City Hall MRT Station
City Hall MRT station is an interchange station on both the East West Line (station code EW13) and the North South Line (station code NS25). It sits in the civic and commercial heart of Singapore, close to government buildings, major hotels, and the city's central shopping belt. The area is primarily one of offices, cultural institutions, and retail, drawing a mix of commuters, tourists, and visitors throughout the day.
City Hall on the East West Line map
City Hall station at a glance
| Station codes | EW13NS25 |
|---|---|
| Lines | East West Line North South Line |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 政府大厦 |
| Tamil name | நகர மண்டபம் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | East West Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM North South Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 PM Full first and last train guide |
See City Hall on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From City Hall, passengers on the East West Line can travel towards Bugis in the east or Raffles Place in the west. On the North South Line, the next stop northward is Dhoby Ghaut, which itself is an interchange with the Circle Line and North East Line, making it straightforward to reach a wide spread of destinations across the network. The two lines at City Hall cross each other on separate platforms, so changing between them is done entirely within the station.
The station sits close to the Padang, the large open field that forms a centrepiece of Singapore's civic district, and St Andrew's Cathedral stands nearby as one of the oldest churches in the country. The Supreme Court and City Hall building are also within easy walking distance. The area around the station is generally open and walkable, with Esplanade Park and the waterfront along the Marina Bay area reachable on foot within a few minutes.
Around City Hall station
City Hall station sits in the civic and commercial heart of Singapore, surrounded by major shopping malls, heritage museums and places of worship. Raffles City Shopping Centre and CityLink Mall serve shoppers in the immediate vicinity, while Saint Andrew's Cathedral and the National Gallery Singapore reflect the area's deep historical and cultural character. The neighbourhood is one of Singapore's busiest leisure and tourism districts.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Andrew's Cathedral | Place of worship | About 90 m (~1 min walk) | Visit for Anglican worship services or to admire a fine example of Gothic Revival architecture. |
| Raffles City Shopping Centre | Shopping mall | About 130 m (~2 min walk) | Head here for a wide range of retail shops, dining options and a hotel complex. |
| CityLink Mall | Shopping mall | About 230 m (~4 min walk) | A largely underground mall connecting several buildings in the city centre area. |
| Long Bar | Attraction | About 260 m (~4 min walk) | Famous for its Singapore Sling cocktail at the historic Raffles Hotel bar. |
| National Gallery Singapore | Museum | About 330 m (~5 min walk) | Explore a major collection of Singaporean and regional Southeast Asian art. |
| Funan | Shopping mall | About 340 m (~6 min walk) | A modern mall with a mix of retail, dining and tech-focused stores. |
| Peranakan Museum | Museum | About 420 m (~7 min walk) | Discover exhibits on Peranakan culture, heritage and decorative arts. |
| Mint Museum of Toys | Museum | About 430 m (~7 min walk) | Browse a large collection of vintage toys and pop culture memorabilia. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to City Hall 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 City Hall (11 stops). About 11 stops, no changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to City Hall (3 stops). About 3 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to City Hall (11 stops). About 11 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to City Hall (16 stops). About 16 stops, no changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Dhoby Ghaut (3 stops), then change to the North South Line from Dhoby Ghaut to City Hall (1 stop). About 4 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using City Hall station
- City Hall is an interchange station on both the East West Line and the North South Line, so plan your onward journey according to which line serves your destination.
- Most of the verified places are within a short walk of the station, though allow a little extra time during morning and evening peak hours when the surrounding streets and station concourses are at their busiest.
- For the closer destinations such as Saint Andrew's Cathedral and Raffles City Shopping Centre, walking is straightforward and quick; for places such as the Peranakan Museum and Mint Museum of Toys, a slightly longer walk is involved, so factor that into your timing.
- The area around City Hall can be congested on weekends and during public holidays, particularly near Raffles City Shopping Centre and the Raffles Hotel precinct, so give yourself extra time if visiting on those days.
All stations on the East West Line
In order along the line, with City Hall 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 | DT / EW |
| EW13 | City Hall (you are here) | 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.
All stations on the North South Line
In order along the line, with City Hall marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| NS1 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| NS2 | Bukit Batok | – |
| NS3 | Bukit Gombak | – |
| NS4 | Choa Chu Kang | NS / BP |
| NS5 | Yew Tee | – |
| NS7 | Kranji | – |
| NS8 | Marsiling | – |
| NS9 | Woodlands | NS / TE |
| NS10 | Admiralty | – |
| NS11 | Sembawang | – |
| NS12 | Canberra | – |
| NS13 | Yishun | – |
| NS14 | Khatib | – |
| NS15 | Yio Chu Kang | – |
| NS16 | Ang Mo Kio | – |
| NS17 | Bishan | NS / CC |
| NS18 | Braddell | – |
| NS19 | Toa Payoh | – |
| NS20 | Novena | – |
| NS21 | Newton | NS / DT |
| NS22 | Orchard | TE / NS |
| NS23 | Somerset | – |
| NS24 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE |
| NS25 | City Hall (you are here) | EW / NS |
| NS26 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| NS28 | Marina South Pier | – |
Read the full North South Line guide.
City Hall station: common questions
Which line is City Hall MRT station on?
City Hall is on the East West Line and the North South Line. Its station codes are EW13 and NS25.
Is City Hall an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the East West Line and the North South Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at City Hall?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach City Hall a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. North South Line first train 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near City Hall MRT station?
The station is close to a number of attractions including Saint Andrew's Cathedral at approximately 90 metres away, Raffles City Shopping Centre at around 130 metres, and the National Gallery Singapore at roughly 330 metres. Museums such as the Peranakan Museum and Mint Museum of Toys are also within approximately 7 minutes on foot.
Which shopping mall is closest to City Hall MRT station?
Raffles City Shopping Centre is the closest mall at approximately 130 metres straight-line distance, making it roughly a 2-minute walk from the station.
How far is the National Gallery Singapore from City Hall MRT station?
The National Gallery Singapore is approximately 330 metres away in a straight line, which works out to roughly a 5-minute walk from City Hall station.
How do I get to City Hall from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to City Hall (11 stops). About 11 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 East West Line and 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.