How long does it take from Kovan to Bukit Batok by metro?

The journey from Kovan to Bukit Batok takes approximately 54 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 21.71 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kovan to Bukit Batok?

The token fare from Kovan to Bukit Batok 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 Kovan for Bukit Batok?

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

What is the last train from Kovan to Bukit Batok?

The last train from Kovan towards HarbourFront departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bukit Batok back towards Kovan departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Kovan to Bukit Batok?

There are 9 stops between Kovan and Bukit Batok on the North East Line. The stations are: Kovan, Serangoon.

Kovan To Bukit Batok

ShortestShortest Route

Kovan

Platform 2·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Serangoon

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.53 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

Bishan

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.06 km

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

interchange Bishan — 5 min

Platform 3 · North-South Line ·Platform 1 Towards Jurong East

+5 min

Bishan

orange interchange

Platform 1·elevated·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Ang Mo Kio

+5.21 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Yishun

+10.42 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Yew Tee

+26.05 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Choa Chu Kang

+31.24 min

5.19 min · 2.58 km

Bukit Batok

Arrive Platform 2·elevated18.12 km

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

Route on the map

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FromTo

Journey at a glance

54 min

Total time

stops

21.71 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kovan	05:00	23:00	Towards HarbourFront
Bukit Batok	05:00	23:00	Towards Kovan

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

2.93 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.35 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~87 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.37

Bike

S$140

Auto

S$290

Cab

S$528

Estimates for 21.71 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

North East Line

Departure station

Kovan

underground

Kovan, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bukit Batok

elevated

Bukit Batok, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water