay

+6.6 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Dhoby Ghaut

red interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.61 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

32 min

Total time

stops

13.26 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Commonwealth	05:00	23:00	Towards Pasir Ris
Dhoby Ghaut	05:30	00:00	Towards Commonwealth

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

1.79 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.82 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~53 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$90

Auto

S$190

Cab

S$342

Estimates for 13.26 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

Commonwealth

underground

Commonwealth, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Dhoby Ghaut

underground

Dhoby Ghaut, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Dhoby Ghaut exit A· Plaza Singapura♿

Dhoby Ghaut exit B· Plaza Singapura♿

Dhoby Ghaut exit C· Plaza Singapura♿

Dhoby Ghaut exit D· Plaza Singapura♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store