Bakau LRT Station
Bakau station is part of the Sengkang LRT network, operating on the East Loop with station code SE3. It sits within Sengkang, a largely residential new town in the north-east of Singapore. The station serves the local population living in the surrounding public housing estates, providing a convenient link to the broader Sengkang transport network for everyday journeys.
Bakau on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop) map
Bakau station at a glance
| Station codes | SE3 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Sengkang LRT (East Loop) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 码高 |
| Tamil name | பக்காவ் |
| Next stations |
See Bakau on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Bakau does not function as an interchange station, so passengers needing to change lines will have to travel to Sengkang MRT and LRT interchange. From Bakau, the East Loop runs to the neighbouring stations of Rumbia and Kangkar, connecting riders to those residential pockets of the town. Continuing along the loop eventually brings passengers back to Sengkang station, where connections to the North East Line MRT are available.
The area around Bakau station is predominantly made up of public housing blocks and the everyday amenities that come with them, including void deck shops, small eateries, and neighbourhood convenience stores. There are no major standalone landmarks immediately adjacent to the station, but the surrounding Sengkang estate is well equipped with parks, playgrounds, and local facilities that residents can reach comfortably on foot.
Around Bakau station
Bakau LRT station sits within a largely residential neighbourhood in the Sengkang new town area of northeastern Singapore. The surrounding streets are lined with HDB blocks and served by nearby amenities including Rivervale Mall and Rivervale Plaza. A joint testing and vaccination centre also operates close by, reflecting the community-focused nature of this estate.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffeehood & Tea Hall | Food centre | About 360 m (~6 min walk) | Visit for local coffee, tea and casual dining options. |
| 9S Coffee Shop | Food centre | About 360 m (~6 min walk) | A neighbourhood coffee shop serving everyday meals and drinks. |
| Sengkang Joint Testing & Vaccination Centre | Hospital | About 370 m (~6 min walk) | A community health facility offering testing and vaccination services. |
| Rivervale Mall | Shopping mall | About 480 m (~8 min walk) | A suburban mall with a mix of retail and dining outlets. |
| Rivervale Plaza | Shopping mall | About 490 m (~8 min walk) | A neighbourhood shopping plaza with everyday retail and food options. |
| Food Junction | Food centre | About 510 m (~8 min walk) | A food court offering a variety of cooked food stalls. |
| Sengkang New Market | Market / hawker centre | About 550 m (~9 min walk) | A traditional wet market and hawker centre for fresh produce and local food. |
| Punggol Plaza | Shopping mall | About 1100 m (~18 min walk) | A larger shopping mall further out with broader retail and dining choices. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Bakau 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 Bakau (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 Bakau (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 Bakau (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 Bakau (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 Bakau (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 Bakau (3 stops). About 17 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Bakau station
- Most of the nearby food centres and malls are within a ten-minute walk of the station, so walking is a reasonable option for short trips in dry weather.
- Punggol Plaza is approximately 1,100 metres away, which makes it a noticeably longer walk compared to the other destinations; consider taking the LRT or another mode of transport to get there more comfortably.
- Bakau is a station on the Sengkang LRT East Loop, so you may need to travel via Sengkang MRT interchange to connect to other lines or cross-town destinations.
- The LRT operates in a loop direction, so if your intended stop appears to be just one station away on the map, it may be quicker to travel the longer way around depending on the current loop direction.
All stations on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop)
In order along the line, with Bakau marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| SE1 | Compassvale | None |
| SE2 | Rumbia | None |
| SE3 | Bakau (you are here) | None |
| SE4 | Kangkar | None |
| SE5 | Ranggung | None |
Read the full Sengkang LRT (East Loop) guide.
Bakau station: common questions
Which line is Bakau LRT station on?
Bakau is on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop). Its station code is SE3.
Is Bakau an interchange station?
No. Bakau is served by the Sengkang LRT (East Loop) only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Bakau LRT station?
The area around Bakau station has several food centres, including The Coffeehood and Tea Hall and 9S Coffee Shop, both roughly 360 metres away. Rivervale Mall and Rivervale Plaza are also nearby at approximately 480 to 490 metres, along with the Sengkang Joint Testing and Vaccination Centre.
Which mall or food centre is closest to Bakau LRT station?
The closest food options are The Coffeehood and Tea Hall and 9S Coffee Shop, both approximately 360 metres away or about a six-minute walk. Rivervale Mall is the nearest shopping mall at approximately 480 metres.
How far is Sengkang New Market from Bakau LRT station?
Sengkang New Market is approximately 550 metres from Bakau station, which is roughly a nine-minute walk. Please note this is a straight-line distance and the actual walking route may be slightly longer.
How do I get to Bakau 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 Bakau (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 (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.