How to Get to the ArtScience Museum by MRT
Quick answer: Take the MRT to Bayfront (CE1/DT16), follow the signs into The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands and walk through the mall to the waterfront; the lotus-shaped ArtScience Museum is at the far end, about 6 minutes from the platform.
Nearest MRT station to ArtScience Museum
- Station: Bayfront (CE1/DT16)
- Lines: Circle Line (Marina Bay extension), Downtown Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to ArtScience Museum 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 Expo) to Bayfront. | 12 | 2 | S$2.30 | about 45 min |
| Orchard | Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to Marina Bay. Change at Marina Bay to the Circle Line (Marina Bay extension) (towards Bayfront) to Bayfront. | 6 | 1 | S$1.68 | about 25 min |
| City Hall | Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to Marina Bay. Change at Marina Bay to the Circle Line (Marina Bay extension) (towards Bayfront) to Bayfront. | 3 | 1 | S$1.38 | about 15 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Bugis. Change at Bugis to the Downtown Line (towards Expo) to Bayfront. | 14 | 1 | S$2.27 | about 45 min |
| Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Stevens. Change at Stevens to the Downtown Line (towards Expo) to Bayfront. | 14 | 1 | S$2.40 | 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 Bayfront station to ArtScience Museum
Bayfront station exits lead straight into the basement of The Shoppes. Walk towards the canal that runs through the mall, follow it to the bay-side exit and the museum is on your left beside the Helix Bridge. If you are coming from the Singapore Flyer or Promenade station, cross the Helix Bridge on foot, about 10 minutes, and you arrive at the museum entrance.
Tips for the trip
- Bayfront is on both the Downtown Line and the Circle Line extension, so from Bugis, Chinatown or Promenade there is no change.
- The museum opens from the morning until the evening, and the Future World gallery sells timed tickets; book ahead at weekends.
- The Spectra light and water show on the bay in front of the museum is free in the evening.
- Gardens by the Bay is 10 minutes away on foot across the Dragonfly Bridge, so you can do both in one trip.
Other places near Bayfront station
- The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands (Shopping mall, about 3 min walk): Visit for shopping, dining, and entertainment at a large integrated resort mall.
- IMBA Theatre (Gallery, about 4 min walk): Visit to experience an immersive theatre and gallery attraction.
- Spectra (Attraction, about 5 min walk): Visit for a recurring light and water display at the bay.
- Colonial Garden (Attraction, about 6 min walk): Visit to enjoy a landscaped waterfront garden along the bay promenade.
- ArtScience Museum (Museum, about 6 min walk): Visit to explore interactive exhibitions on art, science, and technology.
- Red Dot Design Museum (Museum, about 8 min walk): Visit to view award-winning design objects and design-focused exhibitions.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is nearest to the ArtScience Museum?
Bayfront (CE1/DT16), about 6 minutes on foot through The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.
How do I get to the ArtScience Museum from Orchard?
Take the North South Line from Orchard to Marina Bay, change to the Circle Line extension for one stop to Bayfront, about 25 minutes.
Is the ArtScience Museum inside Marina Bay Sands?
Yes. It is part of the Marina Bay Sands complex, at the bay end of The Shoppes, next to the Helix Bridge.
How far is the Singapore Flyer from the ArtScience Museum?
About 10 minutes on foot across the Helix Bridge, or one stop on the Downtown Line from Bayfront to Promenade.
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
Haw Par Villa | National Gallery Singapore | Raffles Hotel and Chijmes | Esplanade Theatres on the Bay | National Museum of Singapore
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.