Changi Airport to HarbourFront by MRT
Quick answer: 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. That is 15 stops with 2 changes, about 50 minutes on the train, and the adult card fare is S$2.40.
Step by step from Changi Airport to HarbourFront
- At Changi Airport board the East West Line (Changi Airport branch) and ride 2 stops to Tanah Merah.
- At Tanah Merah change to the East West Line towards Tuas Link and ride 12 stops to Outram Park.
- At Outram Park change to the North East Line towards HarbourFront and ride 1 stop to HarbourFront.
Follow the overhead signs for the next line at each interchange; the platforms are linked by escalators and lifts and the change takes 2 to 5 minutes on foot. Station codes: Changi Airport is CG2 and HarbourFront is CC29/NE1. See the interactive MRT map to check the route on the network.
Fare from Changi Airport to HarbourFront
| Fare type | Adult card fare |
|---|---|
| Standard adult fare (card, contactless or phone wallet) | S$2.40 |
| Early bird, tapping in before 7.45am on a weekday | S$1.90 |
| From 26 December 2026, after the announced fare rise | S$2.53 |
The fare is based on the 25.1 km shortest rail distance between the two stations and is the same whichever route you take. Seniors, students and children pay concession fares that are much lower. Pay with a contactless Visa, Mastercard or American Express card, Apple Pay or Google Pay, or an EZ-Link card; the gates do not take cash. More in the guide to paying for the MRT and the fare calculator.
How long does it take?
Allow about 50 minutes on the train from Changi Airport to HarbourFront. That assumes roughly 2 to 3 minutes per stop and about 5 minutes for each change, plus a few minutes waiting for the first train. Trains run every 2 to 3 minutes at peak times and every 5 to 7 minutes off-peak, so the wait is short. Add the walk at either end: most city-centre stations have several exits and the right one can save 5 minutes.
First and last trains
The East West Line (Changi Airport branch) runs from about 5:31 AM until about 11:18 PM at its first station, and the North East Line from about 5:39 AM until about 11:55 PM. Times at Changi Airport itself depend on how far it is from the end of the line, and the last connecting train at an interchange leaves earlier than the last train of the night, so for a trip after 11.30pm check the first and last train times before you set off. Services start about half an hour later on Sundays and public holidays.
Return journey: HarbourFront to Changi Airport
- At HarbourFront board the North East Line towards Punggol Coast and ride 1 stop to Outram Park.
- At Outram Park change to the East West Line towards Pasir Ris and ride 12 stops to Tanah Merah.
- At Tanah Merah change to the East West Line (Changi Airport branch) and ride 2 stops to Changi Airport.
The return trip takes about 50 minutes and costs the same S$2.40.
Arriving at HarbourFront
HarbourFront station sits at the southern edge of Singapore, surrounded by a mix of leisure, retail and waterfront attractions. The area is dominated by VivoCity, a large shopping mall roughly 2 minutes on foot, along with several food centres serving the many visitors and workers who pass through daily. Beyond the immediate retail zone, quieter spots such as the Big Banyan Tree and Seah Im Air Raid Shelter offer a contrast along the nearby coastal fringe.
Close to the station:
- Kopitiam Food Hall (food centre, about 1 min on foot)
- Encik Tan (food centre, about 1 min on foot)
- Food Republic (food centre, about 2 min on foot)
- VivoCity (shopping mall, about 2 min on foot)
- Abandoned Motorbike (attraction, about 7 min on foot)
The HarbourFront station guide lists every exit, the lines it serves and first and last trains; the Changi Airport station guide does the same for the start of the trip.
Places to visit at either end
- How to Get to Sentosa by MRT
- How to Get to Universal Studios Singapore by MRT
- How to Get to VivoCity and HarbourFront Cruise Centre by MRT
- How to Get to Changi Airport by MRT: Terminals 1, 2, 3 and 4
- How to Get to Jewel Changi Airport by MRT
Frequently asked questions
How many MRT stops from Changi Airport to HarbourFront?
15 stops, with 2 changes.
How much is the MRT fare from Changi Airport to HarbourFront?
S$2.40 for an adult paying by card or phone, S$1.90 before 7.45am on weekdays, and S$2.53 from 26 December 2026.
How long is the train ride?
About 50 minutes, not counting the walk to and from the stations.
Do I need to change trains?
Yes, twice, as listed in the steps above. Keep your card or phone in your pocket at the interchange; you only tap at the start and end of the trip, and the fare counts as one journey.
Which platform do I need at Changi Airport?
Follow the signs for the East West Line (Changi Airport branch) platform towards Tanah Merah. The platform screens show the next train and its destination.
More routes from Changi Airport and HarbourFront
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All station pairs are on the MRT routes hub, and the fare calculator covers any pair of stations.