Tongkang LRT Station
Tongkang is a Light Rapid Transit station on the Sengkang LRT West Loop, carrying the station code SW7. It sits within the Sengkang new town in northeastern Singapore, serving a predominantly residential area made up of public housing estates. Like all stations on this loop, it operates as part of the automated, driverless system that connects residents within Sengkang to the wider MRT network.
Tongkang on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop) map
Tongkang station at a glance
| Station codes | SW7 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Sengkang LRT (West Loop) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 同港 |
| Tamil name | தொங்காங் |
| Next stations |
See Tongkang on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Tongkang is not an interchange station, so passengers travelling beyond the West Loop will need to ride the loop to Sengkang MRT, where connections to the North East Line are available. On the West Loop itself, the neighbouring stations are Layar on one side and Renjong on the other. The loop runs in a single direction, so the route between any two stations is straightforward to follow using the station sequence.
The area around Tongkang station is a quiet residential neighbourhood consisting mainly of HDB flats and the everyday amenities that accompany them, such as void deck spaces, small shops, and local walking paths. There are no major landmarks or large commercial developments immediately adjacent to this station that are widely recognised beyond the local community. Visitors to the area are most likely residents or those calling on someone living in the surrounding blocks.
Around Tongkang station
Tongkang LRT station sits within a largely residential neighbourhood in the Sengkang new town area, surrounded by public housing estates and everyday amenities. The area caters well to local residents, with community facilities such as Life Community and food options like Kwek Seng Huat Eating House within a short walk. Larger retail and healthcare facilities, including Buangkok Square Mall and Sengkang General and Community Hospital, are reachable within the broader Sengkang and Buangkok district.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Community | Community club | About 270 m (~4 min walk) | Visit for community programmes, activities, and social services for residents. |
| Kwek Seng Huat Eating House | Food centre | About 410 m (~7 min walk) | A local eating house offering cooked food and everyday dining options. |
| Anchorvale 303 Foodcourt | Food centre | About 560 m (~9 min walk) | A foodcourt within a residential block suitable for a casual meal. |
| Buangkok Square Mall | Shopping mall | About 740 m (~12 min walk) | A neighbourhood mall with retail shops and dining options. |
| Masjid Al-Mawaddah | Place of worship | About 820 m (~13 min walk) | A mosque serving the local Muslim community for worship and religious activities. |
| Buangkok Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 970 m (~16 min walk) | A bus interchange for connecting to various bus routes across Singapore. |
| Sengkang General & Community Hospital | Hospital | About 990 m (~16 min walk) | A public hospital and community hospital providing general and specialist medical care. |
| Compass One | Shopping mall | About 1060 m (~17 min walk) | A larger shopping mall with a wider range of retail, dining, and services. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Tongkang 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 Tongkang (2 stops). About 16 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 Tongkang (2 stops). About 14 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 Tongkang (2 stops). About 13 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 Tongkang (2 stops). About 17 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 Tongkang (2 stops). About 16 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 Tongkang (2 stops). About 16 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Tongkang station
- Life Community and Kwek Seng Huat Eating House are close enough for a comfortable walk from the station, making them easy to reach on foot.
- Buangkok Square Mall, Masjid Al-Mawaddah, and Sengkang General and Community Hospital are further away, so consider taking the LRT to a nearer station or using a connecting bus to save time.
- Compass One is over a kilometre away and is more conveniently reached by continuing on the LRT to Sengkang station rather than walking.
- During peak hours the LRT can be busier than usual, so allow extra time if you are heading to an appointment at the hospital or making a bus connection at Buangkok Bus Interchange.
All stations on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop)
In order along the line, with Tongkang marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| SW1 | Cheng Lim | None |
| SW2 | Farmway | None |
| SW3 | Kupang | None |
| SW4 | Thanggam | None |
| SW5 | Fernvale | None |
| SW6 | Layar | None |
| SW7 | Tongkang (you are here) | None |
| SW8 | Renjong | None |
Read the full Sengkang LRT (West Loop) guide.
Tongkang station: common questions
Which line is Tongkang LRT station on?
Tongkang is on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop). Its station code is SW7.
Is Tongkang an interchange station?
No. Tongkang is served by the Sengkang LRT (West Loop) only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Tongkang LRT station?
Nearby places include Life Community at approximately 270 metres, Kwek Seng Huat Eating House at approximately 410 metres, and Anchorvale 303 Foodcourt at approximately 560 metres, along with Buangkok Square Mall and Sengkang General and Community Hospital a little further away.
Which food centre is closest to Tongkang LRT station?
Kwek Seng Huat Eating House is the closest food centre, at approximately 410 metres or roughly 7 minutes on foot, followed by Anchorvale 303 Foodcourt at approximately 560 metres.
How far is Sengkang General and Community Hospital from Tongkang station?
Sengkang General and Community Hospital is approximately 990 metres from Tongkang LRT station, which is roughly a 16-minute walk, though taking the LRT or a bus may be more practical.
How do I get to Tongkang 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 Tongkang (2 stops). About 16 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.