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

The journey from Rochor to Orchard takes approximately 20 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 7.53 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rochor to Orchard?

The token fare from Rochor to Orchard 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 Rochor for Orchard?

At Rochor, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Bukit Panjang. Look for the electronic board showing "Bukit Panjang".

What is the last train from Rochor to Orchard?

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

How many stops from Rochor to Orchard?

There are 3 stops between Rochor and Orchard on the Downtown Line. The stations are: Rochor, Little India, Newton.

Rochor To Orchard

ShortestShortest Route

Rochor

Platform 2·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Little India

purple interchange

+4.99 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Newton

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.94 km

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

interchange Newton — 5 min

Platform 3 · North-South Line ·Platform 1 Towards Jurong East

+5 min

Newton

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Orchard

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.59 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

7.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rochor	05:00	23:00	Towards Bukit Panjang
Orchard	05:00	23:00	Towards Rochor

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

1.02 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.47 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~30 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$56

Auto

S$120

Cab

S$216

Estimates for 7.53 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Downtown Line

Departure station

Rochor

underground

Rochor, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Orchard

underground

Orchard, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water