How to Get to Clarke Quay and Boat Quay by MRT
Quick answer: Take the North East Line to Clarke Quay (NE5); the station comes up inside Clarke Quay Central, with the riverside bars and restaurants across Read Bridge. For Boat Quay, further down the river, use Raffles Place (NS26/EW14), about 5 minutes on foot.
Nearest MRT station to Clarke Quay and Boat Quay
- Station: Clarke Quay (NE5)
- Lines: North East Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to Clarke Quay and Boat Quay 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 Punggol Coast) to Clarke Quay. | 16 | 2 | S$2.38 | about 50 min |
| Orchard | Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to Dhoby Ghaut. Change at Dhoby Ghaut to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to Clarke Quay. | 3 | 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 HarbourFront) to Clarke Quay. | 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 Clarke Quay. | 10 | 1 | S$2.07 | about 35 min |
| Woodlands | Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to Dhoby Ghaut. Change at Dhoby Ghaut to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to Clarke Quay. | 16 | 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 Clarke Quay station to Clarke Quay and Boat Quay
Clarke Quay station exits into the Clarke Quay Central mall on the north bank. Walk through the mall to the river and cross the footbridge to the covered quay with its coloured warehouses. Fort Canning station (DT20) is about 7 minutes away on the other side of River Valley Road. For Boat Quay, leave Raffles Place towards the river and the row of shophouse restaurants starts beside the Elgin Bridge; it is also a 10-minute riverside walk from Clarke Quay.
Tips for the trip
- Clarke Quay is quiet in the daytime and busiest from 8pm; the last North East Line trains leave around midnight.
- River cruises start from Clarke Quay jetty and pass Boat Quay and Marina Bay.
- Boat Quay restaurants are pricier than Clarke Quay Central food court, which is inside the mall by the station.
- The Asian Civilisations Museum is at the Boat Quay end, next to the Cavenagh Bridge.
Other places near Clarke Quay station
- Clarke Quay Central (Shopping mall, about 1 min walk): Visit for a wide range of shops, food outlets and everyday retail under one roof.
- Eagle’s Eye Gallery (Gallery, about 3 min walk): Browse contemporary art exhibitions and works from local and regional artists.
- Gallery Thirty Three (Gallery, about 3 min walk): Explore art displays and creative works in an intimate gallery setting.
- Speakers' Corner (Attraction, about 4 min walk): A public space designated for events, performances and free public assembly.
- Funan (Shopping mall, about 8 min walk): A larger shopping destination with a broad mix of retail and dining options.
- Asian Civilisations Museum (Museum, about 9 min walk): Discover artefacts and exhibits tracing the history of Asian civilisations.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is nearest to Clarke Quay?
Clarke Quay (NE5) on the North East Line. The station is inside Clarke Quay Central, about 2 minutes from the riverside.
Which MRT station is nearest to Boat Quay?
Raffles Place (NS26/EW14), about 5 minutes on foot towards the river. Clarke Quay station is about 10 minutes away along the riverside.
How do I get to Clarke Quay from Orchard?
Take the North South Line to Dhoby Ghaut and change to the North East Line for one stop, about 15 minutes.
How do I get to Clarke Quay from Changi Airport?
Airport branch to Tanah Merah, East West Line to Outram Park, then the North East Line to Clarke Quay, about 50 minutes and S$2.38.
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 | Holland Village | Kampong Glam, Sultan Mosque and Haji Lane | Katong and Joo Chiat | Lau Pa Sat and Satay Street | Little India | Orchard Road | Tiong Bahru
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.