How long does it take from Downtown to Marina South Pier by metro?

The journey from Downtown to Marina South Pier takes approximately 46 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 18.06 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Downtown to Marina South Pier?

The token fare from Downtown to Marina South Pier 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 Downtown for Marina South Pier?

At Downtown, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Bukit Panjang. Look for the electronic board showing "Bukit Panjang".

What is the last train from Downtown to Marina South Pier?

The last train from Downtown towards Bukit Panjang departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Marina South Pier back towards Downtown departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Downtown to Marina South Pier?

There are 7 stops between Downtown and Marina South Pier on the Downtown Line. The stations are: Downtown, Bayfront, Promenade, Bugis.

Downtown To Marina South Pier

ShortestShortest Route

Downtown

Platform 2·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Bayfront

+4.99 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Promenade

orange interchange

+10 min

5.01 min · 2.48 km

Bugis

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.42 km

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

interchange Bugis — 5 min

Platform 3 · East-West Line ·Platform 1 Towards Pasir Ris

+5 min

Bugis

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

City Hall

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.88 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

Raffles Place

green interchange

+5.19 min

5.19 min · 2.58 km

Marina Bay

+10.4 min

5.21 min · 2.59 km

Marina South Pier

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.76 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

18.06 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Downtown	05:00	23:00	Towards Bukit Panjang
Marina South Pier	05:30	00:00	Towards Downtown

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

2.44 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.12 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~72 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$118

Auto

S$246

Cab

S$448

Estimates for 18.06 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

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Downtown Line

Departure station

Downtown

underground

Downtown, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Marina South Pier

underground

Marina South Pier, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Marina South Pier exit A· Marina South Pier♿

Marina South Pier exit B· Marina South Pier♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water