How to Get to Pulau Ubin and Changi Village by MRT and Bus
Quick answer: Take the East West Line to Tanah Merah (EW4), then bus 2 from the stop outside the station to Changi Village, about 30 minutes. Walk 3 minutes to Changi Point Ferry Terminal and take a bumboat to Pulau Ubin; the crossing takes about 10 minutes. A taxi from Tanah Merah or the airport is the other option.
Nearest MRT station to Pulau Ubin and Changi Village
- Station: Tanah Merah (EW4)
- Lines: East West Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to Pulau Ubin and Changi Village 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. | 2 | 0 | S$1.68 | about 10 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 Tanah Merah. | 12 | 1 | S$2.11 | about 40 min |
| City Hall | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Tanah Merah. | 9 | 0 | S$1.98 | about 25 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Tanah Merah. | 20 | 0 | S$2.46 | about 50 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 Tanah Merah. | 18 | 2 | S$2.48 | about 55 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 Tanah Merah station to Pulau Ubin and Changi Village
Bus 2 leaves from the stop on New Upper Changi Road outside Tanah Merah station and ends at Changi Village bus terminal. Changi Village Hawker Centre is across the road from the terminal, and the ferry terminal is behind it on the waterfront. Bumboats to Pulau Ubin leave when they have 12 passengers, from early morning until about 7pm, and are paid in cash on board, a few dollars each way with a small extra charge for a bicycle. On Ubin, bicycles are hired at the jetty village.
Tips for the trip
- Carry small notes for the boat; there is no card payment and no fixed timetable, boats simply fill and go.
- Chek Jawa Wetlands, the main sight on Ubin, is about 40 minutes by bicycle from the jetty and closes at 6pm.
- Changi Village Hawker Centre is known for nasi lemak; go before the boat or on the way back.
- Start early. The last boats back leave Ubin around 7pm, and sunset crossings fill quickly at weekends.
Other places near Tanah Merah station
- Bedok Terrace Playground (Park, about 3 min walk): A local playground suitable for children and a casual outdoor visit.
- Bedok Rise Park (Park, about 5 min walk): A neighbourhood park good for a relaxed walk or light exercise.
- Bedok Rise Playground (Park, about 6 min walk): A smaller park with playground facilities for families and children.
- Palelai Buddhist Temple (Place of worship, about 7 min walk): A Buddhist temple for worship, reflection, and learning about the faith.
- Study Corner (Library, about 10 min walk): A community study space suitable for reading and quiet study sessions.
- Bedok 58 Wet.Market (Market / hawker centre, about 11 min walk): A wet market and hawker centre for fresh produce and local food.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is nearest to Pulau Ubin?
There is none within walking distance. Tanah Merah (EW4) with bus 2 reaches Changi Village, where the bumboats leave for Ubin.
How much is the boat to Pulau Ubin?
A few dollars per person each way, paid in cash on board, plus a small charge if you bring a bicycle. Boats leave when 12 passengers are aboard.
How do I get to Changi Village from Changi Airport?
Take the airport train two stops to Tanah Merah and bus 2 from there, or a taxi from the airport, which takes about 10 minutes.
How long is the trip from Orchard to Pulau Ubin?
About 40 minutes by MRT to Tanah Merah, 30 minutes on bus 2 and 10 minutes on the boat, so allow about 90 minutes door to door.
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
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve | East Coast Park | Fort Canning Park | Gardens by the Bay and Marina Barrage | Jurong Lake Gardens and the Chinese Garden | MacRitchie Reservoir and the TreeTop Walk | Punggol Waterway Park and Coney Island | Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve | the Singapore Botanic Gardens | the Southern Ridges, Henderson Waves and Mount Faber
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.