How to Get to the Science Centre Singapore by MRT
Quick answer: Take the MRT to Jurong East (NS1/EW24) and walk about 11 minutes along Jurong Town Hall Road and Science Centre Road, or take bus 66 or 335 from the Jurong East interchange for two stops. The new Science Centre under construction beside Chinese Garden (EW25) will replace the current one when it opens.
Nearest MRT station to the Science Centre Singapore
- Station: Jurong East (EW24/NS1)
- Lines: East West Line, North South Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to the Science Centre Singapore 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 Jurong East. | 22 | 1 | S$2.52 | about 60 min |
| Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the East West Line (towards Tuas Link) to Jurong East. | 11 | 1 | S$2.15 | about 35 min |
| City Hall | Take the East West Line (towards Tuas Link) to Jurong East. | 11 | 0 | S$2.15 | about 30 min |
| Woodlands | Take the North South Line (towards Jurong East) to Jurong East. | 7 | 0 | S$2.11 | about 20 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 Jurong East station to the Science Centre Singapore
From Jurong East station, leave on the Jem and Westgate side, follow Jurong Gateway Road to Jurong Town Hall Road and turn right into Science Centre Road; the Science Centre, the Omni-Theatre and Snow City are together at the end, about 11 minutes on foot. From Chinese Garden station the current centre is about 12 minutes away across Boon Lay Way.
Tips for the trip
- The Omni-Theatre and Snow City have separate tickets and timed sessions; book ahead for school holidays.
- Jem, Westgate and IMM at Jurong East have food courts for lunch before or after.
- KidsSTOP, the children’s science centre, is in the same complex and is popular with the under-8s.
- Jurong Lake Gardens and the Chinese Garden are a 15-minute walk away if you want to make a day of it.
Other places near Jurong East station
- Kopitiam (Food centre, about 1 min walk): A convenient spot for quick local meals and coffee close to the station.
- Food Junction (Food centre, about 2 min walk): A food court offering a wide variety of affordable cooked food options.
- Westgate (Shopping mall, about 2 min walk): A large shopping mall with retail, dining and lifestyle offerings.
- Jurong Regional Library (Library, about 5 min walk): A public library with reading materials, study spaces and community programmes.
- Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (Hospital, about 6 min walk): A general hospital providing acute medical and surgical care.
- Jurong Community Hospital (Hospital, about 8 min walk): A community hospital offering step-down and rehabilitative care services.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is nearest to the Science Centre Singapore?
Jurong East (NS1/EW24), about 11 minutes on foot or two stops on bus 66 or 335. Chinese Garden (EW25) is about 12 minutes away.
How do I get to the Science Centre from Orchard?
Take the North South Line from Orchard straight to Jurong East, about 35 minutes with no change, then walk 11 minutes.
How do I get to the Science Centre from Changi Airport?
Take the airport branch to Tanah Merah and the East West Line straight to Jurong East, about 60 minutes and S$2.52.
Is the Science Centre moving?
Yes. A new Science Centre is being built beside Chinese Garden station and Jurong Lake Gardens; the current centre on Science Centre Road stays open until the new one takes over.
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
Mustafa Centre | Singapore Expo | Suntec City and Marina Square | the Singapore Sports Hub and National Stadium | VivoCity and the HarbourFront Cruise Centre
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.