Bugis MRT Station
Bugis MRT station is an interchange station serving both the East West Line (station code EW12) and the Downtown Line (station code DT14). It sits in the Bugis area of central Singapore, a busy mixed-use district that combines older residential neighbourhoods with commercial streets, hotels, and cultural landmarks. The station draws a wide range of passengers, from locals running daily errands to visitors exploring one of the more characterful parts of the city centre.
Bugis on the Downtown Line map
Bugis station at a glance
| Station codes | DT14EW12 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Downtown Line East West Line |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 武吉士 |
| Tamil name | பூகிஸ் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Downtown Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:30 AM, last train 11:35 PM East West Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Bugis on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Travellers on the East West Line can reach Lavender station to the north-east or City Hall station to the south-west without changing trains. Those on the Downtown Line have Rochor to the north-west and Promenade to the south-east as their neighbouring stops. The interchange between the two lines makes Bugis a practical stopping point for journeys across central Singapore, allowing passengers to switch between the green East West Line and the blue Downtown Line within the same station.
The area around Bugis station is well known for Bugis Street, a busy retail street with market-style shopping, and Bugis Junction, a shopping mall directly above and connected to the station. Just a short walk away is the Arab Street quarter, with its textile shops, cafes, and the Sultan Mosque, one of the most recognisable mosques in Singapore. The surrounding streets also include older shophouse rows that give the neighbourhood a character distinct from the city's newer commercial districts.
Around Bugis station
Bugis station sits in a lively mixed-use district known for shopping, culture and healthcare. The area is anchored by major malls such as Bugis Junction and Bugis Plus, alongside museums and heritage attractions. It draws tourists, shoppers and locals alike, with Raffles Hospital adding a medical services presence nearby.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bugis Junction | Shopping mall | About 40 m (~1 min walk) | Visit for a wide range of retail shops, dining options and entertainment under one roof. |
| Raffles Hospital | Hospital | About 170 m (~3 min walk) | Head here for private hospital and specialist medical services. |
| Bugis Street Back Lane | Attraction | About 170 m (~3 min walk) | Explore a well-known street market area popular for bargain shopping and local goods. |
| Bugis Plus | Shopping mall | About 240 m (~4 min walk) | Browse additional retail and dining options at this mall directly opposite Bugis Junction. |
| Mint Museum of Toys | Museum | About 440 m (~7 min walk) | Discover a large private collection of vintage toys and collectibles from around the world. |
| Bras Basah Complex | Shopping mall | About 450 m (~7 min walk) | Browse art books, secondhand books and craft supplies at this well-known shopping complex. |
| Objectifs - Centre for Photography and Film | Museum | About 470 m (~8 min walk) | Attend film screenings, photography exhibitions and creative workshops at this arts centre. |
| Malay Heritage Centre | Museum | About 510 m (~8 min walk) | Learn about Malay culture, history and traditions through permanent and rotating exhibitions. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Bugis 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). About 10 stops, no changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to City Hall (3 stops), then change to the East West Line from City Hall to Bugis (1 stop). About 4 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Bugis (1 stop). About 1 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Bugis (12 stops). About 12 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Stevens (8 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Stevens to Bugis (4 stops). About 12 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 Bugis (2 stops). About 6 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Bugis station
- Bugis is an interchange station serving both the Downtown Line and the East West Line, so plan your journey using whichever line best suits your starting point.
- Bugis Junction is the closest destination to the station and is reachable in about one minute on foot, making it a convenient first stop.
- Places such as the Malay Heritage Centre, Objectifs and the Mint Museum of Toys are roughly seven to eight minutes away on foot, so allow a little extra time to reach them.
- The area can be crowded on weekends and public holidays, so expect slower walking pace along the main streets when heading to attractions like Bugis Street Back Lane.
All stations on the Downtown Line
In order along the line, with Bugis 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 | DT / CC |
| DT10 | Stevens | DT / TE |
| DT11 | Newton | NS / DT |
| DT12 | Little India | DT / NE |
| DT13 | Rochor | – |
| DT14 | Bugis (you are here) | 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 East West Line
In order along the line, with Bugis marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| EW1 | Pasir Ris | – |
| EW2 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| EW3 | Simei | – |
| EW4 | Tanah Merah | – |
| EW5 | Bedok | – |
| EW6 | Kembangan | – |
| EW7 | Eunos | – |
| EW8 | Paya Lebar | CC / EW |
| EW9 | Aljunied | – |
| EW10 | Kallang | – |
| EW11 | Lavender | – |
| EW12 | Bugis (you are here) | DT / EW |
| EW13 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| EW14 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| EW15 | Tanjong Pagar | – |
| EW16 | Outram Park | TE / EW |
| EW17 | Tiong Bahru | – |
| EW18 | Redhill | – |
| EW19 | Queenstown | – |
| EW20 | Commonwealth | – |
| EW21 | Buona Vista | EW / CC |
| EW22 | Dover | – |
| EW23 | Clementi | – |
| EW24 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| EW25 | Chinese Garden | – |
| EW26 | Lakeside | – |
| EW27 | Boon Lay | – |
| EW28 | Pioneer | – |
| EW29 | Joo Koon | – |
| EW30 | Gul Circle | – |
| EW31 | Tuas Crescent | – |
| EW32 | Tuas West Road | – |
| EW33 | Tuas Link | – |
Read the full East West Line guide.
Bugis station: common questions
Which line is Bugis MRT station on?
Bugis is on the Downtown Line and the East West Line. Its station codes are DT14 and EW12.
Is Bugis an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the Downtown Line and the East West Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Bugis?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Bugis a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Downtown Line first train 5:30 AM, last train 11:35 PM. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Bugis MRT station?
The station is close to several shopping malls, cultural attractions and a hospital. Nearby places include Bugis Junction, Bugis Plus, Bugis Street Back Lane, Raffles Hospital, the Mint Museum of Toys, Bras Basah Complex, Objectifs and the Malay Heritage Centre.
Which shopping mall is closest to Bugis MRT station?
Bugis Junction is the closest mall, approximately 40 metres from the station and about one minute on foot. Bugis Plus is also nearby at roughly 240 metres, or about four minutes on foot.
How far is the Malay Heritage Centre from Bugis MRT station?
The Malay Heritage Centre is approximately 510 metres from the station, which is roughly an eight-minute walk.
How do I get to Bugis from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Bugis (10 stops). About 10 stops, no 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 Downtown Line and the East West 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.