Commonwealth MRT Station
Commonwealth MRT station is a stop on the East West Line, carrying the station code EW20. It serves a predominantly residential area in the western part of Singapore, with the surrounding neighbourhood made up largely of public housing estates and local amenities catering to everyday needs. The station sits within a quiet, established part of the city that has long been home to a settled community.
Commonwealth on the East West Line map
Commonwealth station at a glance
| Station codes | EW20 |
|---|---|
| Lines | East West Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 联邦 |
| Tamil name | காமன்வெல்த் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | East West Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Commonwealth on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From Commonwealth, you can travel east along the East West Line towards Queenstown, the next station in that direction, or west towards Buona Vista, which is an interchange station where you can switch to the Circle Line. Buona Vista is just one stop away, making it straightforward to connect to the Circle Line network without a lengthy journey from Commonwealth itself.
The station is close to Commonwealth Avenue West and the residential blocks of the Queenstown and Commonwealth area, with neighbourhood shops, hawker centres, and amenities within walking distance. The general surroundings are typical of a mature Singapore housing estate, offering everyday conveniences rather than major tourist attractions, making the station most useful for residents and visitors with specific local destinations in mind.
Around Commonwealth station
Commonwealth MRT station sits within a long-established residential neighbourhood in Queenstown, one of Singapore's older housing estates. The area is well served by everyday amenities, with food centres such as Koufu and Tanglin Halt Market within easy walking distance. Holland Road Shopping Centre and Queenstown Public Library are also reachable on foot for those who do not mind a longer stroll.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koufu | Food centre | About 70 m (~1 min walk) | Visit Koufu for a quick and affordable hawker meal very close to the station. |
| Tanglin Halt Market | Food centre | About 220 m (~4 min walk) | Head to Tanglin Halt Market for a traditional wet market and local food stalls. |
| FoodMore | Food centre | About 240 m (~4 min walk) | FoodMore is another nearby food centre option for casual dining and local fare. |
| Singapore Institute of Advanced Medicine - Proton Therapy Centre | Hospital | About 600 m (~10 min walk) | The Singapore Institute of Advanced Medicine Proton Therapy Centre provides specialist cancer treatment services. |
| Sri Muneeswaran Temple | Place of worship | About 750 m (~12 min walk) | Sri Muneeswaran Temple is a Hindu place of worship serving the local community. |
| Blessed Sacrament Church | Place of worship | About 780 m (~13 min walk) | Blessed Sacrament Church is a Catholic church available for worship and religious services. |
| Queenstown Public Library | Library | About 900 m (~15 min walk) | Queenstown Public Library offers books, digital resources and quiet study spaces. |
| Holland Road Shopping Centre | Shopping mall | About 930 m (~15 min walk) | Holland Road Shopping Centre has a mix of retail shops and services for everyday needs. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Commonwealth by MRT
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 Commonwealth (18 stops). About 18 stops, no changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Outram Park (3 stops), then change to the East West Line from Outram Park to Commonwealth (4 stops). About 7 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Commonwealth (7 stops). About 7 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Commonwealth (4 stops). About 4 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Jurong East (7 stops), then change to the East West Line from Jurong East to Commonwealth (4 stops). About 11 stops with 1 change. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the Circle Line from HarbourFront to Buona Vista (7 stops), then change to the East West Line from Buona Vista to Commonwealth (1 stop). About 8 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Commonwealth station
- Koufu is the closest food option and is only about a minute's walk from the station, making it convenient for a quick meal before or after your journey.
- Tanglin Halt Market and FoodMore are both around a four-minute walk, so they are easily reachable on foot without needing to take any other transport.
- For destinations such as Queenstown Public Library and Holland Road Shopping Centre, which are approximately 15 minutes away on foot, you may prefer to take a bus from stops near the station to save time.
- The station is on the East West Line only, so plan any onward connections in advance, particularly during peak hours when trains and buses in this area can be busier.
All stations on the East West Line
In order along the line, with Commonwealth marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| EW1 | Pasir Ris | – |
| EW2 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| EW3 | Simei | – |
| EW4 | Tanah Merah | – |
| EW5 | Bedok | – |
| EW6 | Kembangan | – |
| EW7 | Eunos | – |
| EW8 | Paya Lebar | CC / EW |
| EW9 | Aljunied | – |
| EW10 | Kallang | – |
| EW11 | Lavender | – |
| EW12 | Bugis | DT / EW |
| EW13 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| EW14 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| EW15 | Tanjong Pagar | – |
| EW16 | Outram Park | TE / EW |
| EW17 | Tiong Bahru | – |
| EW18 | Redhill | – |
| EW19 | Queenstown | – |
| EW20 | Commonwealth (you are here) | – |
| EW21 | Buona Vista | EW / CC |
| EW22 | Dover | – |
| EW23 | Clementi | – |
| EW24 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| EW25 | Chinese Garden | – |
| EW26 | Lakeside | – |
| EW27 | Boon Lay | – |
| EW28 | Pioneer | – |
| EW29 | Joo Koon | – |
| EW30 | Gul Circle | – |
| EW31 | Tuas Crescent | – |
| EW32 | Tuas West Road | – |
| EW33 | Tuas Link | – |
Read the full East West Line guide.
Commonwealth station: common questions
Which line is Commonwealth MRT station on?
Commonwealth is on the East West Line. Its station code is EW20.
Is Commonwealth an interchange station?
No. Commonwealth is served by the East West Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Commonwealth?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Commonwealth a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Commonwealth MRT station?
The area around Commonwealth station has several food centres including Koufu, Tanglin Halt Market and FoodMore, all within roughly four minutes on foot. Further afield you will find Sri Muneeswaran Temple, Blessed Sacrament Church, Queenstown Public Library and Holland Road Shopping Centre, all approximately 12 to 15 minutes away by foot.
Which food centre is closest to Commonwealth MRT station?
Koufu is the closest food centre, at approximately 70 metres from the station, which is roughly a one-minute walk. Tanglin Halt Market and FoodMore are the next nearest, both around 220 to 240 metres away.
How far is Holland Road Shopping Centre from Commonwealth MRT station?
Holland Road Shopping Centre is approximately 930 metres from Commonwealth station in a straight line, which works out to roughly a 15-minute walk. You may wish to consider taking a bus if you prefer a shorter journey on foot.
How do I get to Commonwealth from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Commonwealth (18 stops). About 18 stops, no 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 East West Line 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.