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

The journey from Dhoby Ghaut to Chinatown takes approximately 7 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 3.07 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dhoby Ghaut to Chinatown?

The token fare from Dhoby Ghaut to Chinatown is S$1.19. With a smart card the fare is S$1.09 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$1.09.

Which platform at Dhoby Ghaut for Chinatown?

At Dhoby Ghaut, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards HarbourFront. Look for the electronic board showing "HarbourFront".

What is the last train from Dhoby Ghaut to Chinatown?

The last train from Dhoby Ghaut towards HarbourFront departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Chinatown back towards Dhoby Ghaut departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Dhoby Ghaut to Chinatown?

There are 2 stops between Dhoby Ghaut and Chinatown on the North East Line. The stations are: Dhoby Ghaut, Clarke Quay, Chinatown.

Dhoby Ghaut To Chinatown

ShortestShortest Route

Dhoby Ghaut

red interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Clarke Quay

+3.28 min

3.28 min · 1.53 km

Chinatown

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.07 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

7 min

Total time

stops

3.07 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dhoby Ghaut	05:30	00:00	Towards HarbourFront
Chinatown	05:30	00:00	Towards Dhoby Ghaut

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$1.19

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$1.09

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$1.09

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

0.41 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.19 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~12 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.19

Bike

S$28

Auto

S$66

Cab

S$118

Estimates for 3.07 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

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

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