Outram Park MRT Station
Outram Park is an interchange MRT station in Singapore served by two lines: the Thomson East Coast Line, where it carries the station code TE17, and the East West Line, where it is coded EW16. The station sits at the edge of a largely residential area in the Outram district, close to where older public housing meets the fringes of the city centre, making it a busy stop for commuters travelling between the central region and points further east or west.
Outram Park on the Thomson East Coast Line map
Outram Park station at a glance
| Station codes | TE17EW16 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Thomson East Coast Line East West Line |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 欧南园 |
| Tamil name | ஊட்ரம் பார்க் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Thomson East Coast Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM East West Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Outram Park on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Passengers can transfer at Outram Park between the Thomson East Coast Line and the East West Line without leaving the station. On the Thomson East Coast Line, neighbouring stations are Havelock to the north and Maxwell to the south. On the East West Line, Tiong Bahru lies to the west and Tanjong Pagar to the east. This makes the station a practical interchange point for those heading towards Orchard and the city centre, the eastern suburbs, or destinations along the southern stretch of the Thomson East Coast Line.
The immediate surroundings of Outram Park station include the Singapore General Hospital campus, one of the largest hospital complexes in the country, which is within walking distance. The area around the station also takes in parts of Outram Road and the older shophouse streets of the Outram neighbourhood, where local food shops and small businesses line the pavements, giving the district a character that mixes everyday residential life with medical and civic facilities.
Around Outram Park station
Outram Park station sits at the edge of several distinct districts, blending heritage, healthcare and commercial activity. The historic Chinatown precinct lies within walking distance, alongside the sprawling Singapore General Hospital campus. The area also draws visitors interested in culture and museums, including Baba House and the Buddha Tooth Relic Museum.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fluxus House | Gallery | About 130 m (~2 min walk) | Visit The Fluxus House for contemporary art exhibitions in a gallery setting. |
| Baba House | Museum | About 410 m (~7 min walk) | Visit Baba House to explore Peranakan heritage and traditional architecture. |
| Chinatown | Attraction | About 450 m (~7 min walk) | Visit Chinatown for cultural landmarks, street food and heritage shophouses. |
| Buddha Tooth Relic Museum | Museum | About 550 m (~9 min walk) | Visit Buddha Tooth Relic Museum for Buddhist art, relics and cultural displays. |
| Singapore General Hospital | Hospital | About 550 m (~9 min walk) | Visit Singapore General Hospital for a wide range of public medical services. |
| Singapore City Gallery | Museum | About 620 m (~10 min walk) | Visit Singapore City Gallery for interactive exhibits on Singapore's urban planning. |
| Guoco Tower | Shopping mall | About 730 m (~12 min walk) | Visit Guoco Tower for retail, dining and a major commercial hub experience. |
| Icon Village | Shopping mall | About 760 m (~12 min walk) | Visit Icon Village for a mix of dining and lifestyle retail options. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Outram Park 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 Outram Park (14 stops). About 14 stops, no changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Outram Park (3 stops). About 3 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Outram Park (3 stops). About 3 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Outram Park (8 stops). About 8 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Outram Park (14 stops). About 14 stops, no changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Dhoby Ghaut (3 stops), then change to the North South Line from Dhoby Ghaut to City Hall (1 stop), then change to the East West Line from City Hall to Outram Park (3 stops). About 7 stops with 2 changes. |
Tips for using Outram Park station
- Outram Park is an interchange station between the Thomson-East Coast Line and the East West Line, so plan your onward journey according to which line serves your destination best.
- The Fluxus House gallery is the closest attraction and is an easy short walk from the station, making it a convenient first stop.
- Places such as Guoco Tower and Icon Village are roughly 12 minutes on foot, so allow extra time or consider connecting via a nearby interchange rather than walking if you are short on time.
- During peak hours the station can be busy due to interchange traffic, so allow additional time when transferring between lines or exiting.
All stations on the Thomson East Coast Line
In order along the line, with Outram Park marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| TE1 | Woodlands North | – |
| TE2 | Woodlands | NS / TE |
| TE3 | Woodlands South | – |
| TE4 | Springleaf | – |
| TE5 | Lentor | – |
| TE7 | Bright Hill | – |
| TE8 | Upper Thomson | – |
| TE9 | Caldecott | CC / TE |
| TE10 | Mount Pleasant | – |
| TE11 | Stevens | DT / TE |
| TE12 | Napier | – |
| TE13 | Orchard Boulevard | – |
| TE14 | Orchard | TE / NS |
| TE15 | Great World | – |
| TE16 | Havelock | – |
| TE17 | Outram Park (you are here) | TE / EW |
| TE18 | Maxwell | – |
| TE19 | Shenton Way | – |
| TE20 | Marina Bay | CE / TE |
| TE21 | Marina South | – |
| TE22 | Gardens by the Bay | – |
Read the full Thomson East Coast Line guide.
All stations on the East West Line
In order along the line, with Outram Park marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| EW1 | Pasir Ris | – |
| EW2 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| EW3 | Simei | – |
| EW4 | Tanah Merah | – |
| EW5 | Bedok | – |
| EW6 | Kembangan | – |
| EW7 | Eunos | – |
| EW8 | Paya Lebar | CC / EW |
| EW9 | Aljunied | – |
| EW10 | Kallang | – |
| EW11 | Lavender | – |
| EW12 | Bugis | DT / EW |
| EW13 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| EW14 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| EW15 | Tanjong Pagar | – |
| EW16 | Outram Park (you are here) | TE / EW |
| EW17 | Tiong Bahru | – |
| EW18 | Redhill | – |
| EW19 | Queenstown | – |
| EW20 | Commonwealth | – |
| EW21 | Buona Vista | EW / CC |
| EW22 | Dover | – |
| EW23 | Clementi | – |
| EW24 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| EW25 | Chinese Garden | – |
| EW26 | Lakeside | – |
| EW27 | Boon Lay | – |
| EW28 | Pioneer | – |
| EW29 | Joo Koon | – |
| EW30 | Gul Circle | – |
| EW31 | Tuas Crescent | – |
| EW32 | Tuas West Road | – |
| EW33 | Tuas Link | – |
Read the full East West Line guide.
Outram Park station: common questions
Which line is Outram Park MRT station on?
Outram Park is on the Thomson East Coast Line and the East West Line. Its station codes are TE17 and EW16.
Is Outram Park an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the Thomson East Coast Line and the East West Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Outram Park?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Outram Park a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Thomson East Coast Line first train 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Outram Park MRT station?
Nearby places include The Fluxus House gallery at approximately 130 metres, Baba House museum at approximately 410 metres, Chinatown at approximately 450 metres, and Singapore General Hospital at approximately 550 metres, among others.
Which shopping mall is closest to Outram Park station?
Guoco Tower is the closest shopping mall, at approximately 730 metres and roughly 12 minutes on foot, followed by Icon Village at approximately 760 metres.
How far is the Buddha Tooth Relic Museum from Outram Park station?
The Buddha Tooth Relic Museum is approximately 550 metres from the station, which is roughly a 9-minute walk.
How do I get to Outram Park from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Outram Park (14 stops). About 14 stops, no changes.
Sources: station codes, line colours and interchanges from the LTA rail system map; operating hours from SMRT and SBS Transit. Last reviewed September 2026.
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Thomson East Coast Line and the East West 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.