Orchard to Outram Park by MRT
Quick answer: Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Outram Park. That is 3 stops with no change of train, about 10 minutes on the train, and the adult card fare is S$1.28.
Step by step from Orchard to Outram Park
- At Orchard board the Thomson East Coast Line towards Bayshore and ride 3 stops to Outram Park.
This is a direct ride on one line, so once you are on the train you can stay seated until Outram Park. Station codes: Orchard is TE14/NS22 and Outram Park is TE17/EW16/NE3. See the interactive MRT map to check the route on the network.
Fare from Orchard to Outram Park
| Fare type | Adult card fare |
|---|---|
| Standard adult fare (card, contactless or phone wallet) | S$1.28 |
| Early bird, tapping in before 7.45am on a weekday | S$0.78 |
| From 26 December 2026, after the announced fare rise | S$1.40 |
The fare is based on the 3.1 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 10 minutes on the train from Orchard to Outram Park. That assumes roughly 2 to 3 minutes per stop, 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. 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: Outram Park to Orchard
- At Outram Park board the Thomson East Coast Line towards Woodlands North and ride 3 stops to Orchard.
The return trip takes about 10 minutes and costs the same S$1.28.
Arriving at Outram Park
Outram Park station sits at the edge of several distinct districts, blending heritage, healthcare and commercial activity. The historic Chinatown precinct lies within walking distance, alongside the sprawling Singapore General Hospital campus. The area also draws visitors interested in culture and museums, including Baba House and the Buddha Tooth Relic Museum.
Close to the station:
- The Fluxus House (gallery, about 2 min on foot)
- Baba House (museum, about 7 min on foot)
- Chinatown (attraction, about 7 min on foot)
- Buddha Tooth Relic Museum (museum, about 9 min on foot)
- Singapore General Hospital (hospital, about 9 min on foot)
The Outram Park 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
- How to Get to Singapore General Hospital by MRT
- How to Get to Mount Elizabeth Hospital by MRT
- How to Get to Orchard Road by MRT
Frequently asked questions
How many MRT stops from Orchard to Outram Park?
3 stops on the Thomson East Coast Line with no change.
How much is the MRT fare from Orchard to Outram Park?
S$1.28 for an adult paying by card or phone, S$0.78 before 7.45am on weekdays, and S$1.40 from 26 December 2026.
How long is the train ride?
About 10 minutes, not counting the walk to and from the stations.
Do I need to change trains?
No. Stay on the Thomson East Coast Line all the way.
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 Outram Park
Changi Airport to Orchard | Changi Airport to Outram Park | Hougang to Outram Park | Orchard to Ang Mo Kio | Orchard to Bayfront | Orchard to Bedok | Orchard to Bishan | Orchard to Boon Lay | Orchard to Bugis | Orchard to Bukit Panjang | Orchard to Buona Vista | Orchard to Chinatown | Orchard to Choa Chu Kang | Orchard to City Hall
All station pairs are on the MRT routes hub, and the fare calculator covers any pair of stations.