Botanic Gardens MRT Station
Botanic Gardens MRT station is an interchange station serving both the Downtown Line (station code DT9) and the Circle Line (station code CC19). It sits in a quiet, leafy residential part of Singapore, close to the Bukit Timah and Holland Road areas. The surrounding neighbourhood is largely made up of private housing, embassies, and international schools, giving the area a calm, low-density character compared with the busier commercial districts elsewhere on the network.
Botanic Gardens on the Downtown Line map
Botanic Gardens station at a glance
| Station codes | DT9CC19 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Downtown Line Circle Line |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 植物园 |
| Tamil name | பூ மலை |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Downtown Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:30 AM, last train 11:35 PM Circle Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:37 AM, last train 11:50 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Botanic Gardens on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Passengers can transfer between the Downtown Line and the Circle Line here without leaving the station. On the Downtown Line, the neighbouring stations are Tan Kah Kee towards the Bukit Timah direction and Stevens, which is itself an interchange with the Thomson-East Coast Line. On the Circle Line, the adjacent stations are Farrer Road to the south and Caldecott, where passengers can change onto the Thomson-East Coast Line heading north or south.
The most well-known destination within walking distance is the Singapore Botanic Gardens, a large public green space with lawns, themed gardens, and the National Orchid Garden. The gardens are expansive and draw visitors looking for a quiet outdoor retreat in the middle of the city. Beyond the gardens, the surrounding streets offer a mix of cafes and small restaurants, making the area a reasonable starting point for an afternoon in that part of Singapore.
Around Botanic Gardens station
Botanic Gardens MRT station serves the Bukit Timah planning area, sitting at the edge of one of Singapore's most well-regarded residential districts. The surroundings are predominantly upscale residential, with landed homes, private condominiums and embassies lining the nearby roads. The station is used by a mix of residents, tourists visiting the Singapore Botanic Gardens and students from nearby international schools. On foot, the area feels calm and leafy, with wide pavements, mature trees and a notably quieter pace compared to the city centre.
| Place | Type | Why go |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Botanic Gardens | Park | A UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning over 80 hectares, the gardens offer open lawns, a national orchid collection and heritage trees that draw locals and tourists alike. |
| National Orchid Garden | Attraction | Located within the Singapore Botanic Gardens, this is Singapore's largest display of tropical orchids and is a key reason many visitors make the trip to this station. |
| Gleneagles Hospital | Hospital | A major private hospital on Napier Road, Gleneagles is within walking distance and serves patients seeking specialist medical care in a range of disciplines. |
| Cluny Court | Shopping mall | A small neighbourhood retail strip along Cluny Road offering dining options, a supermarket and everyday services convenient for local residents. |
| Tanglin Mall | Shopping mall | A mid-sized shopping centre on Tanglin Road catering largely to expatriates and tourists, with international retail brands, supermarkets and food and beverage options. |
| Tanglin Club | Attraction | One of Singapore's oldest private members clubs, the Tanglin Club on Stevens Road is a historic social institution popular with the expatriate community. |
| Singapore Chinese Girls' School (Secondary) | School | An established girls' school located nearby on Dunearn Road, contributing to the student ridership at the station during school hours. |
How to get to Botanic Gardens by MRT
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 Bugis (10 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bugis to Botanic Gardens (5 stops). About 15 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Newton (1 stop), then change to the Downtown Line from Newton to Botanic Gardens (2 stops). About 3 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Newton (4 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Newton to Botanic Gardens (2 stops). About 6 stops with 1 change. |
| 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 Botanic Gardens (3 stops). About 6 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Caldecott (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Caldecott to Botanic Gardens (1 stop). About 7 stops with 1 change. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Little India (4 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Little India to Botanic Gardens (3 stops). About 7 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Botanic Gardens station
- The station has two lines serving it, so check the platform carefully depending on where you are headed, as the Downtown Line and Circle Line platforms are accessed separately within the same station complex.
- The main entrance closest to the Botanic Gardens leads directly towards the Tanglin Gate, making it the most convenient exit for visitors heading to the gardens.
- Peak hour crowding is moderate compared to city-centre stations; however, weekends see a noticeable increase in visitors heading to the Botanic Gardens, particularly on Sunday mornings.
- Lifts are available at the station for passengers with mobility needs, and the route towards the Botanic Gardens is largely sheltered for a portion of the walk.
All stations on the Downtown Line
In order along the line, with Botanic Gardens marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| DT1 | Bukit Panjang | DT / BP |
| DT2 | Cashew | – |
| DT3 | Hillview | – |
| DT5 | Beauty World | – |
| DT6 | King Albert Park | – |
| DT7 | Sixth Avenue | – |
| DT8 | Tan Kah Kee | – |
| DT9 | Botanic Gardens (you are here) | DT / CC |
| DT10 | Stevens | DT / TE |
| DT11 | Newton | NS / DT |
| DT12 | Little India | DT / NE |
| DT13 | Rochor | – |
| DT14 | Bugis | DT / EW |
| DT15 | Promenade | CC / DT |
| DT16 | Bayfront | CE / DT |
| DT17 | Downtown | – |
| DT18 | Telok Ayer | – |
| DT19 | Chinatown | DT / NE |
| DT20 | Fort Canning | – |
| DT21 | Bencoolen | – |
| DT22 | Jalan Besar | – |
| DT23 | Bendemeer | – |
| DT24 | Geylang Bahru | – |
| DT25 | Mattar | – |
| DT26 | MacPherson | CC / DT |
| DT27 | Ubi | – |
| DT28 | Kaki Bukit | – |
| DT29 | Bedok North | – |
| DT30 | Bedok Reservoir | – |
| DT31 | Tampines West | – |
| DT32 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| DT33 | Tampines East | – |
| DT34 | Upper Changi | – |
| DT35 | Expo | DT / CG |
Read the full Downtown Line guide.
All stations on the Circle Line
In order along the line, with Botanic Gardens marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| CC2 | Bras Basah | – |
| CC3 | Esplanade | – |
| CC4 | Promenade | CC / DT |
| CC5 | Nicoll Highway | – |
| CC6 | Stadium | – |
| CC7 | Mountbatten | – |
| CC8 | Dakota | – |
| CC9 | Paya Lebar | CC / EW |
| CC10 | MacPherson | CC / DT |
| CC11 | Tai Seng | – |
| CC12 | Bartley | – |
| CC13 | Serangoon | CC / NE |
| CC14 | Lorong Chuan | – |
| CC15 | Bishan | NS / CC |
| CC16 | Marymount | – |
| CC17 | Caldecott | CC / TE |
| CC19 | Botanic Gardens (you are here) | DT / CC |
| CC20 | Farrer Road | – |
| CC21 | Holland Village | – |
| CC22 | Buona Vista | EW / CC |
| CC23 | one-north | – |
| CC24 | Kent Ridge | – |
| CC25 | Haw Par Villa | – |
| CC26 | Pasir Panjang | – |
| CC27 | Labrador Park | – |
| CC28 | Telok Blangah | – |
| CC29 | HarbourFront | CC / NE |
Read the full Circle Line guide.
Botanic Gardens station: common questions
Which line is Botanic Gardens MRT station on?
Botanic Gardens is on the Downtown Line and the Circle Line. Its station codes are DT9 and CC19.
Is Botanic Gardens an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the Downtown Line and the Circle Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Botanic Gardens?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Botanic Gardens a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Downtown Line first train 5:30 AM, last train 11:35 PM. Circle Line first train 5:37 AM, last train 11:50 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
Is the Singapore Botanic Gardens accessible directly from Botanic Gardens MRT station?
Yes. The station is named after the gardens and sits right beside them. The Tanglin Gate entrance to the Botanic Gardens is a short, largely sheltered walk from the station exit, making this the most convenient public transport option for visiting the gardens.
Is there a shopping mall connected to Botanic Gardens MRT station?
There is no mall directly connected to the station by an underpass or linkway. Cluny Court is the closest small retail strip, a short walk away, while Tanglin Mall on Tanglin Road is also reachable on foot within about ten minutes.
What is the Botanic Gardens area generally known for?
The area is known for its leafy, upscale character, with the UNESCO-listed Singapore Botanic Gardens as the centrepiece. It is also associated with private hospitals such as Gleneagles, several embassies, established schools and quiet residential streets lined with mature trees.
How do I get to Botanic Gardens from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Bugis (10 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bugis to Botanic Gardens (5 stops). About 15 stops with 1 change.
Sources: station codes, line colours and interchanges from the LTA rail system map; operating hours from SMRT and SBS Transit. Last reviewed September 2026.
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Downtown Line and the Circle Line 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.