Cashew MRT Station
Cashew MRT station is a station on the Downtown Line, carrying the station code DT2. It sits within a quiet, low-density residential area in the Bukit Timah region of Singapore, serving the surrounding housing estates and providing rail access for residents who might otherwise rely on buses or private transport to reach the city.
Cashew on the Downtown Line map
Cashew station at a glance
| Station codes | DT2 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Downtown Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 凯秀 |
| Tamil name | கேஷ்யூ |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Downtown Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:30 AM, last train 11:35 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Cashew on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Cashew is not an interchange station, so all journeys require you to remain on the Downtown Line. Travelling one stop in either direction brings you to Bukit Panjang, where you can connect to the Light Rapid Transit system, or to Hillview, which continues the line further towards the city centre and beyond to interchange stations offering connections to other MRT lines.
The area around Cashew station is predominantly made up of private housing, landed properties, and low-rise residential streets with a neighbourhood feel. The surrounding greenery reflects its proximity to the Bukit Timah nature corridor. Residents and visitors generally use the station as a starting or finishing point for journeys rather than as a destination for specific landmarks, though local amenities such as small shops and eateries can be found within a short walk.
Around Cashew station
Cashew MRT station sits within a quiet, predominantly residential neighbourhood of low-rise housing and greenery in the Bukit Timah and Hillview area. The immediate surroundings are calm and suburban, with local dining options such as Timbre+ Hillview and Ga Hock coffeeshop serving the nearby community. Further along, the Bukit Panjang area offers more retail and transport options, including Hillion Mall and Bukit Panjang Plaza.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cashew Road Playground | Park | About 140 m (~2 min walk) | A neighbourhood playground suitable for children and a short outdoor stroll. |
| Timbre+ Hillview | Food centre | About 340 m (~6 min walk) | A food and beverage destination with a variety of dining concepts in a casual setting. |
| Ga Hock coffeeshop | Food centre | About 430 m (~7 min walk) | A traditional coffeeshop offering local food and drinks for everyday meals. |
| HillV2 Mall | Shopping mall | About 660 m (~11 min walk) | A mid-sized suburban mall with retail and dining options for the Hillview community. |
| Trinity Theological College | College | About 970 m (~16 min walk) | A theological college campus for those visiting for academic or religious purposes. |
| Hillion Mall | Shopping mall | About 1020 m (~17 min walk) | A shopping mall in Bukit Panjang with a range of retail and dining outlets. |
| Bukit Panjang Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 1040 m (~17 min walk) | A major bus interchange providing access to many bus routes across the region. |
| Bukit Panjang Plaza | Shopping mall | About 1070 m (~17 min walk) | A shopping mall in Bukit Panjang adjacent to the bus interchange area. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Cashew by MRT
Worked out from the network map. Stop counts are station to station and do not include walking or waiting time.
| From Changi Airport | Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Bugis (10 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bugis to Cashew (11 stops). About 21 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Newton (1 stop), then change to the Downtown Line from Newton to Cashew (8 stops). About 9 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Newton (4 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Newton to Cashew (8 stops). About 12 stops with 1 change. |
| From Jurong East | Take the North South Line from Jurong East to Choa Chu Kang (3 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Choa Chu Kang to Bukit Panjang (5 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bukit Panjang to Cashew (1 stop). About 9 stops with 2 changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Choa Chu Kang (4 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Choa Chu Kang to Bukit Panjang (5 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bukit Panjang to Cashew (1 stop). About 10 stops with 2 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Little India (4 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Little India to Cashew (9 stops). About 13 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Cashew station
- Cashew Road Playground and Timbre+ Hillview are both reachable on foot without much effort, making them good options for a leisurely visit from the station.
- HillV2 Mall is approximately an 11-minute walk, which is manageable, but taking a bus towards Hillview can save time, especially in warm or wet weather.
- Hillion Mall, Bukit Panjang Plaza, and Bukit Panjang Bus Interchange are all roughly 17 minutes away on foot, so hopping on a bus from near the station is advisable for a more comfortable journey.
- During morning and evening peak hours, trains on the Downtown Line can be busier, so allow extra time if you are making a connection or heading to the Bukit Panjang area.
All stations on the Downtown Line
In order along the line, with Cashew marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| DT1 | Bukit Panjang | DT / BP |
| DT2 | Cashew (you are here) | – |
| DT3 | Hillview | – |
| DT5 | Beauty World | – |
| DT6 | King Albert Park | – |
| DT7 | Sixth Avenue | – |
| DT8 | Tan Kah Kee | – |
| DT9 | Botanic Gardens | DT / CC |
| DT10 | Stevens | DT / TE |
| DT11 | Newton | NS / DT |
| DT12 | Little India | DT / NE |
| DT13 | Rochor | – |
| DT14 | Bugis | DT / EW |
| DT15 | Promenade | CC / DT |
| DT16 | Bayfront | CE / DT |
| DT17 | Downtown | – |
| DT18 | Telok Ayer | – |
| DT19 | Chinatown | DT / NE |
| DT20 | Fort Canning | – |
| DT21 | Bencoolen | – |
| DT22 | Jalan Besar | – |
| DT23 | Bendemeer | – |
| DT24 | Geylang Bahru | – |
| DT25 | Mattar | – |
| DT26 | MacPherson | CC / DT |
| DT27 | Ubi | – |
| DT28 | Kaki Bukit | – |
| DT29 | Bedok North | – |
| DT30 | Bedok Reservoir | – |
| DT31 | Tampines West | – |
| DT32 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| DT33 | Tampines East | – |
| DT34 | Upper Changi | – |
| DT35 | Expo | DT / CG |
Read the full Downtown Line guide.
Cashew station: common questions
Which line is Cashew MRT station on?
Cashew is on the Downtown Line. Its station code is DT2.
Is Cashew an interchange station?
No. Cashew is served by the Downtown Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Cashew?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Cashew a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Downtown Line first train 5:30 AM, last train 11:35 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Cashew MRT station?
The area around Cashew MRT station includes Cashew Road Playground at approximately 140 m, Timbre+ Hillview at approximately 340 m, and Ga Hock coffeeshop at approximately 430 m, among other places further afield such as HillV2 Mall and Trinity Theological College.
Which food centre or mall is closest to Cashew MRT station?
Timbre+ Hillview is the closest food centre, at approximately 340 m and roughly a 6-minute walk. For shopping, HillV2 Mall is the nearest mall at approximately 660 m, around an 11-minute walk.
How far is Bukit Panjang Plaza from Cashew MRT station?
Bukit Panjang Plaza is approximately 1,070 m from Cashew MRT station in a straight line, which is roughly a 17-minute walk. Taking a bus from near the station may be a more convenient option.
How do I get to Cashew from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Bugis (10 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bugis to Cashew (11 stops). About 21 stops with 1 change.
Sources: station codes, line colours and interchanges from the LTA rail system map; operating hours from SMRT and SBS Transit. Last reviewed September 2026.
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Downtown Line is listed on its line guide, with the full route and interchanges. For times, see the first and last train guide, and for the whole network in one view use the interactive Singapore MRT map or the PDF map.