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

The journey from Orchard to Mountbatten takes approximately 38 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 16 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Orchard to Mountbatten?

The token fare from Orchard to Mountbatten 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 Mountbatten?

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 Mountbatten?

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

How many stops from Orchard to Mountbatten?

There are 7 stops between Orchard and Mountbatten on the North-South Line. The stations are: Orchard, Newton, Novena, Bishan.

Orchard To Mountbatten

ShortestShortest Route

Orchard

Platform 2·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Newton

blue interchange

+5.21 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Novena

+10.42 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Bishan

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated7.76 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

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

MacPherson

blue interchange

+8.5 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Paya Lebar

green interchange

+12.75 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Mountbatten

Arrive Platform 2·underground8.24 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

38 min

Total time

stops

16 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Orchard	05:00	23:00	Towards Jurong East
Mountbatten	05:00	23:00	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

2.16 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.99 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$106

Auto

S$222

Cab

S$402

Estimates for 16 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

Orchard

underground

Orchard, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Mountbatten

underground

Mountbatten, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water