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

The journey from Orchard to Punggol takes approximately 43 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 15.97 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Orchard to Punggol?

The token fare from Orchard to Punggol 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 Punggol?

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 Punggol?

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

How many stops from Orchard to Punggol?

There are 8 stops between Orchard and Punggol on the North-South Line. The stations are: Orchard, Newton, Novena, Bishan.

Orchard To Punggol

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

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

+3.28 min

3.28 min · 1.53 km

Hougang

+6.58 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Sengkang

+9.88 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Punggol

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.15 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

43 min

Total time

stops

15.97 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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 15.97 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

Punggol

underground

Punggol, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Punggol exit A· Waterway Point♿

Punggol exit B· Waterway Point♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water