Buangkok MRT Station
Buangkok MRT station is an underground stop on the North East Line, where it carries the station code NE15. It sits near the junction of Sengkang Central and Compassvale Bow in north-eastern Singapore, at the heart of the Buangkok residential neighbourhood. Because the platforms are below ground, what you see at street level are the entrances, which are easy to spot thanks to their white canopies.
Buangkok on the North East Line map
Buangkok MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | NE15 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North East Line |
| Line colour | Purple line (North East Line) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 万国 |
| Tamil name | புவாங்கோக் |
| Opened | 15 January 2006 (20 years ago) |
| Operator | SBS Transit |
| Station type | Underground |
| Platforms | 2 (1 island platform) |
| Address | 10 Sengkang Central, Singapore 545061 |
| Daily ridership | About 19,010 passengers a day (2024) |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | North East Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:39 AM, last train 11:55 PM Full first and last train guide |
Opening date, operator and ridership figures are LTA data as recorded on Wikipedia.
See Buangkok on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Most people who use the station live in the surrounding housing estates and newer developments such as Sengkang Grand Residence. Many of them arrive on foot from home, while others connect from buses at Buangkok Bus Interchange, which is roughly a two minute walk away. Shoppers bound for Sengkang Grand Mall and people meeting friends at the local food centres make up much of the remaining traffic, especially in the evenings and at weekends.
History of Buangkok MRT station
The station was built as part of the original North East Line, but when the line began running on 20 June 2003 it stayed closed because SBS Transit expected too few passengers in what was then a lightly developed area. Residents who had been promised a nearby station were unhappy, and in August 2005 eight white cardboard elephants appeared along the road to the station as a pointed protest against the idea that it would be a “white elephant”. After the Land Transport Authority reassessed passenger demand, the station finally welcomed riders on 15 January 2006.
Inside Buangkok MRT station
Operated by SBS Transit, the station is wheelchair accessible and is designated as a Civil Defence shelter. Look out for Water, Nature & Contemporary, an Art-in-Transit work by Vincent Leow displayed within the station.
For daily errands and meals, a lot of what you need is within a few minutes of the exits. Kopitiam City is about a one minute walk away, and Buangkok Hawker Centre and NTWU Canteen are both around two minutes on foot, so this is a practical stop for an inexpensive lunch or dinner.
Sengkang Grand Mall, about 100 m from the station, covers shopping and other everyday needs, while Buangkok Community Centre, a similar distance away, hosts activities for local residents. Masjid Al-Mawaddah is roughly a five minute walk for those attending prayers. If you prefer a larger shopping centre, Compass One is about a 17 minute walk, though most visitors will find the closer options at Buangkok MRT station more convenient for a quick visit.
Around Buangkok MRT station
Buangkok station sits within a largely residential neighbourhood in the Sengkang area of northeastern Singapore. The immediate surroundings are dominated by HDB housing estates alongside everyday amenities, with Sengkang Grand Mall and Buangkok Bus Interchange providing shopping and transport options close to the station. Several food centres, including Buangkok Hawker Centre and Kopitiam City, serve the local community.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kopitiam City | Food centre | About 60 m (~1 min walk) | A food court offering a range of local meals and drinks for quick dining. |
| Sengkang Grand Mall | Shopping mall | About 100 m (~2 min walk) | A shopping mall with retail, dining and lifestyle options for residents and visitors. |
| Buangkok Community Centre | Community club | About 100 m (~2 min walk) | A community hub hosting programmes, events and facilities for local residents. |
| Buangkok Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 110 m (~2 min walk) | A bus interchange connecting passengers to various routes across the region. |
| NTWU Canteen | Food centre | About 120 m (~2 min walk) | A canteen serving affordable meals suited to workers and nearby residents. |
| Buangkok Hawker Centre | Food centre | About 120 m (~2 min walk) | A hawker centre with a variety of local food stalls for casual dining. |
| Masjid Al-Mawaddah | Place of worship | About 330 m (~5 min walk) | A mosque serving the local Muslim community for worship and religious activities. |
| Compass One | Shopping mall | About 1030 m (~17 min walk) | A larger shopping mall offering a wider range of retail and dining options. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Buangkok 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 Serangoon (4 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Buangkok (3 stops). About 13 stops with 2 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 Buangkok (9 stops). About 11 stops with 1 change. |
| 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 Buangkok (9 stops). About 10 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 Serangoon (8 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Buangkok (3 stops). About 14 stops with 2 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 Buangkok (3 stops). About 13 stops with 2 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Buangkok (13 stops). About 13 stops, no changes. |
Fares from Buangkok MRT station
A trip from Buangkok to Changi Airport (about 23 km) costs S$2.36 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Buangkok 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 23 km, 13 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
| Orchard | about 14 km, 11 stops | S$2.02 | S$1.52 | S$2.15 |
| City Hall | about 13 km, 10 stops | S$2.02 | S$1.52 | S$2.15 |
| Raffles Place | about 15 km, 11 stops | S$2.07 | S$1.57 | S$2.20 |
| Jurong East | about 24 km, 14 stops | S$2.40 | S$1.90 | S$2.53 |
| Woodlands | about 25 km, 13 stops | S$2.42 | S$1.92 | S$2.55 |
| HarbourFront | about 18 km, 13 stops | S$2.20 | S$1.70 | S$2.33 |
| Marina Bay | about 16 km, 12 stops | S$2.11 | S$1.61 | S$2.24 |
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 Buangkok MRT station
- Kopitiam City, Sengkang Grand Mall and Buangkok Bus Interchange are all within a very short walk of the station, making them easy to reach on foot.
- Masjid Al-Mawaddah is approximately 330 metres away, which is a comfortable walk but allow a few extra minutes if you are unfamiliar with the area.
- Compass One is roughly a kilometre away, so consider taking a connecting bus from Buangkok Bus Interchange rather than walking, especially in wet weather.
- During morning and evening peak hours, the station and the bus interchange nearby can be busier than usual, so allow extra time for your journey.
All stations on the North East Line
In order along the line, with Buangkok marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| NE1 | HarbourFront | CC / NE |
| NE3 | Outram Park | TE / EW / NE |
| NE4 | Chinatown | DT / NE |
| NE5 | Clarke Quay | None |
| NE6 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE / CC |
| NE7 | Little India | DT / NE |
| NE8 | Farrer Park | None |
| NE9 | Boon Keng | None |
| NE10 | Potong Pasir | None |
| NE11 | Woodleigh | None |
| NE12 | Serangoon | CC / NE |
| NE13 | Kovan | None |
| NE14 | Hougang | None |
| NE15 | Buangkok (you are here) | None |
| NE16 | Sengkang | NE / STC |
| NE17 | Punggol | NE / PTC |
| NE18 | Punggol Coast | None |
Read the full North East Line guide.
Buangkok MRT station: common questions
Which line is Buangkok MRT station on?
Buangkok is on the North East Line. Its station code is NE15.
Is Buangkok an interchange station?
No. Buangkok is served by the North East Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Buangkok?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Buangkok a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. North East Line first train 5:39 AM, last train 11:55 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Buangkok MRT station?
Several amenities are within a short walk, including Kopitiam City, Sengkang Grand Mall, Buangkok Community Centre, Buangkok Bus Interchange, NTWU Canteen, and Buangkok Hawker Centre. Masjid Al-Mawaddah and Compass One are also reachable, though they are a bit further away.
Which food centre or hawker centre is closest to Buangkok station?
Kopitiam City is the closest food centre, approximately 60 metres from the station. Buangkok Hawker Centre and NTWU Canteen are also nearby at approximately 120 metres away.
How far is Compass One from Buangkok MRT station?
Compass One is approximately 1,030 metres from Buangkok station in a straight line, which is roughly a 17-minute walk. You may prefer to take a bus from the nearby Buangkok Bus Interchange to get there more quickly.
How do I get to Buangkok 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 Serangoon (4 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Buangkok (3 stops). About 13 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 October 2026.
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the North East 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.
Exits and buses at Buangkok station
Buangkok has 2 mapped exits (A to B). The letters match the signs inside the station; the landmark beside each one is the closest mapped place to that entrance, so pick the exit that comes up nearest to where you are going.
- Exit A: closest to Buangkok Bus Interchange (about 61 m from the entrance)
- Exit B: closest to Kopitiam City (about 52 m from the entrance)
Bus stops within 250 m of Buangkok station
| Bus stop | Stop code | Services | From station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buangkok Station Exit A | 67609 | 27, 43, 43M, 43e, 102, 114 | 27 m |
| Buangkok Station Exit B | 67601 | 27, 43, 43M, 43e, 102, 114, 114A | 43 m |
| Buangkok Interchange | 63009 | 110, 114, 114A, 156, 965 | 111 m |
Exits and bus services come from OpenStreetMap and can change when roads or routes are revised; check the board at the stop or the operator app before relying on a service late at night. For the nearest station to where you are now, use the MRT near me finder.
Places to visit from Buangkok station
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