How to Get to Little India by MRT
Quick answer: Take the MRT to Little India (NE7/DT12). The exits come up beside Tekka Centre at the start of Serangoon Road, the main street of the district. For Mustafa Centre, Farrer Park (NE8) is the closer station, about 5 minutes on foot.
Nearest MRT station to Little India
- Station: Little India (DT12/NE7)
- Lines: Downtown Line, North East Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to Little India 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 Bugis. Change at Bugis to the Downtown Line (towards Bukit Panjang) to Little India. | 12 | 2 | S$2.27 | about 45 min |
| Orchard | Take the North South Line (towards Jurong East) to Newton. Change at Newton to the Downtown Line (towards Expo) to Little India. | 2 | 1 | S$1.28 | about 15 min |
| City Hall | Take the North South Line (towards Jurong East) to Dhoby Ghaut. Change at Dhoby Ghaut to the North East Line (towards Punggol Coast) to Little India. | 2 | 1 | S$1.28 | about 15 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards Punggol Coast) to Little India. | 12 | 1 | S$2.20 | about 40 min |
| Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Stevens. Change at Stevens to the Downtown Line (towards Expo) to Little India. | 10 | 1 | S$2.30 | about 35 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 Little India station to Little India
From Little India station follow the signs for Tekka Centre and Serangoon Road. Tekka Centre, with its wet market and hawker stalls, is right at the exit, and Serangoon Road runs north from there past the shophouses, gold shops, Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple and the Little India Arcade. Walking the length of Serangoon Road to Mustafa Centre takes about 15 minutes, or ride one stop to Farrer Park and walk 5 minutes along Syed Alwi Road.
Tips for the trip
- Little India station is an interchange between the North East Line and the Downtown Line, so from Chinatown, HarbourFront, Bugis or Newton it is a direct ride.
- Sunday evenings are the busiest time, when the district fills with workers on their day off; the streets are lively but slow to walk.
- Deepavali light-up runs along Serangoon Road for about a month in October or November.
- Rochor (DT13) is one stop towards Bugis and is handy for Sim Lim Square and the Rochor end of the district.
Other places near Little India station
- Tekka Centre (Shopping mall, about 2 min walk): Visit for its popular hawker food, fresh produce, and everyday retail shopping.
- House of Tan Teng Niah (Attraction, about 3 min walk): A well-preserved Peranakan villa known for its colourful exterior and historical character.
- Colourful house in little India (Attraction, about 3 min walk): A brightly painted residential building that makes for an interesting visual stop.
- Indian Heritage Centre (Museum, about 6 min walk): Explore exhibits on the history and culture of Indian communities in Singapore.
- Tekka Place (Shopping mall, about 7 min walk): A shopping mall offering a range of retail and dining options in the area.
- Lithe House (Attraction, about 7 min walk): An attraction worth visiting for those interested in local architecture and creative spaces.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is nearest to Little India?
Little India (NE7/DT12). The station exits are beside Tekka Centre at the southern end of Serangoon Road.
Which station is closest to Mustafa Centre?
Farrer Park (NE8), about 5 minutes on foot. Little India station is about 15 minutes away along Serangoon Road.
How do I get to Little India from Orchard?
Take the North South Line two stops to Dhoby Ghaut, then the North East Line one stop to Little India, about 10 minutes.
Is Tekka Centre at the MRT station?
Yes. Tekka Centre is beside the Little India station exits, with the hawker centre on the ground floor and the wet market behind it.
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 | Orchard Road | Tiong Bahru
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.