Cashew MRT Station
Cashew MRT station is an underground stop on the Downtown Line, identified by the station code DT2. It lies between Upper Bukit Timah Road and Cashew Road, so passengers arriving from either road can reach it without a long detour. Because the platforms are below ground, the station takes up little space at street level in an area lined with residential estates.
Cashew on the Downtown Line map
Cashew MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | DT2 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Downtown Line |
| Line colour | Blue line (Downtown Line) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 凯秀 |
| Tamil name | கேஷ்யூ |
| Opened | 27 December 2015 (10 years ago) |
| Operator | SBS Transit |
| Station type | Underground |
| Platforms | 2 (1 island platform) |
| Address | 1 Cashew Road, Singapore 679696 |
| Daily ridership | About 2,491 passengers a day (2024) |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Downtown Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:30 AM, last train 11:40 PM Full first and last train guide |
Opening date, operator and ridership figures are LTA data as recorded on Wikipedia.
See Cashew on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Most daily passengers are people who live nearby, particularly residents of the older and newer condominiums around Cashew Road, including Hazel Park and The Myst. The station also serves students and families heading to Assumption English School and worshippers going to Saint Joseph’s Church (Bukit Timah). It is the closest MRT stop to the Ministry of Defence headquarters and the Central Manpower Base (CMPB), so many national servicemen and visitors on official business use it as well.
History of Cashew MRT station
The station was first made public in July 2008, when the list of stations for the second stage of the Downtown Line was announced. It welcomed its first passengers on 27 December 2015, when Downtown Line Stage 2 began service. To mark the opening, rides on the Downtown Line were free until 1 January 2016, which gave local residents a few days to try the new route at no cost.
Inside Cashew MRT station
Look out for Project Eden by Donna Ong, a collage that reflects Singapore’s idea of itself as a “garden city”. The work honours the island’s high-rise gardeners by turning everyday objects into the “flowers” and “grasses” of imaginary gardens, and it is worth a short pause on your way through.
For residents, Cashew MRT station is a practical starting point for everyday errands and meals. Cashew Road Playground is only about 140 m away, roughly a two minute walk, which makes it handy for families with young children. For food, Timbre+ Hillview is about 340 m from the station and Ga Hock coffeeshop is about 430 m away, both within a short stroll.
Shoppers can walk to HillV2 Mall in around 11 minutes, while Hillion Mall, Bukit Panjang Plaza and Bukit Panjang Bus Interchange are each a little over 1 km away, about a 17 minute walk. Trinity Theological College is just under 1 km from the station, so students and visitors to the college may also find this stop convenient.
Around Cashew MRT station
Cashew MRT station sits within a quiet, predominantly residential neighbourhood of low-rise housing and greenery in the Bukit Timah and Hillview area. The immediate surroundings are calm and suburban, with local dining options such as Timbre+ Hillview and Ga Hock coffeeshop serving the nearby community. Further along, the Bukit Panjang area offers more retail and transport options, including Hillion Mall and Bukit Panjang Plaza.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cashew Road Playground | Park | About 140 m (~2 min walk) | A neighbourhood playground suitable for children and a short outdoor stroll. |
| Timbre+ Hillview | Food centre | About 340 m (~6 min walk) | A food and beverage destination with a variety of dining concepts in a casual setting. |
| Ga Hock coffeeshop | Food centre | About 430 m (~7 min walk) | A traditional coffeeshop offering local food and drinks for everyday meals. |
| HillV2 Mall | Shopping mall | About 660 m (~11 min walk) | A mid-sized suburban mall with retail and dining options for the Hillview community. |
| Trinity Theological College | College | About 970 m (~16 min walk) | A theological college campus for those visiting for academic or religious purposes. |
| Hillion Mall | Shopping mall | About 1020 m (~17 min walk) | A shopping mall in Bukit Panjang with a range of retail and dining outlets. |
| Bukit Panjang Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 1040 m (~17 min walk) | A major bus interchange providing access to many bus routes across the region. |
| Bukit Panjang Plaza | Shopping mall | About 1070 m (~17 min walk) | A shopping mall in Bukit Panjang adjacent to the bus interchange area. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Cashew 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), then change to the Downtown Line from Bugis to Cashew (12 stops). About 22 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Newton (1 stop), then change to the Downtown Line from Newton to Cashew (9 stops). About 10 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Newton (4 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Newton to Cashew (9 stops). About 13 stops with 1 change. |
| From Jurong East | Take the North South Line from Jurong East to Choa Chu Kang (3 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Choa Chu Kang to Bukit Panjang (5 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bukit Panjang to Cashew (1 stop). About 9 stops with 2 changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Choa Chu Kang (4 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Choa Chu Kang to Bukit Panjang (5 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bukit Panjang to Cashew (1 stop). About 10 stops with 2 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Little India (5 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Little India to Cashew (10 stops). About 15 stops with 1 change. |
Fares from Cashew MRT station
A trip from Cashew to Changi Airport (about 33 km) costs S$2.49 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Cashew 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 33 km, 22 stops | S$2.49 | S$1.99 | S$2.62 |
| Orchard | about 14 km, 10 stops | S$2.02 | S$1.52 | S$2.15 |
| City Hall | about 16 km, 13 stops | S$2.11 | S$1.61 | S$2.24 |
| Raffles Place | about 17 km, 14 stops | S$2.15 | S$1.65 | S$2.28 |
| Jurong East | about 11 km, 9 stops | S$1.90 | S$1.40 | S$2.03 |
| Woodlands | about 13 km, 10 stops | S$1.98 | S$1.48 | S$2.11 |
| HarbourFront | about 20 km, 15 stops | S$2.30 | S$1.80 | S$2.43 |
| Marina Bay | about 18 km, 15 stops | S$2.20 | S$1.70 | S$2.33 |
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 Cashew MRT station
- Cashew Road Playground and Timbre+ Hillview are both reachable on foot without much effort, making them good options for a leisurely visit from the station.
- HillV2 Mall is approximately an 11-minute walk, which is manageable, but taking a bus towards Hillview can save time, especially in warm or wet weather.
- Hillion Mall, Bukit Panjang Plaza, and Bukit Panjang Bus Interchange are all roughly 17 minutes away on foot, so hopping on a bus from near the station is advisable for a more comfortable journey.
- During morning and evening peak hours, trains on the Downtown Line can be busier, so allow extra time if you are making a connection or heading to the Bukit Panjang area.
All stations on the Downtown Line
In order along the line, with Cashew marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| DT1 | Bukit Panjang | DT / BP |
| DT2 | Cashew (you are here) | None |
| DT3 | Hillview | None |
| DT4 | Hume | None |
| DT5 | Beauty World | None |
| DT6 | King Albert Park | None |
| DT7 | Sixth Avenue | None |
| DT8 | Tan Kah Kee | None |
| DT9 | Botanic Gardens | DT / CC |
| DT10 | Stevens | DT / TE |
| DT11 | Newton | NS / DT |
| DT12 | Little India | DT / NE |
| DT13 | Rochor | None |
| DT14 | Bugis | DT / EW |
| DT15 | Promenade | CC / DT |
| DT16 | Bayfront | CE / DT |
| DT17 | Downtown | None |
| DT18 | Telok Ayer | None |
| DT19 | Chinatown | DT / NE |
| DT20 | Fort Canning | None |
| DT21 | Bencoolen | None |
| DT22 | Jalan Besar | None |
| DT23 | Bendemeer | None |
| DT24 | Geylang Bahru | None |
| DT25 | Mattar | None |
| DT26 | MacPherson | CC / DT |
| DT27 | Ubi | None |
| DT28 | Kaki Bukit | None |
| DT29 | Bedok North | None |
| DT30 | Bedok Reservoir | None |
| DT31 | Tampines West | None |
| DT32 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| DT33 | Tampines East | None |
| DT34 | Upper Changi | None |
| DT35 | Expo | DT / CG |
Read the full Downtown Line guide.
Cashew MRT station: common questions
Which line is Cashew MRT station on?
Cashew is on the Downtown Line. Its station code is DT2.
Is Cashew an interchange station?
No. Cashew is served by the Downtown Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Cashew?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Cashew a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Downtown Line first train 5:30 AM, last train 11:40 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Cashew MRT station?
The area around Cashew MRT station includes Cashew Road Playground at approximately 140 m, Timbre+ Hillview at approximately 340 m, and Ga Hock coffeeshop at approximately 430 m, among other places further afield such as HillV2 Mall and Trinity Theological College.
Which food centre or mall is closest to Cashew MRT station?
Timbre+ Hillview is the closest food centre, at approximately 340 m and roughly a 6-minute walk. For shopping, HillV2 Mall is the nearest mall at approximately 660 m, around an 11-minute walk.
How far is Bukit Panjang Plaza from Cashew MRT station?
Bukit Panjang Plaza is approximately 1,070 m from Cashew MRT station in a straight line, which is roughly a 17-minute walk. Taking a bus from near the station may be a more convenient option.
How do I get to Cashew from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Bugis (10 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bugis to Cashew (12 stops). About 22 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 October 2026.
News and guides mentioning Cashew
- シンガポール地下鉄（MRT）路線図 2026（日本語ガイド） 4 Oct 2026
- Downtown Line Map 11 Aug 2023
- Tamil 11 Aug 2023
- MRT Map Chinese 11 Aug 2023
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Downtown 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 Cashew station
Cashew has 1 mapped exit. 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 Cashew Road Playground (about 79 m from the entrance)
Bus stops within 250 m of Cashew station
| Bus stop | Stop code | Services | From station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assumption Pathway School | 43099 | 67, 75, 170, 176, 178, 184, 961, 961M, 963, 970 | 74 m |
| Before Cashew Station | 43091 | 67, 170, 176, 178, 961, 961M, 963, 970 | 82 m |
| Cashew Station | 43109 | 67, 170, 176, 178, 961, 961M, 963, 970 | 141 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.
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