How long does it take from Hougang to Potong Pasir by metro?

The journey from Hougang to Potong Pasir takes approximately 10 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 4.61 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Hougang to Potong Pasir?

The token fare from Hougang to Potong Pasir is S$1.55. With a smart card the fare is S$1.45 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$1.45.

Which platform at Hougang for Potong Pasir?

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

What is the last train from Hougang to Potong Pasir?

The last train from Hougang towards HarbourFront departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Potong Pasir back towards Hougang departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Hougang to Potong Pasir?

There are 3 stops between Hougang and Potong Pasir on the North East Line. The stations are: Hougang, Kovan, Serangoon, Potong Pasir.

Hougang To Potong Pasir

ShortestShortest Route

Hougang

Platform 2·underground·North East LineTowards HarbourFront

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

Kovan

+3.3 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Serangoon

orange interchange

+6.58 min

3.28 min · 1.53 km

Potong Pasir

Arrive Platform 2·underground4.61 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

10 min

Total time

stops

4.61 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Hougang	05:00	23:00	Towards HarbourFront
Potong Pasir	05:00	23:00	Towards Hougang

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$1.55

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$1.45

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$1.45

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

0.62 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.29 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~18 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.55

Bike

S$38

Auto

S$86

Cab

S$152

Estimates for 4.61 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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North East Line

Departure station

Hougang

underground

Hougang, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Potong Pasir

underground

Potong Pasir, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water