Bright Hill MRT Station
Bright Hill MRT station is a stop on the Thomson-East Coast Line, carrying the station code TE7. It serves a quiet, predominantly residential part of northern Singapore, offering rail access to those living in the landed housing estates and private developments that make up this relatively low-density neighbourhood.
Bright Hill on the Thomson East Coast Line map
Bright Hill station at a glance
| Station codes | TE7 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Thomson East Coast Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 光明山 |
| Tamil name | பிரைட் ஹில் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Thomson East Coast Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Bright Hill on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
The station sits between Lentor (TE6) and Upper Thomson (TE8) on the Thomson-East Coast Line. As it is not an interchange, all journeys requiring a transfer to another line will need to be made at a neighbouring station further along the route. From Bright Hill, the Thomson-East Coast Line connects riders northward toward Woodlands and southward toward the city centre and the eastern coastal areas.
The station is close to Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, one of Singapore's larger urban parks, which stretches along the Kallang River and offers walking and cycling paths through landscaped greenery. The surrounding area is otherwise a calm residential neighbourhood of houses and low-rise developments, making this station a practical stop for those visiting the park or heading home to the local streets nearby.
Around Bright Hill station
Bright Hill station sits in a quiet, predominantly residential part of northern Singapore, bordered by greenery and places of worship. The Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery and the Buddhist College of Singapore give the immediate surroundings a calm, contemplative character. Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park lies close by, making this a popular area for those seeking nature and recreation.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buddhist College of Singapore | College | About 160 m (~3 min walk) | Visit for Buddhist education programmes and a respected academic institution. |
| Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery | Place of worship | About 260 m (~4 min walk) | A large monastery complex worth visiting for worship, reflection and Chinese Buddhist architecture. |
| Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park | Park | About 260 m (~4 min walk) | A spacious park popular for walking, cycling and enjoying the river landscape. |
| NTUC Foodfare | Food centre | About 620 m (~10 min walk) | A convenient food centre offering a range of cooked food options for a quick meal. |
| AMK 232 Foodhouse | Food centre | About 620 m (~10 min walk) | Another nearby food centre with a variety of local dishes to choose from. |
| Kebun Baru Market | Market / hawker centre | About 640 m (~10 min walk) | A neighbourhood market and hawker centre good for local food and fresh produce. |
| Eunoia Junior College | College | About 660 m (~11 min walk) | A junior college serving pre-university students in the surrounding area. |
| Thomson Plaza | Shopping mall | About 1040 m (~17 min walk) | A neighbourhood shopping mall with retail shops and dining options. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Bright Hill 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 Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Caldecott (8 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Caldecott to Bright Hill (2 stops). About 16 stops with 2 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Bright Hill (7 stops). About 7 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Orchard (3 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Bright Hill (7 stops). About 10 stops with 1 change. |
| From Jurong East | Take the North South Line from Jurong East to Woodlands (7 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Bright Hill (4 stops). About 11 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Bright Hill (4 stops). About 4 stops, no changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the Circle Line from HarbourFront to Caldecott (11 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Caldecott to Bright Hill (2 stops). About 13 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Bright Hill station
- The Buddhist College of Singapore and Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery are both within a short, comfortable walk from the station, making them easy to visit on foot.
- Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park is also within walking distance, but wear comfortable shoes as the park grounds are extensive once you are inside.
- The food centres and Kebun Baru Market are roughly a ten-minute walk away; consider taking a bus if the weather is hot or if you prefer a quicker journey.
- Thomson Plaza is over a kilometre away and is more comfortably reached by bus rather than on foot, especially when carrying shopping.
All stations on the Thomson East Coast Line
In order along the line, with Bright Hill marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| TE1 | Woodlands North | – |
| TE2 | Woodlands | NS / TE |
| TE3 | Woodlands South | – |
| TE4 | Springleaf | – |
| TE5 | Lentor | – |
| TE7 | Bright Hill (you are here) | – |
| TE8 | Upper Thomson | – |
| TE9 | Caldecott | CC / TE |
| TE10 | Mount Pleasant | – |
| TE11 | Stevens | DT / TE |
| TE12 | Napier | – |
| TE13 | Orchard Boulevard | – |
| TE14 | Orchard | TE / NS |
| TE15 | Great World | – |
| TE16 | Havelock | – |
| TE17 | Outram Park | TE / EW |
| TE18 | Maxwell | – |
| TE19 | Shenton Way | – |
| TE20 | Marina Bay | CE / TE |
| TE21 | Marina South | – |
| TE22 | Gardens by the Bay | – |
Read the full Thomson East Coast Line guide.
Bright Hill station: common questions
Which line is Bright Hill MRT station on?
Bright Hill is on the Thomson East Coast Line. Its station code is TE7.
Is Bright Hill an interchange station?
No. Bright Hill is served by the Thomson East Coast Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Bright Hill?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Bright Hill a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Thomson East Coast Line first train 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Bright Hill MRT station?
The closest places include the Buddhist College of Singapore at roughly 160 m, Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery and Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park both at approximately 260 m, and several food centres and a market within about 620 to 640 m.
Which shopping mall is closest to Bright Hill station?
Thomson Plaza is the nearest shopping mall, located approximately 1,040 m from the station, which is around a 17-minute walk.
How far is Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park from Bright Hill station?
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park is approximately 260 m from the station, which is roughly a 4-minute walk.
How do I get to Bright Hill from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Caldecott (8 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Caldecott to Bright Hill (2 stops). About 16 stops with 2 changes.
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 Thomson East Coast 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.