Orchard to Boon Lay by MRT
Quick answer: Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Outram Park, change at Outram Park to the East West Line (towards Tuas Link) to Boon Lay. That is 14 stops with one change, about 45 minutes on the train, and the adult card fare is S$2.33.
Step by step from Orchard to Boon Lay
- At Orchard board the Thomson East Coast Line towards Bayshore and ride 3 stops to Outram Park.
- At Outram Park change to the East West Line towards Tuas Link and ride 11 stops to Boon Lay.
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: Orchard is TE14/NS22 and Boon Lay is EW27. See the interactive MRT map to check the route on the network.
Fare from Orchard to Boon Lay
| Fare type | Adult card fare |
|---|---|
| Standard adult fare (card, contactless or phone wallet) | S$2.33 |
| Early bird, tapping in before 7.45am on a weekday | S$1.83 |
| From 26 December 2026, after the announced fare rise | S$2.46 |
The fare is based on the 21.9 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 45 minutes on the train from Orchard to Boon Lay. 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 Thomson East Coast Line runs from about 5:36 AM until about 11:42 PM at its first station, and the East West Line from about 5:19 AM until about 11:23 PM. Times at Orchard 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: Boon Lay to Orchard
- At Boon Lay board the East West Line towards Pasir Ris and ride 11 stops to Outram Park.
- At Outram Park change to the Thomson East Coast Line towards Woodlands North and ride 3 stops to Orchard.
The return trip takes about 45 minutes and costs the same S$2.33.
Arriving at Boon Lay
Boon Lay station sits at the heart of a busy mixed-use area in Jurong West, combining large shopping malls with residential blocks and community facilities. The area is anchored by Jurong Point and The Centris, both within a very short walk of the station. Nearby amenities include a bus interchange, a library, a medical centre and a park, making the area well served for everyday needs.
Close to the station:
- Jurong Point (shopping mall, about 2 min on foot)
- Boon Lay Interchange (bus interchange, about 2 min on foot)
- The Centris (shopping mall, about 2 min on foot)
- Kopitiam (food centre, about 3 min on foot)
- Jurong Central Park (park, about 4 min on foot)
The Boon Lay station guide lists every exit, the lines it serves and first and last trains; the Orchard station guide does the same for the start of the trip.
Places to visit at either end
Frequently asked questions
How many MRT stops from Orchard to Boon Lay?
14 stops, with one change at Outram Park.
How much is the MRT fare from Orchard to Boon Lay?
S$2.33 for an adult paying by card or phone, S$1.83 before 7.45am on weekdays, and S$2.46 from 26 December 2026.
How long is the train ride?
About 45 minutes, not counting the walk to and from the stations.
Do I need to change trains?
Yes, once, at Outram Park. 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 Orchard?
Follow the signs for the Thomson East Coast Line platform towards Bayshore. The platform screens show the next train and its destination.
More routes from Orchard and Boon Lay
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All station pairs are on the MRT routes hub, and the fare calculator covers any pair of stations.