Punggol Coast MRT Station
Punggol Coast MRT station is the terminal station on the North East Line, carrying the station code NE18. It sits at the northern edge of Punggol, a planned residential town in the north-east of Singapore. The station serves the newer developments in this part of Punggol, where a mix of public housing and waterfront amenities has been built in recent years.
Punggol Coast on the North East Line map
Punggol Coast station at a glance
| Station codes | NE18 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North East Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 榜鹅海岸 |
| Tamil name | பொங்கோல் கோஸ்ட் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | North East Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:42 AM, last train 11:55 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Punggol Coast on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From Punggol Coast, the only neighbouring station along the North East Line is Punggol (NE17), which is an interchange with the Punggol LRT network. Travelling inbound from here, you can reach stations such as Hougang, Serangoon and Dhoby Ghaut without changing lines. Serangoon offers connections to the Circle Line, while Dhoby Ghaut connects to the North South Line and Circle Line.
The station is close to the Punggol Digital District, a mixed-use development combining Singapore Institute of Technology facilities with business and community spaces. The surrounding area is largely residential, with waterfront promenades and parks nearby that form part of the broader Punggol waterway and coastal landscape, making the station a convenient starting point for walking or cycling along the water's edge.
Around Punggol Coast station
Punggol Coast MRT station sits within a modern mixed-use district at the northeastern tip of Singapore, anchored by the Singapore Institute of Technology campus and supported by nearby food centres and green spaces. The area blends student life with recreational amenities, including Punggol Heritage Trail Park and Punggol Point Park. It is a growing neighbourhood with relatively low-rise development and a distinctly waterfront character.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punggol Heritage Trail Park | Park | About 220 m (~4 min walk) | Visit for a scenic heritage trail along the Punggol waterfront. |
| Maxim Tam Chiak kopitiam | Food centre | About 250 m (~4 min walk) | A local kopitiam offering casual meals and drinks. |
| Campus Heart | Park | About 270 m (~4 min walk) | An outdoor campus park suitable for leisure and relaxation. |
| Wholesome | Food centre | About 280 m (~5 min walk) | A food centre with a range of dining options for students and visitors. |
| Punggol Coast Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 310 m (~5 min walk) | The main bus interchange serving the Punggol Coast area. |
| Singapore Institute of Technology | University | About 320 m (~5 min walk) | The university campus home to Singapore Institute of Technology. |
| Punggol Coast Hawker Centre | Food centre | About 350 m (~6 min walk) | A hawker centre with a variety of local food stalls. |
| Punggol Point Park | Park | About 630 m (~10 min walk) | A waterfront park at Punggol Point ideal for walks and views. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Punggol Coast 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 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 Punggol Coast (6 stops). About 16 stops with 2 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 Punggol Coast (11 stops). About 13 stops with 1 change. |
| 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 Punggol Coast (11 stops). About 12 stops with 1 change. |
| 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 Punggol Coast (6 stops). About 17 stops with 2 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 Punggol Coast (6 stops). About 16 stops with 2 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Punggol Coast (14 stops). About 14 stops, no changes. |
Tips for using Punggol Coast station
- Punggol Heritage Trail Park, Maxim Tam Chiak kopitiam, and Campus Heart are all within a short walk of the station, making them easy to reach on foot.
- Punggol Point Park is roughly 10 minutes away on foot, so allow extra time if heading there, especially in hot or wet weather.
- During university term time, the station and surrounding area can be busier in the mornings and early evenings, so allow extra time at peak hours.
- The Punggol Coast Bus Interchange is approximately 5 minutes away on foot and provides onward connections to other parts of Punggol and beyond if needed.
All stations on the North East Line
In order along the line, with Punggol Coast marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| NE1 | HarbourFront | CC / NE |
| NE4 | Chinatown | DT / NE |
| NE5 | Clarke Quay | – |
| NE6 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE |
| NE7 | Little India | DT / NE |
| NE8 | Farrer Park | – |
| NE9 | Boon Keng | – |
| NE10 | Potong Pasir | – |
| NE12 | Serangoon | CC / NE |
| NE13 | Woodleigh | – |
| NE14 | Hougang | – |
| NE15 | Buangkok | – |
| NE16 | Sengkang | NE / STC |
| NE17 | Punggol | NE / PTC |
| NE18 | Punggol Coast (you are here) | – |
Read the full North East Line guide.
Punggol Coast station: common questions
Which line is Punggol Coast MRT station on?
Punggol Coast is on the North East Line. Its station code is NE18.
Is Punggol Coast an interchange station?
No. Punggol Coast is served by the North East Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Punggol Coast?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Punggol Coast a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. North East Line first train 5:42 AM, last train 11:55 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Punggol Coast MRT station?
The station is close to several parks, food options, and the Singapore Institute of Technology campus. Nearby highlights include Punggol Heritage Trail Park at approximately 220 m, Maxim Tam Chiak kopitiam at approximately 250 m, and Punggol Coast Hawker Centre at approximately 350 m.
Which food centre is closest to Punggol Coast MRT station?
Maxim Tam Chiak kopitiam is the closest food option, at approximately 250 m from the station, roughly a 4-minute walk. Punggol Coast Hawker Centre is also nearby at approximately 350 m, roughly a 6-minute walk.
How far is Punggol Point Park from Punggol Coast MRT station?
Punggol Point Park is approximately 630 m from the station in a straight line, which is roughly a 10-minute walk.
How do I get to Punggol Coast from Changi Airport by MRT?
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 Punggol Coast (6 stops). About 16 stops with 2 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.
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the North East 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.