Kupang LRT Station
Kupang is a station on the Sengkang LRT West Loop, carrying the station code SW3. It sits within the Sengkang new town in northeastern Singapore, serving a predominantly residential area made up of public housing estates. The station is part of the automated light rail network that connects residents in Sengkang to the broader MRT system, making it a useful local link for daily commuters living in this part of the town.
Kupang on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop) map
Kupang station at a glance
| Station codes | SW3 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Sengkang LRT (West Loop) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 古邦 |
| Tamil name | கூப்பாங் |
| Next stations |
See Kupang on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Kupang is not an interchange station, so passengers needing to transfer to other MRT lines will have to travel along the West Loop to reach Sengkang MRT station, which connects to the North East Line. From Kupang, the West Loop runs to Farmway station on one side and Thanggam station on the other, allowing riders to move around the western portion of the Sengkang LRT loop and access the various residential precincts along the way.
The immediate surroundings of Kupang station are largely made up of HDB residential blocks, void decks, and the everyday amenities that come with a mature Sengkang neighbourhood, including small shops and food options within the housing estate. There are no major standalone landmarks directly beside the station, but residents use it as a convenient point of access to the shops, schools, and community facilities spread throughout this part of Sengkang town.
Around Kupang station
Kupang LRT station sits within a largely residential neighbourhood in the Sengkang area, surrounded by public housing estates and community amenities. Sengkang Riverside Park lies within walking distance, offering green space along the waterway. Nearby facilities such as Anchorvale Community Club and several hawker centres serve the everyday needs of local residents.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sengkang Riverside Park | Park | About 540 m (~9 min walk) | Visit Sengkang Riverside Park for outdoor walks and recreational activities along the riverside. |
| Anchorvale Community Club | Community club | About 610 m (~10 min walk) | Head to Anchorvale Community Club for community programmes and social activities. |
| Food Paradise | Food centre | About 750 m (~12 min walk) | Food Paradise is a food centre suitable for a casual meal with local hawker options. |
| Sengkang West Zone E Residents' Network | Community club | About 770 m (~13 min walk) | Sengkang West Zone E Residents' Network is a community space for neighbourhood events and resident services. |
| Anchorvale Hawker Centre | Food centre | About 800 m (~13 min walk) | Anchorvale Hawker Centre offers a range of local food stalls for everyday dining. |
| Fernvale Market Place | Market / hawker centre | About 840 m (~14 min walk) | Fernvale Market Place is a combined market and hawker centre for fresh produce and cooked food. |
| Kopitiam | Food centre | About 840 m (~14 min walk) | Kopitiam is a food centre where visitors can find a variety of local meals and drinks. |
| The Seletar Mall | Shopping mall | About 930 m (~15 min walk) | The Seletar Mall is a shopping mall with retail shops, dining options and services. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Kupang by LRT
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 Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Serangoon (4 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Kupang (3 stops). About 17 stops with 3 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Dhoby Ghaut (2 stops), then change to the North East Line from Dhoby Ghaut to Sengkang (10 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Kupang (3 stops). About 15 stops with 2 changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Dhoby Ghaut (1 stop), then change to the North East Line from Dhoby Ghaut to Sengkang (10 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Kupang (3 stops). About 14 stops with 2 changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Buona Vista (3 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Buona Vista to Serangoon (8 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Kupang (3 stops). About 18 stops with 3 changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Bishan (8 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Bishan to Serangoon (2 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Kupang (3 stops). About 17 stops with 3 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Sengkang (14 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Kupang (3 stops). About 17 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Kupang station
- Sengkang Riverside Park is the closest major attraction and is manageable on foot in under ten minutes for most visitors.
- The Seletar Mall is the furthest destination on the list at roughly 15 minutes on foot, so allow extra time or consider continuing by road transport if you prefer a shorter walk.
- During morning and evening peak hours, trains on the Sengkang LRT West Loop can be busier, so plan your journey with a little extra time.
- If you are heading to multiple hawker centres or the community club in one trip, map your route in advance as they are spread across slightly different directions from the station.
All stations on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop)
In order along the line, with Kupang marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| SW1 | Cheng Lim | None |
| SW2 | Farmway | None |
| SW3 | Kupang (you are here) | None |
| SW4 | Thanggam | None |
| SW5 | Fernvale | None |
| SW6 | Layar | None |
| SW7 | Tongkang | None |
| SW8 | Renjong | None |
Read the full Sengkang LRT (West Loop) guide.
Kupang station: common questions
Which line is Kupang LRT station on?
Kupang is on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop). Its station code is SW3.
Is Kupang an interchange station?
No. Kupang is served by the Sengkang LRT (West Loop) only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Kupang LRT station?
Nearby places include Sengkang Riverside Park at approximately 540 m, Anchorvale Community Club at approximately 610 m, and several hawker centres such as Food Paradise and Anchorvale Hawker Centre within about 800 m. The Seletar Mall is also reachable on foot at approximately 930 m from the station.
Which food centre is closest to Kupang station?
Food Paradise is the closest food centre, at approximately 750 m from the station, which is roughly a 12-minute walk.
How far is The Seletar Mall from Kupang LRT station?
The Seletar Mall is approximately 930 m from Kupang station in a straight line, which works out to roughly a 15-minute walk.
How do I get to Kupang from Changi Airport by LRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Serangoon (4 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Kupang (3 stops). About 17 stops with 3 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.
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop) 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.