Compassvale LRT Station
Compassvale LRT station is coded SE1 and sits on the Sengkang LRT East Loop, one of the two automated light rail loops serving Sengkang New Town in the north-east of Singapore. It is not an interchange station. The station serves a predominantly residential area, connecting residents of the surrounding housing estates to the broader Sengkang transport network and, through it, the rest of the city.
Compassvale on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop) map
Compassvale station at a glance
| Station codes | SE1 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Sengkang LRT (East Loop) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 康埔桦 |
| Tamil name | கம்பஸ்வேல் |
| Next stations |
See Compassvale on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From Compassvale, you can travel along the East Loop to reach neighbouring Rumbia station. Continuing around the loop in either direction eventually brings you to Sengkang MRT and LRT station, where you can change to the North East Line for direct access to destinations across Singapore, including Hougang, Serangoon, Dhoby Ghaut, and HarbourFront. The East Loop runs as a continuous circuit, so both directions of travel lead to the same interchange point.
The station sits within a largely residential part of Sengkang, surrounded by Housing and Development Board blocks, void decks, and neighbourhood amenities typical of a mature Singapore housing estate. Residents in the area have access to local shops, eating houses, and small neighbourhood parks within walking distance. If you are looking for specific commercial or recreational facilities, the Sengkang interchange area, a short loop ride away, offers a broader range of options.
Around Compassvale station
Compassvale LRT station sits within a well-established residential neighbourhood in Sengkang, surrounded by public housing estates and everyday amenities. Rivervale Community Centre is a short stroll away, while Rivervale Mall and Compass One serve the shopping needs of residents in the area. The neighbourhood is well served by food centres, community facilities and healthcare options within walking distance.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivervale Community Centre | Community club | About 220 m (~4 min walk) | Visit for community programmes, events and recreational activities for all ages. |
| Food Junction | Food centre | About 480 m (~8 min walk) | Head here for a wide variety of cooked food stalls and casual dining options. |
| Koufu | Food centre | About 490 m (~8 min walk) | A popular spot for affordable local meals and food court dining. |
| Rivervale Mall | Shopping mall | About 520 m (~8 min walk) | A neighbourhood mall offering retail shops, dining and everyday services. |
| Sengkang Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 580 m (~9 min walk) | Use this interchange to connect to bus routes serving the wider Sengkang area. |
| Compass One | Shopping mall | About 670 m (~11 min walk) | A larger mall with a broader range of retail, dining and lifestyle options. |
| Sengkang Public Library | Library | About 700 m (~11 min walk) | Borrow books, use study spaces or attend library programmes here. |
| Sengkang General & Community Hospital | Hospital | About 880 m (~14 min walk) | Seek medical consultations, specialist care or emergency services at this hospital. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Compassvale 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 Compassvale (1 stop). About 15 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 Compassvale (1 stop). About 13 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 Compassvale (1 stop). About 12 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 Compassvale (1 stop). About 16 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 Compassvale (1 stop). About 15 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 Compassvale (1 stop). About 15 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Compassvale station
- Rivervale Community Centre is the closest landmark and is reachable on foot in around four minutes, making it one of the easiest stops from the station.
- Compass One and Sengkang Public Library are roughly an eleven-minute walk, so consider taking the LRT to Sengkang station to reach them more quickly.
- Sengkang General and Community Hospital is approximately fourteen minutes on foot, so allow extra time if you are heading there, particularly during peak hours.
- For onward bus connections to destinations beyond the LRT network, Sengkang Bus Interchange is around a nine-minute walk from the station.
All stations on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop)
In order along the line, with Compassvale marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| SE1 | Compassvale (you are here) | None |
| SE2 | Rumbia | None |
| SE3 | Bakau | None |
| SE4 | Kangkar | None |
| SE5 | Ranggung | None |
Read the full Sengkang LRT (East Loop) guide.
Compassvale station: common questions
Which line is Compassvale LRT station on?
Compassvale is on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop). Its station code is SE1.
Is Compassvale an interchange station?
No. Compassvale is served by the Sengkang LRT (East Loop) only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Compassvale LRT station?
The station is close to Rivervale Community Centre, Food Junction, Koufu, Rivervale Mall, Sengkang Bus Interchange, Compass One, Sengkang Public Library and Sengkang General and Community Hospital, all within approximately 900 metres.
Which mall or food centre is closest to Compassvale station?
Rivervale Mall is the closest mall at approximately 520 metres, while Food Junction and Koufu are the nearest food centres at roughly 480 and 490 metres respectively.
How far is Sengkang General and Community Hospital from Compassvale station?
Sengkang General and Community Hospital is approximately 880 metres from the station, which is roughly a fourteen-minute walk.
How do I get to Compassvale 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 Compassvale (1 stop). About 15 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 (East 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.