How long does it take from Marina Bay to Tampines by metro?

The journey from Marina Bay to Tampines takes approximately 45 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 19.89 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Marina Bay to Tampines?

The token fare from Marina Bay to Tampines 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 Marina Bay for Tampines?

At Marina Bay, 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 Marina Bay to Tampines?

The last train from Marina Bay towards Jurong East departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Tampines back towards Marina Bay departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Marina Bay to Tampines?

There are 7 stops between Marina Bay and Tampines on the North-South Line. The stations are: Marina Bay, Raffles Place.

Marina Bay To Tampines

ShortestShortest Route

Marina Bay

Platform 2·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Raffles Place

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.59 km

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

interchange Raffles Place — 5 min

Platform 1 · East-West Line ·Platform 3 Towards Pasir Ris

+5 min

Raffles Place

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

City Hall

red interchange

+5.75 min

5.75 min · 2.89 km

Bugis

blue interchange

+11.49 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Paya Lebar

orange interchange

+22.97 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Bedok

+28.72 min

5.75 min · 2.89 km

Tampines

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated17.3 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

45 min

Total time

stops

19.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Marina Bay	05:00	23:00	Towards Jurong East
Tampines	05:30	00:00	Towards Marina Bay

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

2.69 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.23 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~80 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$130

Auto

S$268

Cab

S$488

Estimates for 19.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

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North-South Line

Departure station

Marina Bay

underground

Marina Bay, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Tampines

elevated

Tampines, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Tampines exit A· Tampines Mall♿

Tampines exit B· Tampines Mall♿

Tampines exit C· Tampines Mall♿

Tampines exit D· Tampines Mall♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store