How long does it take from Promenade to Chinatown by metro?

The journey from Promenade to Chinatown takes approximately 20 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 9.89 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Promenade to Chinatown?

The token fare from Promenade to Chinatown 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 Promenade for Chinatown?

At Promenade, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Bukit Panjang. Look for the electronic board showing "Bukit Panjang".

What is the last train from Promenade to Chinatown?

The last train from Promenade towards Bukit Panjang departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Chinatown back towards Promenade departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Promenade to Chinatown?

There are 4 stops between Promenade and Chinatown on the Downtown Line. The stations are: Promenade, Bayfront, Downtown, Telok Ayer, Chinatown.

Promenade To Chinatown

ShortestShortest Route

Promenade

orange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Bayfront

+5.01 min

5.01 min · 2.48 km

Downtown

+10 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Telok Ayer

+14.99 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Chinatown

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground9.89 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

9.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Promenade	05:30	00:00	Towards Bukit Panjang
Chinatown	05:30	00:00	Towards Promenade

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

1.34 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.61 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~40 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$70

Auto

S$148

Cab

S$268

Estimates for 9.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Promenade

underground

Promenade, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Promenade exit A· Suntec City♿

Promenade exit B· Suntec City♿

Promenade exit C· Suntec City♿

Promenade exit D· Suntec City♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store

Arrival station

Chinatown

underground

Chinatown, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Chinatown exit A· Chinatown♿

Chinatown exit B· Chinatown♿

Chinatown exit C· Chinatown♿

Chinatown exit D· Chinatown♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store