How long does it take from Farrer Park to Kovan by metro?

The journey from Farrer Park to Kovan takes approximately 13 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 6.15 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Farrer Park to Kovan?

The token fare from Farrer Park to Kovan is S$1.55. With a smart card the fare is S$1.45 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$1.45.

Which platform at Farrer Park for Kovan?

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

What is the last train from Farrer Park to Kovan?

The last train from Farrer Park towards Punggol departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Kovan back towards Farrer Park departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Farrer Park to Kovan?

There are 4 stops between Farrer Park and Kovan on the North East Line. The stations are: Farrer Park, Boon Keng, Potong Pasir, Serangoon, Kovan.

Farrer Park To Kovan

ShortestShortest Route

Farrer Park

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards Punggol

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

Boon Keng

+3.3 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Potong Pasir

+6.6 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Serangoon

orange interchange

+9.9 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Kovan

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.15 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

13 min

Total time

stops

6.15 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Farrer Park	05:00	23:00	Towards Punggol
Kovan	05:00	23:00	Towards Farrer Park

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$1.55

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$1.45

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$1.45

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

0.83 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.38 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~25 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.55

Bike

S$46

Auto

S$104

Cab

S$186

Estimates for 6.15 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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North East Line

Departure station

Farrer Park

underground

Farrer Park, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Kovan

underground

Kovan, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water