How to Get to the Singapore Sports Hub and National Stadium by MRT
Quick answer: Take the Circle Line to Stadium (CC6); the station exit faces the National Stadium and Kallang Wave Mall, about 4 minutes from the gates. On concert and match nights, Kallang (EW10) on the East West Line, about 15 minutes away, and Tanjong Rhu (TE23) on the Thomson-East Coast Line, about 10 minutes from the Indoor Stadium, spread the crowds.
Nearest MRT station to the Singapore Sports Hub and National Stadium
- Station: Stadium (CC6)
- Lines: Circle Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to the Singapore Sports Hub and National Stadium 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 Paya Lebar. Change at Paya Lebar to the Circle Line (towards Dhoby Ghaut) to Stadium. | 9 | 2 | S$2.11 | about 35 min |
| Orchard | Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to Dhoby Ghaut. Change at Dhoby Ghaut to the Circle Line (towards Prince Edward Road) to Stadium. | 7 | 1 | S$1.68 | about 25 min |
| City Hall | Take the North South Line (towards Jurong East) to Dhoby Ghaut. Change at Dhoby Ghaut to the Circle Line (towards Prince Edward Road) to Stadium. | 6 | 1 | S$1.59 | about 25 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Buona Vista. Change at Buona Vista to the Circle Line (towards Dhoby Ghaut) to Stadium. | 18 | 1 | S$2.43 | 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 Stadium. | 17 | 1 | S$2.45 | about 50 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 Stadium station to the Singapore Sports Hub and National Stadium
Stadium station comes up beside Kallang Wave Mall; walk through or around the mall and the stadium entrance gates are across the plaza, with the Singapore Indoor Stadium, the OCBC Arena and the aquatic centre signposted. From Kallang station, walk south along Stadium Road, about 15 minutes. From Tanjong Rhu, cross the Tanjong Rhu footbridge over the Geylang River to the Indoor Stadium side.
Tips for the trip
- After big concerts, Stadium station runs crowd control and queues can take 30 to 45 minutes; walking to Kallang or Tanjong Rhu is often faster.
- The Circle Line runs later than usual on some event nights; check the operator’s notice for the event.
- Kallang Wave Mall has food and a supermarket, and Leisure Park Kallang next door has a cinema and an ice rink.
- The Sports Hub Library and the free public lap pool at the aquatic centre are open on non-event days.
Other places near Stadium station
- Yum Yum (Food centre, about 2 min walk): Visit for local hawker food and casual dining options.
- Leisure Park Kallang (Shopping mall, about 2 min walk): Visit for shopping, dining and entertainment under one roof.
- National Stadium (Stadium, about 4 min walk): Visit for major sporting events, concerts and large-scale performances.
- My Kampung (Food centre, about 4 min walk): Visit for local hawker food in a community-oriented setting.
- Kallang Wave Mall (Shopping mall, about 4 min walk): Visit for a wide range of shops, restaurants and leisure activities.
- Singapore Indoor Stadium (Stadium, about 4 min walk): Visit for indoor concerts, sports events and large performances.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is nearest to the National Stadium?
Stadium (CC6) on the Circle Line, about 4 minutes on foot. Kallang (EW10) is about 15 minutes and Tanjong Rhu (TE23) about 10 minutes to the Indoor Stadium.
How do I get to the Sports Hub from Orchard?
About 25 minutes to Stadium station with the change shown above, or the Thomson-East Coast Line straight to Tanjong Rhu and a 10-minute walk.
Which station is best after a concert at the National Stadium?
Stadium station is closest but has the longest queues. Kallang on the East West Line is 15 minutes away and usually quicker when the stadium empties.
How do I get to the National Stadium from Changi Airport?
About 35 minutes with the changes shown in the route table above, fare S$2.11.
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 Science Centre Singapore | VivoCity and the HarbourFront Cruise Centre
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.