How long does it take from Esplanade to Tampines by metro?

The journey from Esplanade to Tampines takes approximately 42 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 16.06 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Esplanade to Tampines?

The token fare from Esplanade to Tampines 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 Esplanade for Tampines?

At Esplanade, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards HarbourFront. Look for the electronic board showing "HarbourFront".

What is the last train from Esplanade to Tampines?

The last train from Esplanade towards HarbourFront departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Tampines back towards Esplanade departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Esplanade to Tampines?

There are 6 stops between Esplanade and Tampines on the Circle Line. The stations are: Esplanade, Promenade.

Esplanade To Tampines

ShortestShortest Route

Esplanade

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Promenade

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.06 km

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

interchange Promenade — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

Promenade

orange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Bugis

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

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

interchange Bugis — 5 min

Platform 3 · East-West Line ·Platform 1 Towards Pasir Ris

+5 min

Bugis

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Aljunied

+5.74 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Paya Lebar

orange interchange

+11.48 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Bedok

+17.23 min

5.75 min · 2.89 km

Tampines

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated11.53 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

16.06 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Esplanade	05:00	23:00	Towards HarbourFront
Tampines	05:30	00:00	Towards Esplanade

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

2.17 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.00 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$106

Auto

S$222

Cab

S$404

Estimates for 16.06 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

Circle Line

Departure station

Esplanade

underground

Esplanade, 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