Bukit Gombak MRT Station

Bukit Gombak MRT station serves the residential town of Bukit Gombak in the western part of Singapore. It operates on the North South Line and carries the station code NS3. The station sits within a largely residential area, surrounded by public housing estates and the everyday amenities that support a neighbourhood community. It is a single-line station with no interchange facilities.

Bukit Gombak on the North South Line map

North South Line map showing Bukit Gombak MRT station (NS3)
North South Line highlighted. Bukit Gombak is NS3. To see the station itself highlighted, open the interactive map.

Bukit Gombak MRT station at a glance

Station codesNS3
LinesNorth South Line
Line colourRed line (North South Line)
InterchangeNo, single line station
Chinese name武吉甘柏
Tamil nameபுக்கிட் கோம்பாக்
Next stations
North South Line: Bukit Batok ← Bukit Gombak → Choa Chu Kang
Train timesNorth South Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:16 AM, last train 11:48 PM
Full first and last train guide

See Bukit Gombak on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.

Travelling from Bukit Gombak, you can head south along the North South Line towards Bukit Batok, which connects onward into the city and towards stations such as Jurong East, an interchange with the East West Line. Heading north, the next stop is Choa Chu Kang, which is an interchange with the Light Rapid Transit loop serving the surrounding housing estates. There are no direct transfers available at Bukit Gombak itself, so passengers needing to change lines will do so at a neighbouring station.

The station is close to Bukit Gombak Park and the Little Guilin area, a well-known local spot featuring a granite hill and a lake that draws visitors from across Singapore. The surrounding neighbourhood is a typical Housing and Development Board estate with markets, shops, and food centres within walking distance. The general character of the area is quiet and residential, making the station primarily a commuter stop for people living in and around Bukit Gombak.

Around Bukit Gombak MRT station

Bukit Gombak station sits within a largely residential neighbourhood in western Singapore, well served by everyday amenities. The area around the station features community facilities such as the Bukit Gombak Neighbourhood Centre and sporting venues including Bukit Gombak Stadium. Several food centres are within a short walk, making this a practical base for residents and visitors alike.

PlaceTypeDistanceWhy go
Bukit Gombak Neighbourhood CentreCommunity clubAbout 60 m (~1 min walk)Visit for community events, classes and neighbourhood social activities.
Sin Huat Lee RestaurantFood centreAbout 130 m (~2 min walk)Head here for a local dining experience with a range of cooked food options.
Chang Cheng Mee WahFood centreAbout 170 m (~3 min walk)A popular spot for affordable local meals and hawker fare.
Air PadangFood centreAbout 200 m (~3 min walk)Drop by for casual local food in a neighbourhood food centre setting.
Bukit Gombak StadiumStadiumAbout 210 m (~3 min walk)Use the stadium facilities for sports, fitness activities or watching local matches.
PerdausCommunity clubAbout 210 m (~3 min walk)A community club serving the local Malay Muslim community with programmes and activities.
StreamAttractionAbout 720 m (~12 min walk)A natural stream attraction worth visiting for a quiet outdoor experience.
West MallShopping mallAbout 1020 m (~17 min walk)A shopping mall offering retail, dining and entertainment options a short distance away.

Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.

How to get to Bukit Gombak by MRT

Worked out from the network map. Stop counts are station to station and do not include walking or waiting time.

From Changi AirportTake the East West Line from Changi Airport to Jurong East (22 stops), then change to the North South Line from Jurong East to Bukit Gombak (2 stops). About 24 stops with 1 change.
From OrchardTake the North South Line from Orchard to Bukit Gombak (18 stops). About 18 stops, no changes.
From City HallTake the East West Line from City Hall to Jurong East (11 stops), then change to the North South Line from Jurong East to Bukit Gombak (2 stops). About 13 stops with 1 change.
From Jurong EastTake the North South Line from Jurong East to Bukit Gombak (2 stops). About 2 stops, no changes.
From WoodlandsTake the North South Line from Woodlands to Bukit Gombak (5 stops). About 5 stops, no changes.
From HarbourFrontTake the North East Line from HarbourFront to Outram Park (1 stop), then change to the East West Line from Outram Park to Jurong East (8 stops), then change to the North South Line from Jurong East to Bukit Gombak (2 stops). About 11 stops with 2 changes.

Fares from Bukit Gombak MRT station

A trip from Bukit Gombak to Changi Airport (about 39 km) costs S$2.56 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Bukit Gombak 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.

ToDistanceAdult cardBefore 7.45amFrom 26 Dec 2026
Changi Airportabout 39 km, 24 stopsS$2.56S$2.06S$2.69
Orchardabout 36 km, 18 stopsS$2.52S$2.02S$2.65
City Hallabout 20 km, 13 stopsS$2.30S$1.80S$2.43
Raffles Placeabout 19 km, 12 stopsS$2.24S$1.74S$2.37
Jurong Eastabout 3 km, 2 stopsS$1.38S$0.88S$1.51
Woodlandsabout 12 km, 5 stopsS$1.94S$1.44S$2.07
HarbourFrontabout 20 km, 11 stopsS$2.27S$1.77S$2.40
Marina Bayabout 20 km, 13 stopsS$2.27S$1.77S$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 Bukit Gombak MRT station

  • Most food centres and community facilities are within a comfortable three-minute walk from the station, so no additional transport is needed for these stops.
  • West Mall is approximately one kilometre away and may be more comfortably reached by bus rather than on foot, especially in hot or rainy weather.
  • The stream attraction is around 12 minutes on foot, so allow extra time and wear comfortable footwear if you plan to visit.
  • During peak commuting hours the station can be busier than usual, so allow a little extra time if you are connecting onward along the North South Line.

All stations on the North South Line

In order along the line, with Bukit Gombak marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.

CodeStationInterchange
NS1Jurong EastEW / NS
NS2Bukit BatokNone
NS3Bukit Gombak (you are here)None
NS4Choa Chu KangNS / BP
NS5Yew TeeNone
NS7KranjiNone
NS8MarsilingNone
NS9WoodlandsNS / TE
NS10AdmiraltyNone
NS11SembawangNone
NS12CanberraNone
NS13YishunNone
NS14KhatibNone
NS15Yio Chu KangNone
NS16Ang Mo KioNone
NS17BishanNS / CC
NS18BraddellNone
NS19Toa PayohNone
NS20NovenaNone
NS21NewtonNS / DT
NS22OrchardTE / NS
NS23SomersetNone
NS24Dhoby GhautNS / NE / CC
NS25City HallEW / NS
NS26Raffles PlaceNS / EW
NS27Marina BayCE / TE / NS
NS28Marina South PierNone

Read the full North South Line guide.

Bukit Gombak MRT station: common questions

Which line is Bukit Gombak MRT station on?

Bukit Gombak is on the North South Line. Its station code is NS3.

Is Bukit Gombak an interchange station?

No. Bukit Gombak is served by the North South Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.

What time is the first and last train at Bukit Gombak?

Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Bukit Gombak a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. North South Line first train 5:16 AM, last train 11:48 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.

What is near Bukit Gombak MRT station?

The station is surrounded by several food centres, including Sin Huat Lee Restaurant and Chang Cheng Mee Wah, as well as community facilities like the Bukit Gombak Neighbourhood Centre and Bukit Gombak Stadium, all within approximately 210 metres.

Which shopping mall is closest to Bukit Gombak station and how far is it?

West Mall is the nearest shopping mall, at approximately 1,020 metres straight-line distance, which is roughly a 17-minute walk.

How far is Bukit Gombak Stadium from the station?

Bukit Gombak Stadium is approximately 210 metres away in a straight line, making it roughly a three-minute walk from the station.

How do I get to Bukit Gombak from Changi Airport by MRT?

Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Jurong East (22 stops), then change to the North South Line from Jurong East to Bukit Gombak (2 stops). About 24 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.

Plan the rest of the trip

Every station on the North South 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.