How long does it take from Hougang to Bayfront by metro?

The journey from Hougang to Bayfront takes approximately 52 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 17.9 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Hougang to Bayfront?

The token fare from Hougang to Bayfront 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 Hougang for Bayfront?

At Hougang, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards HarbourFront. Look for the electronic board showing "HarbourFront".

What is the last train from Hougang to Bayfront?

The last train from Hougang towards HarbourFront departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bayfront back towards Hougang departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Hougang to Bayfront?

There are 8 stops between Hougang and Bayfront on the North East Line. The stations are: Hougang, Kovan, Serangoon.

Hougang To Bayfront

ShortestShortest Route

Hougang

Platform 2·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Kovan

+3.3 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Serangoon

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.07 km

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

interchange Serangoon — 5 min

Platform 1 · Circle Line ·Platform 3 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Serangoon

purple interchange

Platform 3·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

MacPherson

blue interchange

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Paya Lebar

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.12 km

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

interchange Paya Lebar — 5 min

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

+5 min

Paya Lebar

orange interchange

Platform 1·elevated·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Aljunied

+5.74 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Bugis

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.76 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

+4.99 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Bayfront

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.95 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

52 min

Total time

stops

17.9 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Hougang	05:00	23:00	Towards HarbourFront
Bayfront	05:00	23:00	Towards Hougang

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

2.42 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.11 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~72 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$118

Auto

S$244

Cab

S$444

Estimates for 17.9 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

North East Line

Departure station

Hougang

underground

Hougang, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bayfront

underground

Bayfront, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water