Buona Vista MRT Station

Buona Vista MRT station is an interchange station serving both the East West Line, where it carries the code EW21, and the Circle Line, where it carries the code CC22. It sits in the western part of Singapore, in an area that mixes residential neighbourhoods with research, business, and educational institutions, making it a busy stop for a wide range of commuters throughout the day.

Buona Vista on the East West Line map

East West Line map showing Buona Vista MRT station (EW21)
East West Line highlighted. Buona Vista is EW21 and CC22. To see the station itself highlighted, open the interactive map.

Buona Vista station at a glance

Station codesEW21CC22
LinesEast West Line
Circle Line
InterchangeYes, change between 2 lines here
Chinese name波那维斯达
Tamil nameபுவன விஸ்தா
Next stations
East West Line: Commonwealth ← Buona Vista → Dover
Circle Line: Holland Village ← Buona Vista → one-north
Train timesEast West Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM
Circle Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:37 AM, last train 11:50 PM
Full first and last train guide

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

Passengers can change between the East West Line and the Circle Line here without leaving the paid zone. On the East West Line, the neighbouring stations are Commonwealth towards the city and Dover heading further west. On the Circle Line, Holland Village lies in one direction and one-north in the other. This makes Buona Vista a useful point for reaching several distinct parts of the island with a single interchange.

The area around the station is home to one-north, a large research and business park that includes Fusionopolis and Biopolis, both of which are within reasonable walking distance. The surrounding neighbourhood also features a mix of housing estates and smaller retail options, so the station draws not only office workers and researchers but also residents going about everyday errands.

Around Buona Vista station

Buona Vista station sits at the edge of the one-north business and research district, surrounded by a mix of commercial, educational and residential uses. Nearby amenities include The Star Vista shopping mall and Rochester Mall, giving residents and workers convenient retail and dining options. The surrounding streets also feature established housing estates with local hawker fare at Holland Drive Market and Food Centre.

PlaceTypeDistanceWhy go
The Star VistaShopping mallAbout 180 m (~3 min walk)Visit The Star Vista for retail shops, restaurants and regular outdoor event spaces.
Rochester MallShopping mallAbout 260 m (~4 min walk)Rochester Mall offers a quieter mix of dining and lifestyle retail options.
Holland Drive Market and Food CentreFood centreAbout 360 m (~6 min walk)Holland Drive Market and Food Centre is a popular spot for local hawker meals.
NTU@one-northUniversityAbout 400 m (~7 min walk)NTU@one-north is a university campus serving students and academic visitors.
Ghim Moh Road MarketMarket / hawker centreAbout 440 m (~7 min walk)Ghim Moh Road Market is a neighbourhood market and hawker centre for local food and fresh produce.
Art Works GalleryGalleryAbout 610 m (~10 min walk)Art Works Gallery is a space for viewing and appreciating contemporary art.
One Holland VillageShopping mallAbout 630 m (~10 min walk)One Holland Village is a mixed-use development with shops, dining and lifestyle outlets.
INSEAD AsiaUniversityAbout 920 m (~15 min walk)INSEAD Asia is a postgraduate business school campus for students and conference attendees.

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

How to get to Buona Vista 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 Buona Vista (19 stops). About 19 stops, no changes.
From OrchardTake the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Outram Park (3 stops), then change to the East West Line from Outram Park to Buona Vista (5 stops). About 8 stops with 1 change.
From City HallTake the East West Line from City Hall to Buona Vista (8 stops). About 8 stops, no changes.
From Jurong EastTake the East West Line from Jurong East to Buona Vista (3 stops). About 3 stops, no changes.
From WoodlandsTake the North South Line from Woodlands to Jurong East (7 stops), then change to the East West Line from Jurong East to Buona Vista (3 stops). About 10 stops with 1 change.
From HarbourFrontTake the Circle Line from HarbourFront to Buona Vista (7 stops). About 7 stops, no changes.

Tips for using Buona Vista station

  • Buona Vista is an interchange station serving both the East West Line and the Circle Line, so plan your route in advance to board the correct line for your destination.
  • The Star Vista and Rochester Mall are close enough to reach on foot from the station, making them easy stops without needing additional transport.
  • Holland Drive Market and Food Centre and Ghim Moh Road Market are a manageable walk away, though taking a bus can save time during hot or wet weather.
  • INSEAD Asia is roughly 15 minutes on foot, so consider taking a bus if you are short on time or travelling during peak hours.

All stations on the East West Line

In order along the line, with Buona Vista marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.

CodeStationInterchange
EW1Pasir Ris–
EW2TampinesEW / DT
EW3Simei–
EW4Tanah Merah–
EW5Bedok–
EW6Kembangan–
EW7Eunos–
EW8Paya LebarCC / EW
EW9Aljunied–
EW10Kallang–
EW11Lavender–
EW12BugisDT / EW
EW13City HallEW / NS
EW14Raffles PlaceNS / EW
EW15Tanjong Pagar–
EW16Outram ParkTE / EW
EW17Tiong Bahru–
EW18Redhill–
EW19Queenstown–
EW20Commonwealth–
EW21Buona Vista (you are here)EW / CC
EW22Dover–
EW23Clementi–
EW24Jurong EastEW / NS
EW25Chinese Garden–
EW26Lakeside–
EW27Boon Lay–
EW28Pioneer–
EW29Joo Koon–
EW30Gul Circle–
EW31Tuas Crescent–
EW32Tuas West Road–
EW33Tuas Link–

Read the full East West Line guide.

All stations on the Circle Line

In order along the line, with Buona Vista marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.

CodeStationInterchange
CC2Bras Basah–
CC3Esplanade–
CC4PromenadeCC / DT
CC5Nicoll Highway–
CC6Stadium–
CC7Mountbatten–
CC8Dakota–
CC9Paya LebarCC / EW
CC10MacPhersonCC / DT
CC11Tai Seng–
CC12Bartley–
CC13SerangoonCC / NE
CC14Lorong Chuan–
CC15BishanNS / CC
CC16Marymount–
CC17CaldecottCC / TE
CC19Botanic GardensDT / CC
CC20Farrer Road–
CC21Holland Village–
CC22Buona Vista (you are here)EW / CC
CC23one-north–
CC24Kent Ridge–
CC25Haw Par Villa–
CC26Pasir Panjang–
CC27Labrador Park–
CC28Telok Blangah–
CC29HarbourFrontCC / NE

Read the full Circle Line guide.

Buona Vista station: common questions

Which line is Buona Vista MRT station on?

Buona Vista is on the East West Line and the Circle Line. Its station codes are EW21 and CC22.

Is Buona Vista an interchange station?

Yes. You can change between the East West Line and the Circle Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.

What time is the first and last train at Buona Vista?

Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Buona Vista a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Circle Line first train 5:37 AM, last train 11:50 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.

What is near Buona Vista MRT station?

The area around Buona Vista station includes shopping malls such as The Star Vista and Rochester Mall, hawker centres at Holland Drive Market and Food Centre and Ghim Moh Road Market, university campuses at NTU@one-north and INSEAD Asia, Art Works Gallery, and One Holland Village.

Which mall or food centre is closest to Buona Vista station?

The Star Vista is the closest mall, approximately 180 metres away or roughly a 3-minute walk. Holland Drive Market and Food Centre is the nearest food centre, at approximately 360 metres or about a 6-minute walk.

How far is One Holland Village from Buona Vista station?

One Holland Village is approximately 630 metres from Buona Vista station, which is roughly a 10-minute walk. Distances are approximate and actual walking time may vary.

How do I get to Buona Vista from Changi Airport by MRT?

Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Buona Vista (19 stops). About 19 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.

News and guides mentioning Buona Vista

Plan the rest of the trip

Every station on the East West 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.