How long does it take from Paya Lebar to Dhoby Ghaut by metro?

The journey from Paya Lebar to Dhoby Ghaut takes approximately 27 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 11.23 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Paya Lebar to Dhoby Ghaut?

The token fare from Paya Lebar to Dhoby Ghaut 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 Paya Lebar for Dhoby Ghaut?

At Paya Lebar, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs Towards Pasir Ris. Look for the electronic board showing "Pasir Ris".

What is the last train from Paya Lebar to Dhoby Ghaut?

The last train from Paya Lebar towards Pasir Ris departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dhoby Ghaut back towards Paya Lebar departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Paya Lebar to Dhoby Ghaut?

There are 4 stops between Paya Lebar and Dhoby Ghaut on the East-West Line. The stations are: Paya Lebar, Aljunied, Bugis, City Hall.

Paya Lebar To Dhoby Ghaut

ShortestShortest Route

Paya Lebar

orange interchange

Platform 1·elevated·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Aljunied

+5.74 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Bugis

blue interchange

+11.48 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

City Hall

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground8.64 km

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

interchange City Hall — 5 min

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

+5 min

City Hall

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Dhoby Ghaut

purple interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.59 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

11.23 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Paya Lebar	05:30	00:00	Towards Pasir Ris
Dhoby Ghaut	05:30	00:00	Towards Paya Lebar

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

1.52 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.70 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~45 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$78

Auto

S$164

Cab

S$298

Estimates for 11.23 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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East-West Line

Departure station

Paya Lebar

elevated

Paya Lebar, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Paya Lebar exit A· Paya Lebar Quarter♿

Paya Lebar exit B· Paya Lebar Quarter♿

Paya Lebar exit C· Paya Lebar Quarter♿

Paya Lebar exit D· Paya Lebar Quarter♿

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

Dhoby Ghaut

underground

Dhoby Ghaut, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Dhoby Ghaut exit A· Plaza Singapura♿

Dhoby Ghaut exit B· Plaza Singapura♿

Dhoby Ghaut exit C· Plaza Singapura♿

Dhoby Ghaut exit D· Plaza Singapura♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store