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

The journey from Kovan to Kent Ridge takes approximately 38 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 15.94 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kovan to Kent Ridge?

The token fare from Kovan to Kent Ridge 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 Kovan for Kent Ridge?

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 Kent Ridge?

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

How many stops from Kovan to Kent Ridge?

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

Kovan To Kent Ridge

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

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Caldecott

+8.5 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Buona Vista

green interchange

+21.23 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

one-north

+25.48 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Kent Ridge

Arrive Platform 1·underground14.41 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

38 min

Total time

stops

15.94 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kovan	05:00	23:00	Towards HarbourFront
Kent Ridge	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$2.11

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

2.15 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.99 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$106

Auto

S$222

Cab

S$400

Estimates for 15.94 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

Kent Ridge

underground

Kent Ridge, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water