How long does it take from Orchard to Bukit Panjang by metro?

The journey from Orchard to Bukit Panjang takes approximately 30 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 12.47 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Orchard to Bukit Panjang?

The token fare from Orchard to Bukit Panjang 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 Orchard for Bukit Panjang?

At Orchard, 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 Orchard to Bukit Panjang?

The last train from Orchard towards Jurong East departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bukit Panjang back towards Orchard departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Orchard to Bukit Panjang?

There are 5 stops between Orchard and Bukit Panjang on the North-South Line. The stations are: Orchard, Newton.

Orchard To Bukit Panjang

ShortestShortest Route

Orchard

Platform 2·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

+4.99 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Beauty World

+9.98 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Cashew

+14.97 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Bukit Panjang

Arrive Platform 1·elevated9.88 km

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

Route on the map

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FromTo

Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

12.47 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Orchard	05:00	23:00	Towards Jurong East
Bukit Panjang	05:30	00:00	Towards Orchard

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

1.68 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.77 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~50 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$84

Auto

S$180

Cab

S$324

Estimates for 12.47 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

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North-South Line

Departure station

Orchard

underground

Orchard, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bukit Panjang

elevated

Bukit Panjang, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Bukit Panjang exit A· Hillion Mall♿

Bukit Panjang exit B· Hillion Mall♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water