How to Get to Orchard Road by MRT
Quick answer: Three stations sit under Orchard Road. Orchard (NS22/TE14) is in the middle, under ION Orchard and across from Takashimaya and Paragon. Somerset (NS23) serves 313@Somerset and Orchard Central. Dhoby Ghaut (NS24/NE6/CC1) is at the eastern end next to Plaza Singapura.
Nearest MRT station to Orchard Road
- Station: Orchard (TE14/NS22)
- Lines: Thomson East Coast Line, North South Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to Orchard Road 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 City Hall. Change at City Hall to the North South Line (towards Jurong East) to Orchard. | 14 | 2 | S$2.33 | about 50 min |
| City Hall | Take the North South Line (towards Jurong East) to Orchard. | 3 | 0 | S$1.28 | about 10 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Woodlands North) to Orchard. | 11 | 1 | S$2.15 | about 35 min |
| Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Orchard. | 11 | 0 | S$2.30 | about 30 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 Orchard station to Orchard Road
Orchard station exits come up inside ION Orchard and at Wisma Atria, with underground links to Ngee Ann City (Takashimaya) and Wheelock Place. Somerset exits straight into 313@Somerset, with Orchard Central and Orchard Gateway next door. The whole street is about 2.2 km from Orchard Boulevard to Dhoby Ghaut, so most visitors ride to one end and walk, ducking into malls for air conditioning. Orchard Boulevard (TE13) on the Thomson-East Coast Line serves the western end near the Botanic Gardens side.
Tips for the trip
- Orchard is an interchange between the North South Line and the Thomson-East Coast Line, so from Woodlands or the east coast you do not need to change in the city.
- Lucky Plaza, Far East Plaza and the food courts in ION and Takashimaya basements are the cheapest places to eat on the strip.
- In December the Christmas light-up runs the length of Orchard Road and the pavements are packed from 6pm.
- Great World (TE15), one stop south of Orchard, has a large mall and is quieter than the main strip.
Other places near Orchard station
- ION Orchard (Shopping mall, about 2 min walk): Visit ION Orchard for a wide range of retail, dining and lifestyle options.
- Opera Gallery (Gallery, about 2 min walk): Opera Gallery showcases contemporary and modern fine art for sale and viewing.
- Food Opera (Food centre, about 2 min walk): Food Opera is a good spot for a variety of local and Asian food stall dishes.
- Wheelock Place (Shopping mall, about 3 min walk): Wheelock Place offers a more compact selection of retail and dining outlets.
- Wisma Atria (Shopping mall, about 3 min walk): Wisma Atria houses a broad mix of fashion, beauty and food options.
- Kwok Gallery (Gallery, about 5 min walk): Kwok Gallery is worth a visit for fine art and collectibles.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is best for Orchard Road?
Orchard (NS22/TE14) for ION, Takashimaya, Paragon and Wisma Atria; Somerset (NS23) for 313@Somerset and Orchard Central; Dhoby Ghaut (NS24/NE6/CC1) for Plaza Singapura and the Istana end.
How do I get to Orchard Road from Changi Airport?
Take the airport branch to Tanah Merah, the East West Line to City Hall and the North South Line three stops to Orchard, about 50 minutes and S$2.33.
Is Orchard Road walkable from one end to the other?
Yes, it is about 2.2 km, with underpasses and malls linking most of it, and three MRT stations along the way if you want to skip a section.
Which station is nearest to Mount Elizabeth Hospital?
Orchard (NS22/TE14). The hospital is about 8 minutes on foot behind Paragon.
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
Bugis Street and Bugis Junction | Chinatown | Clarke Quay and Boat Quay | Holland Village | Kampong Glam, Sultan Mosque and Haji Lane | Katong and Joo Chiat | Lau Pa Sat and Satay Street | Little India | Tiong Bahru
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.