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

The journey from Novena to Commonwealth takes approximately 39 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 12.05 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Novena to Commonwealth?

The token fare from Novena to Commonwealth 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 Novena for Commonwealth?

At Novena, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Marina South Pier. Look for the electronic board showing "Marina South Pier".

What is the last train from Novena to Commonwealth?

The last train from Novena towards Marina South Pier departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Commonwealth back towards Novena departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Novena to Commonwealth?

There are 5 stops between Novena and Commonwealth on the North-South Line. The stations are: Novena, Newton.

Novena To Commonwealth

ShortestShortest Route

Novena

Platform 1·underground·North-South LineTowards Marina South Pier

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

Newton

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.59 km

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

interchange Newton — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

Newton

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Botanic Gardens

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

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

interchange Botanic Gardens — 5 min

Platform 3 · Circle Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Botanic Gardens

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Holland Village

+4.23 min

4.23 min · 2.05 km

Buona Vista

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.11 km

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

interchange Buona Vista — 5 min

Platform 3 · East-West Line ·Platform 1 Towards Pasir Ris

+5 min

Buona Vista

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Commonwealth

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.88 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

12.05 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Novena	05:00	23:00	Towards Marina South Pier
Commonwealth	05:00	23:00	Towards Novena

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

1.63 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.75 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~48 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$82

Auto

S$174

Cab

S$316

Estimates for 12.05 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

North-South Line

Departure station

Novena

underground

Novena, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Commonwealth

underground

Commonwealth, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water