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

The journey from Kent Ridge to Dhoby Ghaut takes approximately 22 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 8.21 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kent Ridge to Dhoby Ghaut?

The token fare from Kent Ridge to Dhoby Ghaut is S$1.86. With a smart card the fare is S$1.76 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$1.76.

Which platform at Kent Ridge for Dhoby Ghaut?

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

What is the last train from Kent Ridge to Dhoby Ghaut?

The last train from Kent Ridge towards HarbourFront departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dhoby Ghaut back towards Kent Ridge departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Kent Ridge to Dhoby Ghaut?

There are 5 stops between Kent Ridge and Dhoby Ghaut on the Circle Line. The stations are: Kent Ridge, HarbourFront.

Kent Ridge To Dhoby Ghaut

ShortestShortest Route

Kent Ridge

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards HarbourFront

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

HarbourFront

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.06 km

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

interchange HarbourFront — 5 min

Platform 3 · North East Line ·Platform 1 Towards HarbourFront

+5 min

HarbourFront

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Outram Park

green interchange

+3.3 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Chinatown

blue interchange

+6.6 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Clarke Quay

+9.9 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Dhoby Ghaut

red interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground6.15 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

22 min

Total time

stops

8.21 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kent Ridge	05:00	23:00	Towards HarbourFront
Dhoby Ghaut	05:30	00:00	Towards Kent Ridge

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$1.86

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$1.76

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$1.76

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

1.11 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.51 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~33 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$60

Auto

S$128

Cab

S$230

Estimates for 8.21 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

Kent Ridge

underground

Kent Ridge, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival 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