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

The journey from Woodlands to Dhoby Ghaut takes approximately 44 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 16.95 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Woodlands to Dhoby Ghaut?

The token fare from Woodlands to Dhoby Ghaut 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 Woodlands for Dhoby Ghaut?

At Woodlands, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Marina South Pier. Look for the electronic board showing "Marina South Pier".

What is the last train from Woodlands to Dhoby Ghaut?

The last train from Woodlands towards Marina South Pier departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dhoby Ghaut back towards Woodlands departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Woodlands to Dhoby Ghaut?

There are 7 stops between Woodlands and Dhoby Ghaut on the North-South Line. The stations are: Woodlands, Yishun, Ang Mo Kio, Bishan, Novena, Newton.

Woodlands To Dhoby Ghaut

ShortestShortest Route

Woodlands

Platform 1·elevated·North-South LineTowards Marina South Pier

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

Yishun

+5.21 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Ang Mo Kio

+10.42 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Bishan

orange interchange

+15.63 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Novena

+20.82 min

5.19 min · 2.58 km

Newton

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground12.94 km

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

interchange Newton — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

Newton

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Little India

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

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

interchange Little India — 5 min

Platform 3 · North East Line ·Platform 1 Towards HarbourFront

+5 min

Little India

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Dhoby Ghaut

red interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.54 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

44 min

Total time

stops

16.95 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Woodlands	05:00	23:00	Towards Marina South Pier
Dhoby Ghaut	05:30	00:00	Towards Woodlands

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

2.29 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.05 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~68 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$112

Auto

S$234

Cab

S$422

Estimates for 16.95 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

Woodlands

elevated

Woodlands, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

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