How long does it take from Woodlands to MacPherson by metro?

The journey from Woodlands to MacPherson takes approximately 29 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 11.89 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Woodlands to MacPherson?

The token fare from Woodlands to MacPherson 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 Woodlands for MacPherson?

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 MacPherson?

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

How many stops from Woodlands to MacPherson?

There are 5 stops between Woodlands and MacPherson on the North-South Line. The stations are: Woodlands, Yishun, Ang Mo Kio, Bishan.

Woodlands To MacPherson

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

Arrive Platform 1·elevated7.77 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

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

MacPherson

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.12 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

29 min

Total time

stops

11.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Woodlands	05:00	23:00	Towards Marina South Pier
MacPherson	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$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

1.61 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.74 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~48 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$82

Auto

S$172

Cab

S$312

Estimates for 11.89 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

MacPherson

underground

MacPherson, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

MacPherson exit A· MacPherson area♿

MacPherson exit B· MacPherson area♿

MacPherson exit C· MacPherson area♿

MacPherson exit D· MacPherson area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store