How to Get to Mount Elizabeth Hospital by MRT
Quick answer: Take the MRT to Orchard (NS22/TE14), leave on the Paragon side of Orchard Road and walk about 8 minutes up Mount Elizabeth Road beside Paragon; the hospital and the medical centre are at the top of the short hill. Note that Mount Elizabeth Novena is a different hospital, 3 minutes from Novena station.
Nearest MRT station to Mount Elizabeth Hospital
- 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 Mount Elizabeth 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 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 Mount Elizabeth Hospital
Orchard station has exits on both sides of Orchard Road. Come up on the Paragon and Ngee Ann City side, walk along Orchard Road to Paragon and turn into Mount Elizabeth Road, which runs between Paragon and Lucky Plaza. The hospital entrance is on the left after about 5 minutes, with the Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre tower beside it.
Tips for the trip
- Many visitors arrive for appointments from overseas; Orchard is a direct Thomson-East Coast Line ride from Woodlands and a direct North South Line ride from Jurong East and Marina Bay.
- Paragon, next door, has a large medical suite floor, a supermarket and food court.
- For an emergency, call 995 for an ambulance.
- Check which Mount Elizabeth your appointment is at; the Novena hospital is 15 minutes away by MRT and taxi.
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 nearest to Mount Elizabeth Hospital?
Orchard (NS22/TE14), about 8 minutes on foot via Mount Elizabeth Road beside Paragon.
How do I get to Mount Elizabeth Hospital from Changi Airport?
About 50 minutes with the changes shown in the route table above, fare S$2.33, or about 25 minutes by taxi.
Is Mount Elizabeth Novena the same hospital?
No. Mount Elizabeth Novena is a separate hospital on Irrawaddy Road, 3 minutes from Novena station on the North South Line.
Which exit at Orchard station is for Mount Elizabeth?
Use the exits on the Paragon side of Orchard Road and walk up Mount Elizabeth Road; the signs in the station name 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
Changi General Hospital | KK Women's and Children's 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.