How long does it take from Mountbatten to Novena by metro?

The journey from Mountbatten to Novena takes approximately 27 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 10.82 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Mountbatten to Novena?

The token fare from Mountbatten to Novena 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 Mountbatten for Novena?

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

What is the last train from Mountbatten to Novena?

The last train from Mountbatten towards HarbourFront departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Novena back towards Mountbatten departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Mountbatten to Novena?

There are 5 stops between Mountbatten and Novena on the Circle Line. The stations are: Mountbatten, Paya Lebar, MacPherson, Serangoon, Bishan.

Mountbatten To Novena

ShortestShortest Route

Mountbatten

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Paya Lebar

green interchange

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

MacPherson

blue interchange

+8.5 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Serangoon

purple interchange

+12.75 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Bishan

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground8.24 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

Novena

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.58 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

10.82 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Mountbatten	05:00	23:00	Towards HarbourFront
Novena	05:00	23:00	Towards Mountbatten

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

1.46 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.67 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~43 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$74

Auto

S$160

Cab

S$288

Estimates for 10.82 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Circle Line

Departure station

Mountbatten

underground

Mountbatten, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Novena

underground

Novena, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water