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

The journey from MacPherson to Esplanade takes approximately 40 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 12.35 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from MacPherson to Esplanade?

The token fare from MacPherson to Esplanade 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 MacPherson for Esplanade?

At MacPherson, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Dhoby Ghaut. Look for the electronic board showing "Dhoby Ghaut".

What is the last train from MacPherson to Esplanade?

The last train from MacPherson towards Dhoby Ghaut departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Esplanade back towards MacPherson departs at 00:00.

How many stops from MacPherson to Esplanade?

There are 5 stops between MacPherson and Esplanade on the Circle Line. The stations are: MacPherson, Paya Lebar.

MacPherson To Esplanade

ShortestShortest Route

MacPherson

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Paya Lebar

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.06 km

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

interchange Paya Lebar — 5 min

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

+5 min

Paya Lebar

orange interchange

Platform 1·elevated·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Aljunied

+5.74 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Bugis

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.76 km

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

interchange Bugis — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

Bugis

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Promenade

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

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

interchange Promenade — 5 min

Platform 3 · Circle Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Promenade

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Esplanade

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.06 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

12.35 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
MacPherson	05:30	00:00	Towards Dhoby Ghaut
Esplanade	05:00	23:00	Towards MacPherson

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

1.67 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.77 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~49 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$2.11

Bike

S$84

Auto

S$178

Cab

S$322

Estimates for 12.35 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

Circle Line

Departure 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

Arrival station

Esplanade

underground

Esplanade, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water