How long does it take from Nicoll Highway to Bugis by metro?

The journey from Nicoll Highway to Bugis takes approximately 14 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 4.53 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Nicoll Highway to Bugis?

The token fare from Nicoll Highway to Bugis is S$1.55. With a smart card the fare is S$1.45 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$1.45.

Which platform at Nicoll Highway for Bugis?

At Nicoll Highway, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Dhoby Ghaut. Look for the electronic board showing "Dhoby Ghaut".

What is the last train from Nicoll Highway to Bugis?

The last train from Nicoll Highway towards Dhoby Ghaut departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bugis back towards Nicoll Highway departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Nicoll Highway to Bugis?

There are 2 stops between Nicoll Highway and Bugis on the Circle Line. The stations are: Nicoll Highway, Promenade.

Nicoll Highway To Bugis

ShortestShortest Route

Nicoll Highway

Platform 2·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Promenade

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.06 km

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

interchange Promenade — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

Promenade

orange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Bugis

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

14 min

Total time

stops

4.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Nicoll Highway	05:00	23:00	Towards Dhoby Ghaut
Bugis	05:30	00:00	Towards Nicoll Highway

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$1.55

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$1.45

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$1.45

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

0.61 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.28 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~18 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.55

Bike

S$38

Auto

S$84

Cab

S$150

Estimates for 4.53 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

Nicoll Highway

underground

Nicoll Highway, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bugis

underground

Bugis, Singapore

Weekdays: 05:30 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Bugis exit A· Bugis Junction, Bugis Street♿

Bugis exit B· Bugis Junction, Bugis Street♿

Bugis exit C· Bugis Junction, Bugis Street♿

Bugis exit D· Bugis Junction, Bugis Street♿

Tap in and out with an EZ-Link or SimplyGo card; eating and drinking are not allowed on trains.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store