How long does it take from Novena to Pasir Ris by metro?

The journey from Novena to Pasir Ris takes approximately 39 minutes by Singapore MRT, covering 12.05 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Novena to Pasir Ris?

The token fare from Novena to Pasir Ris is S$1.86. With a smart card the fare is S$1.76 (save S$0.1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's S$1.76.

Which platform at Novena for Pasir Ris?

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

What is the last train from Novena to Pasir Ris?

The last train from Novena towards Jurong East departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Pasir Ris back towards Novena departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Novena to Pasir Ris?

There are 5 stops between Novena and Pasir Ris on the North-South Line. The stations are: Novena, Bishan.

Novena To Pasir Ris

ShortestShortest Route

Novena

Platform 2·underground·North-South LineTowards Jurong East

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

Bishan

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated2.58 km

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

interchange Bishan — 5 min

Platform 1 · Circle Line ·Platform 3 Towards Dhoby Ghaut

+5 min

Bishan

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Circle LineTowards Dhoby Ghaut

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

Serangoon

purple interchange

+4.25 min

4.25 min · 2.06 km

MacPherson

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.12 km

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

interchange MacPherson — 5 min

Platform 1 · Downtown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Bukit Panjang

+5 min

MacPherson

orange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Downtown LineTowards Bukit Panjang

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

Tampines

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.47 km

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

interchange Tampines — 5 min

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

+5 min

Tampines

blue interchange

Platform 1·elevated·East-West LineTowards Pasir Ris

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

Pasir Ris

Arrive Platform 1·elevated2.88 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

12.05 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Novena	05:00	23:00	Towards Jurong East
Pasir Ris	05:30	00:00	Towards Novena

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$1.86

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

S$1.76

Save S$0.1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

S$1.76

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

1.63 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.75 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~48 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

S$1.86

Bike

S$82

Auto

S$174

Cab

S$316

Estimates for 12.05 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Jurong EastMarina South Pier

Dhoby GhautHarbourFront

North-South Line

Departure station

Novena

underground

Novena, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Pasir Ris

elevated

Pasir Ris, Singapore

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Pasir Ris exit A· White Sands♿

Pasir Ris exit B· White Sands♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water