Choa Chu Kang MRT Station
Choa Chu Kang MRT station serves the large residential town of the same name in the north-west of Singapore. It carries two station codes, NS4 on the North South Line and BP1 on the Bukit Panjang LRT, making it an interchange station where passengers can switch between the two systems. The area around the station is primarily a mature housing estate with a strong local commercial presence and good transport connections to other parts of the island.
Choa Chu Kang on the North South Line map
Choa Chu Kang MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | NS4BP1 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North South Line Bukit Panjang LRT |
| Line colour | Red line (North South Line) Grey line (Bukit Panjang LRT) |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 蔡厝港 |
| Tamil name | சுவா சூ காங் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | North South Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:16 AM, last train 11:48 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Choa Chu Kang on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Travellers on the North South Line can reach Bukit Gombak one stop to the south or Yew Tee one stop to the north without changing trains. Those switching to the Bukit Panjang LRT can continue towards South View, the first stop along that light rail network, which branches out to serve the surrounding residential neighbourhoods. The interchange arrangement means passengers can move between the heavy rail and light rail systems at this single station, avoiding the need to travel into the city centre to make connections.
The station sits directly alongside Lot One Shoppers' Mall, a large suburban shopping centre that includes a supermarket, food outlets, a library and various retail shops. The immediate surroundings are typical of a well-established new town, with hawker centres, neighbourhood shops and public housing blocks within a short walk. Choa Chu Kang bus interchange is also located nearby, making the area a practical stopping point for those combining rail and bus travel.
Around Choa Chu Kang MRT station
Choa Chu Kang station sits at the heart of a large residential town in the north-west of Singapore, with a strong focus on everyday amenities and retail. The immediate surroundings are dominated by Lot One Shoppers' Mall and the Choa Chu Kang Bus Interchange, making the area a busy local hub for residents. The Choa Chu Kang Public Library and Keat Hong Community Club add a community-oriented character to the neighbourhood.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lot One Shoppers' Mall | Shopping mall | About 80 m (~1 min walk) | Visit for shopping, dining and everyday retail needs in one large mall. |
| Food Junction | Food centre | About 80 m (~1 min walk) | Head here for a wide variety of affordable cooked food stalls. |
| Choa Chu Kang Public Library | Library | About 90 m (~1 min walk) | Borrow books, study or access library resources for all ages. |
| CCK 302 Foodhouse | Food centre | About 120 m (~2 min walk) | A local foodhouse serving a range of cooked food options. |
| Choa Chu Kang Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 120 m (~2 min walk) | Use this interchange to connect to bus services across the region. |
| Keat Hong Community Club | Community club | About 150 m (~2 min walk) | Drop by for community programmes, courses and recreational activities. |
| Limbang Shopping Centre | Shopping mall | About 750 m (~12 min walk) | A neighbourhood mall with shops and services for local residents. |
| Keat Hong Shopping Centre | Shopping mall | About 890 m (~14 min walk) | A smaller suburban shopping centre serving the Keat Hong area. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Choa Chu Kang 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 Jurong East (22 stops), then change to the North South Line from Jurong East to Choa Chu Kang (3 stops). About 25 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Choa Chu Kang (17 stops). About 17 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Jurong East (11 stops), then change to the North South Line from Jurong East to Choa Chu Kang (3 stops). About 14 stops with 1 change. |
| From Jurong East | Take the North South Line from Jurong East to Choa Chu Kang (3 stops). About 3 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Choa Chu Kang (4 stops). About 4 stops, no changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take 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 Choa Chu Kang (3 stops). About 12 stops with 2 changes. |
Fares from Choa Chu Kang MRT station
A trip from Choa Chu Kang to Changi Airport (about 43 km) costs S$2.57 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Choa Chu Kang 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 43 km, 25 stops | S$2.57 | S$2.07 | S$2.70 |
| Orchard | about 33 km, 17 stops | S$2.49 | S$1.99 | S$2.62 |
| City Hall | about 24 km, 14 stops | S$2.38 | S$1.88 | S$2.51 |
| Raffles Place | about 22 km, 13 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
| Jurong East | about 7 km, 3 stops | S$1.68 | S$1.18 | S$1.81 |
| Woodlands | about 9 km, 4 stops | S$1.82 | S$1.32 | S$1.95 |
| HarbourFront | about 23 km, 12 stops | S$2.38 | S$1.88 | S$2.51 |
| Marina Bay | about 23 km, 14 stops | S$2.38 | S$1.88 | S$2.51 |
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 Choa Chu Kang MRT station
- Lot One Shoppers' Mall, the food centres and the library are all within roughly a 2-minute walk, so most errands near the station can be done on foot.
- Choa Chu Kang station is an interchange between the North South Line and the Bukit Panjang LRT, so allow extra time to change between services during peak hours.
- Limbang Shopping Centre and Keat Hong Shopping Centre are both well over 700 metres away, so consider taking a bus from Choa Chu Kang Bus Interchange rather than walking.
- The bus interchange is approximately 2 minutes on foot from the station, making it straightforward to combine an MRT or LRT journey with a connecting bus trip.
All stations on the North South Line
In order along the line, with Choa Chu Kang marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| NS1 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| NS2 | Bukit Batok | None |
| NS3 | Bukit Gombak | None |
| NS4 | Choa Chu Kang (you are here) | NS / BP |
| NS5 | Yew Tee | None |
| NS7 | Kranji | None |
| NS8 | Marsiling | None |
| NS9 | Woodlands | NS / TE |
| NS10 | Admiralty | None |
| NS11 | Sembawang | None |
| NS12 | Canberra | None |
| NS13 | Yishun | None |
| NS14 | Khatib | None |
| NS15 | Yio Chu Kang | None |
| NS16 | Ang Mo Kio | None |
| NS17 | Bishan | NS / CC |
| NS18 | Braddell | None |
| NS19 | Toa Payoh | None |
| NS20 | Novena | None |
| NS21 | Newton | NS / DT |
| NS22 | Orchard | TE / NS |
| NS23 | Somerset | None |
| NS24 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE / CC |
| NS25 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| NS26 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| NS27 | Marina Bay | CE / TE / NS |
| NS28 | Marina South Pier | None |
Read the full North South Line guide.
All stations on the Bukit Panjang LRT
In order along the line, with Choa Chu Kang marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| BP1 | Choa Chu Kang (you are here) | NS / BP |
| BP2 | South View | None |
| BP3 | Keat Hong | None |
| BP4 | Teck Whye | None |
| BP5 | Phoenix | None |
| BP6 | Bukit Panjang | DT / BP |
| BP7 | Petir | None |
| BP8 | Pending | None |
| BP9 | Bangkit | None |
| BP10 | Fajar | None |
| BP11 | Segar | None |
| BP12 | Jelapang | None |
| BP13 | Senja | None |
Read the full Bukit Panjang LRT guide.
Choa Chu Kang MRT station: common questions
Which line is Choa Chu Kang MRT station on?
Choa Chu Kang is on the North South Line and the Bukit Panjang LRT. Its station codes are NS4 and BP1.
Is Choa Chu Kang an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the North South Line and the Bukit Panjang LRT inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Choa Chu Kang?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Choa Chu Kang 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 Choa Chu Kang MRT station?
Close by you will find Lot One Shoppers' Mall, Food Junction, Choa Chu Kang Public Library, CCK 302 Foodhouse and Choa Chu Kang Bus Interchange, all within approximately 2 minutes on foot. Keat Hong Community Club is also nearby at roughly a 2-minute walk, while Limbang Shopping Centre and Keat Hong Shopping Centre are further away at approximately 750 metres and 890 metres respectively.
Which mall or food centre is closest to Choa Chu Kang station?
Lot One Shoppers' Mall and Food Junction are both approximately 80 metres from the station, making them the closest retail and dining options at roughly a 1-minute walk.
How far is Limbang Shopping Centre from Choa Chu Kang station?
Limbang Shopping Centre is approximately 750 metres from the station in a straight line, which works out to roughly a 12-minute walk. Taking a bus from Choa Chu Kang Bus Interchange may be more practical.
How do I get to Choa Chu Kang 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 Choa Chu Kang (3 stops). About 25 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.
News and guides mentioning Choa Chu Kang
- Straits Times audio news now at 68 SMRT stations 8 Oct 2026
- Singapore MRT line colours: every line by colour 6 Oct 2026
- Singapore MRT Glossary: Every Term on the Map Explained 5 Oct 2026
- Jurong Region Line: How Tough Terrain Shaped the Build 3 Oct 2026
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the North South Line and the Bukit Panjang LRT 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.