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

The journey from Woodlands to Orchard takes approximately 31 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 15.53 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Woodlands to Orchard?

The token fare from Woodlands to Orchard 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 Orchard?

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 Orchard?

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

How many stops from Woodlands to Orchard?

There are 6 stops between Woodlands and Orchard on the North-South Line. The stations are: Woodlands, Yishun, Ang Mo Kio, Bishan, Novena, Newton, Orchard.

Woodlands To Orchard

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

Novena

+20.82 min

5.19 min · 2.58 km

Newton

blue interchange

+26.03 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Orchard

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.53 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

15.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

2.10 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.96 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~62 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$104

Auto

S$216

Cab

S$392

Estimates for 15.53 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

Woodlands

elevated

Woodlands, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Orchard

underground

Orchard, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water