Rumbia LRT Station
Rumbia is a station on the Sengkang LRT East Loop, carrying the station code SE2. It forms part of the automated light rail network that serves Sengkang New Town, a large residential area in the north-east of Singapore. The station sits within a quiet, predominantly HDB neighbourhood and provides residents with a convenient connection to the broader Sengkang MRT and LRT network.
Rumbia on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop) map
Rumbia station at a glance
| Station codes | SE2 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Sengkang LRT (East Loop) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 棕美 |
| Tamil name | ரூம்பியா |
| Next stations |
See Rumbia on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Rumbia is not an interchange station, so passengers travelling beyond the East Loop will need to continue along the line to reach a connection point. Its two neighbouring stations are Compassvale, one stop in one direction, and Bakau, one stop in the other. From those and other stations on the loop, riders can connect at Sengkang MRT station onto the North East Line for travel across the city.
The area around Rumbia station is a typical Sengkang residential precinct, characterised by HDB blocks, void decks, and neighbourhood amenities such as small shops and food outlets within easy walking distance. There are no major landmarks or large commercial developments immediately beside this station, but the surrounding estate offers the everyday conveniences that residents of the town rely on, making it a practical local stop for the community it serves.
Around Rumbia station
Rumbia LRT station sits within a quiet, largely residential neighbourhood in the Rivervale area of Sengkang. The surrounding streets are lined with HDB blocks and served by everyday amenities, including Rivervale Mall and Rivervale Green Park within easy walking distance. It is a practical, community-oriented area catering mainly to local residents.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivervale Green Park | Park | About 50 m (~1 min walk) | A small neighbourhood park good for a quiet outdoor break. |
| Rivervale Mall | Shopping mall | About 190 m (~3 min walk) | A nearby shopping mall with a range of retail and dining options. |
| Food Junction | Food centre | About 230 m (~4 min walk) | A food centre offering a variety of cooked food stalls for a meal. |
| Sengkang Joint Testing & Vaccination Centre | Hospital | About 270 m (~4 min walk) | A medical facility providing testing and vaccination services. |
| 9S Coffee Shop | Food centre | About 610 m (~10 min walk) | A coffee shop serving food and drinks in the neighbourhood. |
| The Coffeehood & Tea Hall | Food centre | About 630 m (~10 min walk) | A café and tea hall for drinks and light refreshments. |
| Rivervale Plaza | Shopping mall | About 810 m (~13 min walk) | A larger shopping mall with more retail variety, a longer walk away. |
| Punggol Plaza | Shopping mall | About 850 m (~14 min walk) | A shopping mall across the Sengkang and Punggol border, for a wider range of shops. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Rumbia 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 Rumbia (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 Rumbia (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 Rumbia (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 Rumbia (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 Rumbia (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 Rumbia (2 stops). About 16 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Rumbia station
- Rivervale Green Park and Rivervale Mall are both within a short walk of the station, making them easy to reach on foot without extra planning.
- Food Junction and the Sengkang Joint Testing and Vaccination Centre are also reachable on foot in around four minutes, so allow a little extra time at peak hours when the surrounding paths can be busier.
- Rivervale Plaza and Punggol Plaza are both over 800 metres away, so you may prefer to take another LRT or bus connection rather than walking, especially in warm weather.
- Rumbia is a station on the Sengkang LRT East Loop, so if you are travelling from further afield, change to the LRT at Sengkang MRT interchange and ride to this stop rather than trying to walk from a neighbouring station.
All stations on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop)
In order along the line, with Rumbia marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| SE1 | Compassvale | None |
| SE2 | Rumbia (you are here) | None |
| SE3 | Bakau | None |
| SE4 | Kangkar | None |
| SE5 | Ranggung | None |
Read the full Sengkang LRT (East Loop) guide.
Rumbia station: common questions
Which line is Rumbia LRT station on?
Rumbia is on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop). Its station code is SE2.
Is Rumbia an interchange station?
No. Rumbia is served by the Sengkang LRT (East Loop) only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Rumbia LRT station?
Close by you will find Rivervale Green Park at approximately 50 metres, Rivervale Mall at approximately 190 metres, and Food Junction at approximately 230 metres, along with the Sengkang Joint Testing and Vaccination Centre at approximately 270 metres.
Which shopping mall is closest to Rumbia LRT station?
Rivervale Mall is the closest shopping mall, approximately 190 metres from the station, which is roughly a 3-minute walk.
How far is Punggol Plaza from Rumbia LRT station?
Punggol Plaza is approximately 850 metres from Rumbia LRT station, which is roughly a 14-minute walk, so you may wish to consider an alternative transport option.
How do I get to Rumbia 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 Rumbia (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 (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.