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

The journey from Novena to Kovan takes approximately 23 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 6.17 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Novena to Kovan?

The token fare from Novena to Kovan 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 Novena for Kovan?

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

What is the last train from Novena to Kovan?

The last train from Novena towards Jurong East departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Kovan back towards Novena departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Novena to Kovan?

There are 3 stops between Novena and Kovan on the North-South Line. The stations are: Novena, Bishan.

Novena To Kovan

ShortestShortest Route

Novena

Platform 2·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Bishan

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated2.58 km

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

interchange Bishan — 5 min

Platform 1 · Circle Line ·Platform 3 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Bishan

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Serangoon

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.06 km

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

interchange Serangoon — 5 min

Platform 3 · North East Line ·Platform 1 Towards HarbourFront

+5 min

Serangoon

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Kovan

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.53 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

6.17 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Novena	05:00	23:00	Towards Jurong East
Kovan	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$1.55

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

0.83 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.38 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~25 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.55

Bike

S$48

Auto

S$104

Cab

S$186

Estimates for 6.17 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

Kovan

underground

Kovan, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water