How to Get to Changi General Hospital by MRT
Quick answer: Take the East West Line to Simei (EW3) and walk about 9 minutes along Simei Street 3 to the hospital, or take a short bus or taxi ride from the station. Expo (DT35/CG1) is about 15 minutes away on foot from the other side.
Nearest MRT station to Changi General Hospital
- Station: Simei (EW3)
- Lines: East West Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to Changi General Hospital 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 Pasir Ris) to Simei. | 3 | 1 | S$1.82 | about 15 min |
| Orchard | Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to City Hall. Change at City Hall to the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Simei. | 13 | 1 | S$2.20 | about 40 min |
| City Hall | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Simei. | 10 | 0 | S$2.07 | about 30 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Simei. | 21 | 0 | S$2.48 | about 55 min |
| Woodlands | Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to Bishan. Change at Bishan to the Circle Line (towards Dhoby Ghaut) to Paya Lebar. Change at Paya Lebar to the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Simei. | 19 | 2 | S$2.50 | about 60 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 Simei station to Changi General Hospital
From Simei station, leave on the Eastpoint Mall side and walk east along Simei Street 3; the hospital campus with the main building and the Integrated Building is on the left after the housing blocks. Buses from the stop outside the station take 2 to 3 minutes to the hospital gate if you prefer not to walk.
Tips for the trip
- Simei is two stops from Tanah Merah, so from Changi Airport it is a 10-minute trip with one change.
- Eastpoint Mall, at the station, has a supermarket, pharmacies and food.
- For an emergency, call 995 for an ambulance.
- St Andrew’s Community Hospital is on the same campus and shares the entrance.
Other places near Simei station
- Simei Plaza /Blk 248 (Shopping mall, about 1 min walk): Visit Simei Plaza for everyday shopping and local amenities close to the station.
- Hola! (Food centre, about 1 min walk): Head to Hola! for a range of hawker-style food and drink options.
- East Point (Shopping mall, about 1 min walk): East Point offers a broader selection of retail, dining and services.
- Kopitiam (Food centre, about 1 min walk): Kopitiam is a convenient spot for a quick meal or coffee.
- Boleh Boleh! (Food centre, about 1 min walk): Boleh Boleh! provides another casual dining option just moments from the station.
- Changi Simei Community Club (Community club, about 5 min walk): Changi Simei Community Club hosts community events, classes and recreational activities.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is nearest to Changi General Hospital?
Simei (EW3) on the East West Line, about 9 minutes on foot along Simei Street 3.
How do I get to Changi General Hospital from Changi Airport?
Take the airport branch to Tanah Merah and the East West Line one stop to Simei, about 15 minutes and S$1.82, then walk or take a bus.
How do I get to Changi General Hospital from Orchard?
About 40 minutes with the change shown above; Simei is on the East West Line towards Pasir Ris.
Is there a bus from Simei MRT to the hospital?
Yes. Buses from the stop outside the station reach the hospital gate in a few minutes; the walk is about 9 minutes.
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
KK Women's and Children's Hospital | Mount Elizabeth Hospital | Nanyang Technological University | National University Hospital | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital | Singapore General Hospital | Tan Tock Seng Hospital | the National University of Singapore
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.