How long does it take from Expo to Clarke Quay by metro?

The journey from Expo to Clarke Quay takes approximately 33 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 13.89 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Expo to Clarke Quay?

The token fare from Expo to Clarke Quay 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 Expo for Clarke Quay?

At Expo, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Bukit Panjang. Look for the electronic board showing "Bukit Panjang".

What is the last train from Expo to Clarke Quay?

The last train from Expo towards Bukit Panjang departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Clarke Quay back towards Expo departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Expo to Clarke Quay?

There are 6 stops between Expo and Clarke Quay on the Downtown Line. The stations are: Expo, Tampines, MacPherson, Bencoolen, Fort Canning, Chinatown.

Expo To Clarke Quay

ShortestShortest Route

Expo

Platform 1·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Tampines

green interchange

+4.99 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

MacPherson

orange interchange

+9.98 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Bencoolen

+14.97 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Fort Canning

+19.96 min

4.99 min · 2.47 km

Chinatown

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground12.35 km

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

interchange Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 3 · North East Line ·Platform 1 Towards HarbourFront

+5 min

Chinatown

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Clarke Quay

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.54 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

13.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Expo	05:30	00:00	Towards Bukit Panjang
Clarke Quay	05:00	23:00	Towards Expo

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

1.88 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.86 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~56 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$94

Auto

S$196

Cab

S$356

Estimates for 13.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Downtown Line

Departure station

Expo

underground

Expo, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Expo exit A· Singapore Expo, Changi♿

Expo exit B· Singapore Expo, Changi♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Clarke Quay

underground

Clarke Quay, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water