How to Get to Universal Studios Singapore by MRT
Quick answer: Take the MRT to HarbourFront (NE1/CC29), go into VivoCity and ride the Sentosa Express monorail (S$4) one stop to Resorts World station. Universal Studios is a short walk from the station, inside Resorts World Sentosa.
Nearest MRT station to Universal Studios Singapore
- Station: HarbourFront (CC29/NE1)
- Lines: Circle Line, North East Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to Universal Studios Singapore from the airport, Orchard and the city
| Starting from | Route | Stops | Changes | Adult fare | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changi Airport | Take the East West Line (Changi Airport branch) to Tanah Merah. Change at Tanah Merah to the East West Line (towards Tuas Link) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 15 | 2 | S$2.40 | about 50 min |
| Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 4 | 1 | S$1.59 | about 20 min |
| City Hall | Take the East West Line (towards Tuas Link) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 4 | 1 | S$1.59 | about 20 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 9 | 1 | S$2.15 | about 30 min |
| Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 15 | 1 | S$2.43 | about 45 min |
Stops and changes come from the current network map. Fares are the adult card fare for the distance (50 cents less before 7.45am on weekdays). Times are estimates for the train ride only and do not include the walk at either end. Use the fare calculator for any other starting station.
From HarbourFront station to Universal Studios Singapore
From HarbourFront station follow the signs through VivoCity to Sentosa Express on Level 3. Resorts World is the first stop, about 3 minutes away, and the park entrance is a few minutes on foot from the platform. If you would rather not pay for the monorail, bus RWS8 leaves from the VivoCity bus stop and drops you at Resorts World for S$1, or take the free Sentosa Boardwalk from VivoCity Level 1, which comes out beside Resorts World after about 15 minutes.
Tips for the trip
- Universal Studios, the S.E.A. Aquarium and Adventure Cove Waterpark all share the Resorts World stop, so one journey covers all three.
- The monorail is busiest between 10am and noon. Arriving at HarbourFront before 9.30am avoids the longest queues at both the monorail and the park gates.
- You can leave Sentosa free of charge, so keep your monorail receipt only if you plan to hop between island stations.
- Resorts World has taxi and ride-hail pick-up points if you want a car back to the city late at night, but the last MRT from HarbourFront is around midnight.
Other places near HarbourFront station
- Kopitiam Food Hall (Food centre, about 1 min walk): A food hall for a quick and affordable local meal.
- Encik Tan (Food centre, about 1 min walk): A food centre offering a range of casual dining options.
- Food Republic (Food centre, about 2 min walk): A larger food court with a wide variety of food stalls.
- VivoCity (Shopping mall, about 2 min walk): A major shopping mall with retail, dining and entertainment options.
- Abandoned Motorbike (Attraction, about 7 min walk): A curiosity for urban explorers interested in abandoned objects.
- Big Banyan Tree (Attraction, about 9 min walk): A large, old banyan tree worth a look for nature lovers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest MRT station to Universal Studios Singapore?
HarbourFront (NE1/CC29). From there the Sentosa Express monorail takes you one stop to Resorts World station, next to the park.
How long does it take from Changi Airport to Universal Studios by MRT?
About an hour. The train from Changi Airport to HarbourFront takes around 50 minutes with a change at Tanah Merah and Outram Park, then allow 10 to 15 minutes for the walk through VivoCity and the monorail ride.
Is the Sentosa Express included in the MRT fare?
No. The MRT fare ends at HarbourFront. The Sentosa Express is a separate S$4 charge to enter the island, paid at the VivoCity Level 3 ticket counters or by tapping a contactless card.
Can I take a bus instead of the monorail?
Yes. Bus RWS8 from VivoCity goes directly to Resorts World for S$1, and public bus 123 enters Sentosa at the normal distance fare.
Plan the rest of the trip with the interactive Singapore MRT map, the fare calculator and the guide to paying for the MRT.
More places to reach by MRT
Sentosa Island | Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, River Wonders and Bird Paradise | Merlion Park | Singapore Flyer
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.