Orchard to Pasir Ris by MRT
Quick answer: Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to City Hall, change at City Hall to the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Pasir Ris. That is 15 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 Pasir Ris
- At Orchard board the North South Line towards Marina South Pier and ride 3 stops to City Hall.
- At City Hall change to the East West Line towards Pasir Ris and ride 12 stops to Pasir Ris.
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 Pasir Ris is EW1. See the interactive MRT map to check the route on the network.
Fare from Orchard to Pasir Ris
| 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 21.8 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 Pasir Ris. 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 North South Line runs from about 5:16 AM until about 11:48 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: Pasir Ris to Orchard
- At Pasir Ris board the East West Line towards Tuas Link and ride 12 stops to City Hall.
- At City Hall change to the North South Line towards Jurong East and ride 3 stops to Orchard.
The return trip takes about 45 minutes and costs the same S$2.33.
Arriving at Pasir Ris
Pasir Ris MRT station sits at the heart of a largely residential town in the far east of Singapore, with a strong focus on retail and dining conveniences for local residents. White Sands shopping mall and Pasir Ris Mall are both within easy walking distance, giving the area a well-served suburban shopping character. Pasir Ris Town Park nearby adds a natural, recreational dimension to what is otherwise a community-oriented neighbourhood.
Close to the station:
- White Sands (shopping mall, about 2 min on foot)
- Koufu Cookhouse (food centre, about 2 min on foot)
- Pasir Ris Public Library (library, about 2 min on foot)
- Pasir Ris Mall (shopping mall, about 5 min on foot)
- Malaysia Boleh! (food centre, about 5 min on foot)
The Pasir Ris 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 Pasir Ris?
15 stops, with one change at City Hall.
How much is the MRT fare from Orchard to Pasir Ris?
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 City Hall. 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 North South Line platform towards Marina South Pier. The platform screens show the next train and its destination.
More routes from Orchard and Pasir Ris
Changi Airport to Orchard | Changi Airport to Pasir Ris | 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 | Orchard to Clarke Quay
All station pairs are on the MRT routes hub, and the fare calculator covers any pair of stations.