How to Get to Sentosa by MRT
Quick answer: Take the MRT to HarbourFront (NE1/CC29), walk into VivoCity mall and go up to Level 3 for the Sentosa Express monorail (S$4 to enter the island, free to leave), or down to Level 1 for the Sentosa Boardwalk, which is free and takes about 15 minutes on foot.
Nearest MRT station to Sentosa Island
- Station: HarbourFront (CC29/NE1)
- Lines: Circle Line, North East Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to Sentosa Island 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 HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 15 | 2 | S$2.40 | about 50 min |
| Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 4 | 1 | S$1.59 | about 20 min |
| City Hall | Take the East West Line (towards Tuas Link) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 4 | 1 | S$1.59 | about 20 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 9 | 1 | S$2.15 | about 30 min |
| Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards HarbourFront) to HarbourFront. | 15 | 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 HarbourFront station to Sentosa Island
HarbourFront station connects straight into VivoCity, so you never go outside. Follow the signs for VivoCity, then for Sentosa Express (Level 3) or Sentosa Boardwalk (Level 1). The monorail stops at Resorts World (for Universal Studios and the S.E.A. Aquarium), Imbiah (for the cable car and Madame Tussauds) and Beach (for Siloso, Palawan and Tanjong beaches). The Boardwalk brings you out near Resorts World, with travelators for most of the way.
Tips for the trip
- The S$4 monorail fee is charged once when you enter Sentosa. Rides between stations on the island and the ride back out are free.
- Bus RWS8 runs from VivoCity to Resorts World for S$1 if you want to skip the monorail queue, and public bus 123 goes into Sentosa for a normal distance fare.
- The Singapore Cable Car (Mount Faber Line) also starts next to HarbourFront station at HarbourFront Tower 2, but it costs far more than the monorail.
- Last Sentosa Express trains run late into the evening, but check the time before a late dinner on the island. The last MRT trains from HarbourFront leave around midnight.
Other places near HarbourFront station
- Kopitiam Food Hall (Food centre, about 1 min walk): A food hall for a quick and affordable local meal.
- Encik Tan (Food centre, about 1 min walk): A food centre offering a range of casual dining options.
- Food Republic (Food centre, about 2 min walk): A larger food court with a wide variety of food stalls.
- VivoCity (Shopping mall, about 2 min walk): A major shopping mall with retail, dining and entertainment options.
- Abandoned Motorbike (Attraction, about 7 min walk): A curiosity for urban explorers interested in abandoned objects.
- Big Banyan Tree (Attraction, about 9 min walk): A large, old banyan tree worth a look for nature lovers.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is closest to Sentosa?
HarbourFront MRT station (NE1 on the North East Line and CC29 on the Circle Line). It is linked directly to VivoCity, where the Sentosa Express monorail and the Sentosa Boardwalk begin.
How much does it cost to get into Sentosa by MRT and monorail?
The MRT fare to HarbourFront depends on where you start, for example S$1.59 from Orchard or S$2.40 from Changi Airport. The Sentosa Express then costs S$4 per person to enter the island. The Boardwalk is free.
Can I walk to Sentosa from HarbourFront MRT?
Yes. The Sentosa Boardwalk starts at VivoCity Level 1 and takes about 15 minutes, partly on covered travelators. It is free.
Is there an MRT station on Sentosa?
No. The MRT stops at HarbourFront on the mainland. On the island you use the Sentosa Express monorail, the island buses, the beach shuttle or your feet.
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
Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, River Wonders and Bird Paradise | Merlion Park | Singapore Flyer | Universal Studios Singapore
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.