How long does it take from Expo to Bras Basah by metro?

The journey from Expo to Bras Basah takes approximately 57 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 20.59 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Expo to Bras Basah?

The token fare from Expo to Bras Basah is S$2.37. With a smart card the fare is S$2.27 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$2.27.

Which platform at Expo for Bras Basah?

At Expo, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Bukit Panjang. Look for the electronic board showing "Bukit Panjang".

What is the last train from Expo to Bras Basah?

The last train from Expo towards Bukit Panjang departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bras Basah back towards Expo departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Expo to Bras Basah?

There are 8 stops between Expo and Bras Basah on the Downtown Line. The stations are: Expo, Tampines.

Expo To Bras Basah

ShortestShortest Route

Expo

Platform 1·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Tampines

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

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

interchange Tampines — 5 min

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

+5 min

Tampines

blue interchange

Platform 1·elevated·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Bedok

+5.74 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Paya Lebar

orange interchange

+11.49 min

5.75 min · 2.89 km

Aljunied

+17.23 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Bugis

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.53 km

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

interchange Bugis — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

Bugis

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Promenade

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

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

interchange Promenade — 5 min

Platform 3 · Circle Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Promenade

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Esplanade

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Bras Basah

Arrive Platform 2·underground4.12 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

57 min

Total time

stops

20.59 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Expo	05:30	00:00	Towards Bukit Panjang
Bras Basah	05:00	23:00	Towards Expo

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$2.37

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$2.27

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$2.27

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

2.78 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.28 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~82 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.37

Bike

S$134

Auto

S$278

Cab

S$502

Estimates for 20.59 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Downtown Line

Departure station

Expo

underground

Expo, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Expo exit A· Singapore Expo, Changi♿

Expo exit B· Singapore Expo, Changi♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bras Basah

underground

Bras Basah, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water