How long does it take from Somerset to Serangoon by metro?

The journey from Somerset to Serangoon takes approximately 30 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 12.41 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Somerset to Serangoon?

The token fare from Somerset to Serangoon 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 Somerset for Serangoon?

At Somerset, 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 Somerset to Serangoon?

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

How many stops from Somerset to Serangoon?

There are 5 stops between Somerset and Serangoon on the North-South Line. The stations are: Somerset, Orchard, Newton, Novena, Bishan.

Somerset To Serangoon

ShortestShortest Route

Somerset

Platform 2·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Orchard

+5.21 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Newton

blue interchange

+10.42 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Novena

+15.63 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Bishan

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated10.35 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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

12.41 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Somerset	05:00	23:00	Towards Jurong East
Serangoon	05:30	00:00	Towards Somerset

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$178

Cab

S$324

Estimates for 12.41 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

Somerset

underground

Somerset, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Serangoon

underground

Serangoon, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Serangoon exit A· NEX♿

Serangoon exit B· NEX♿

Serangoon exit C· NEX♿

Serangoon exit D· NEX♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store