How long does it take from Nicoll Highway to Bishan by metro?

The journey from Nicoll Highway to Bishan takes approximately 26 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 12.35 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Nicoll Highway to Bishan?

The token fare from Nicoll Highway to Bishan 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 Nicoll Highway for Bishan?

At Nicoll Highway, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards HarbourFront. Look for the electronic board showing "HarbourFront".

What is the last train from Nicoll Highway to Bishan?

The last train from Nicoll Highway towards HarbourFront departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bishan back towards Nicoll Highway departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Nicoll Highway to Bishan?

There are 6 stops between Nicoll Highway and Bishan on the Circle Line. The stations are: Nicoll Highway, Stadium, Mountbatten, Paya Lebar, MacPherson, Serangoon, Bishan.

Nicoll Highway To Bishan

ShortestShortest Route

Nicoll Highway

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Stadium

+4.23 min

4.23 min · 2.05 km

Mountbatten

+8.48 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

MacPherson

blue interchange

+16.98 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Serangoon

purple interchange

+21.23 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

Bishan

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground12.35 km

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

Route on the map

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FromTo

Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

12.35 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Nicoll Highway	05:00	23:00	Towards HarbourFront
Bishan	05:30	00:00	Towards Nicoll Highway

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

1.67 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.77 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~49 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$322

Estimates for 12.35 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Circle Line

Departure station

Nicoll Highway

underground

Nicoll Highway, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bishan

elevated

Bishan, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Bishan exit A· Junction 8♿

Bishan exit B· Junction 8♿

Bishan exit C· Junction 8♿

Bishan exit D· Junction 8♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store