Bakau LRT Station
Bakau LRT station is a stop on the East Loop of the Sengkang LRT in the Sengkang estate, and it carries the station code SE3. Like every station on this line, it is elevated, so trains run on a viaduct above the roads and housing blocks around it. The Sengkang LRT is a driverless automated guideway system with 14 stations spread across two loops. Both loops meet at Sengkang station, where passengers can change to the North East Line for journeys further into the city.
Bakau on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop) map
Bakau LRT station at a glance
| Station codes | SE3 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Sengkang LRT (East Loop) |
| Line colour | Grey line (Sengkang LRT (East Loop)) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 码高 |
| Tamil name | பக்காவ் |
| Next stations |
See Bakau on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Most of the people using the station live in the surrounding Sengkang flats. They ride the East Loop for short hops between home and Sengkang station, where they connect to the MRT. Others use it for everyday errands at the shops, coffee shops and markets within walking distance. Visitors tend to come for the local malls and food outlets rather than for tourist sights, and the light rail saves them a walk across the estate.
History of Bakau LRT station
Bakau LRT station opened with the rest of the East Loop on 18 January 2003, when the Sengkang LRT became Singapore’s second light rail line after the Bukit Panjang LRT. Rides were free for the first two days. At that time around 90% of Sengkang residents lived along the East Loop, while the western side of the estate was still largely undeveloped. Trains originally ran as single cars, and two-car operation began on 22 December 2015 to cope with growing ridership.
Inside Bakau LRT station
Trains calling here are driverless Mitsubishi Crystal Mover cars. Services can run with either one or two cars, because older single cars and two-car sets share the line while a new fleet of two-car trains, in service since 15 July 2025, is added until 2028.
For everyday use, Bakau LRT station puts several food and shopping options within a short walk. The Coffeehood & Tea Hall and 9S Coffee Shop are both about 360 m away, roughly a 6 minute walk, and suit a quick meal. Rivervale Mall is around 480 m away, about 8 minutes on foot, for groceries and general shopping. Sengkang New Market, at about 550 m or a 9 minute walk, is the place for fresh produce and hawker food. The Sengkang Joint Testing & Vaccination Centre is also nearby, about 370 m from the station. Residents heading further afield can stay on the loop to Sengkang station and continue their journey on the North East Line.
Around Bakau LRT station
Bakau LRT station sits within a largely residential neighbourhood in the Sengkang new town area of northeastern Singapore. The surrounding streets are lined with HDB blocks and served by nearby amenities including Rivervale Mall and Rivervale Plaza. A joint testing and vaccination centre also operates close by, reflecting the community-focused nature of this estate.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffeehood & Tea Hall | Food centre | About 360 m (~6 min walk) | Visit for local coffee, tea and casual dining options. |
| 9S Coffee Shop | Food centre | About 360 m (~6 min walk) | A neighbourhood coffee shop serving everyday meals and drinks. |
| Sengkang Joint Testing & Vaccination Centre | Hospital | About 370 m (~6 min walk) | A community health facility offering testing and vaccination services. |
| Rivervale Mall | Shopping mall | About 480 m (~8 min walk) | A suburban mall with a mix of retail and dining outlets. |
| Rivervale Plaza | Shopping mall | About 490 m (~8 min walk) | A neighbourhood shopping plaza with everyday retail and food options. |
| Food Junction | Food centre | About 510 m (~8 min walk) | A food court offering a variety of cooked food stalls. |
| Sengkang New Market | Market / hawker centre | About 550 m (~9 min walk) | A traditional wet market and hawker centre for fresh produce and local food. |
| Punggol Plaza | Shopping mall | About 1100 m (~18 min walk) | A larger shopping mall further out with broader retail and dining choices. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Bakau by LRT
Worked out from the network map. Stop counts are station to station and do not include walking or waiting time.
| From Changi Airport | Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Serangoon (4 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Bakau (3 stops). About 17 stops with 3 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Dhoby Ghaut (2 stops), then change to the North East Line from Dhoby Ghaut to Sengkang (10 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Bakau (3 stops). About 15 stops with 2 changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Dhoby Ghaut (1 stop), then change to the North East Line from Dhoby Ghaut to Sengkang (10 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Bakau (3 stops). About 14 stops with 2 changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Buona Vista (3 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Buona Vista to Serangoon (8 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Bakau (3 stops). About 18 stops with 3 changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Bishan (8 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Bishan to Serangoon (2 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Bakau (3 stops). About 17 stops with 3 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Sengkang (14 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Bakau (3 stops). About 17 stops with 1 change. |
Fares from Bakau LRT station
A trip from Bakau to Changi Airport (about 26 km) costs S$2.42 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Bakau to the main hubs, the early bird fare for journeys that start before 7.45am on weekdays, and the fare that applies from 26 December 2026.
| To | Distance | Adult card | Before 7.45am | From 26 Dec 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changi Airport | about 26 km, 17 stops | S$2.42 | S$1.92 | S$2.55 |
| Orchard | about 17 km, 15 stops | S$2.15 | S$1.65 | S$2.28 |
| City Hall | about 16 km, 14 stops | S$2.15 | S$1.65 | S$2.28 |
| Raffles Place | about 18 km, 15 stops | S$2.20 | S$1.70 | S$2.33 |
| Jurong East | about 27 km, 18 stops | S$2.44 | S$1.94 | S$2.57 |
| Woodlands | about 28 km, 17 stops | S$2.45 | S$1.95 | S$2.58 |
| HarbourFront | about 21 km, 17 stops | S$2.30 | S$1.80 | S$2.43 |
| Marina Bay | about 20 km, 19 stops | S$2.27 | S$1.77 | S$2.40 |
Estimated from the route distance between stations and the Public Transport Council fare table in force from 27 December 2025. The exact fare can differ by one band. Cash fares are higher. Use the fare calculator for any other journey, or check your fare on the SimplyGo app.
Tips for using Bakau LRT station
- Most of the nearby food centres and malls are within a ten-minute walk of the station, so walking is a reasonable option for short trips in dry weather.
- Punggol Plaza is approximately 1,100 metres away, which makes it a noticeably longer walk compared to the other destinations; consider taking the LRT or another mode of transport to get there more comfortably.
- Bakau is a station on the Sengkang LRT East Loop, so you may need to travel via Sengkang MRT interchange to connect to other lines or cross-town destinations.
- The LRT operates in a loop direction, so if your intended stop appears to be just one station away on the map, it may be quicker to travel the longer way around depending on the current loop direction.
All stations on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop)
In order along the line, with Bakau marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| SE1 | Compassvale | None |
| SE2 | Rumbia | None |
| SE3 | Bakau (you are here) | None |
| SE4 | Kangkar | None |
| SE5 | Ranggung | None |
Read the full Sengkang LRT (East Loop) guide.
Bakau LRT station: common questions
Which line is Bakau LRT station on?
Bakau is on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop). Its station code is SE3.
Is Bakau an interchange station?
No. Bakau is served by the Sengkang LRT (East Loop) only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Bakau LRT station?
The area around Bakau station has several food centres, including The Coffeehood and Tea Hall and 9S Coffee Shop, both roughly 360 metres away. Rivervale Mall and Rivervale Plaza are also nearby at approximately 480 to 490 metres, along with the Sengkang Joint Testing and Vaccination Centre.
Which mall or food centre is closest to Bakau LRT station?
The closest food options are The Coffeehood and Tea Hall and 9S Coffee Shop, both approximately 360 metres away or about a six-minute walk. Rivervale Mall is the nearest shopping mall at approximately 480 metres.
How far is Sengkang New Market from Bakau LRT station?
Sengkang New Market is approximately 550 metres from Bakau station, which is roughly a nine-minute walk. Please note this is a straight-line distance and the actual walking route may be slightly longer.
How do I get to Bakau from Changi Airport by LRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Serangoon (4 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Bakau (3 stops). About 17 stops with 3 changes.
Sources: station codes, line colours and interchanges from the LTA rail system map; operating hours from SMRT and SBS Transit. Last reviewed October 2026.
News and guides mentioning Bakau
- Sengkang West LRT Reopens Oct 4: What Riders Need to Know 5 Oct 2026
- シンガポールMRT路線図 2026（日本語ガイド） 4 Oct 2026
- Sengkang-Punggol LRT 11 Aug 2023
- Tamil 11 Aug 2023
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Sengkang LRT (East Loop) is listed on its line guide, with the full route and interchanges. For times, see the first and last train guide, and for the whole network in one view use the interactive Singapore MRT map or the PDF map.