Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station
Dhoby Ghaut MRT station is an interchange station in central Singapore, serving the North South Line (code NS24) and the North East Line (code NE6). It sits at the edge of the Orchard Road shopping belt and close to the Civic District, making it a useful stop for shoppers, office workers, and visitors exploring the city centre. The surrounding area mixes retail, cultural institutions, and open green space.
Dhoby Ghaut on the North South Line map
Dhoby Ghaut station at a glance
| Station codes | NS24NE6 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North South Line North East Line |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 多美歌 |
| Tamil name | டோபி காட் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | North South Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 PM North East Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:42 AM, last train 11:55 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Dhoby Ghaut 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 North South Line and the North East Line at this station without leaving the paid zone. On the North South Line, the neighbouring stations are Somerset towards Jurong East and City Hall towards Marina South Pier. On the North East Line, Clarke Quay lies one stop to the south and Little India one stop to the north. This makes Dhoby Ghaut a practical point for journeys across a wide stretch of central Singapore.
The station sits close to Dhoby Ghaut Green, a small open plaza at the junction of Orchard Road and Penang Road. Plaza Singapura, a large shopping mall, is directly accessible from the station and is one of the most recognisable landmarks in the immediate area. The surrounding streets lead towards the Istana grounds and the Singapore Management University campus, both within comfortable walking distance for those exploring this part of the city centre.
Around Dhoby Ghaut station
Dhoby Ghaut sits at the edge of the Orchard Road shopping belt and the green slopes of Fort Canning, making it a mix of retail, cultural and leisure uses. Plaza Singapura is immediately beside the station, while the National Museum of Singapore and the Battlebox Visitor Centre sit a short walk away on the hill. The area draws shoppers, museum visitors and those heading into the parkland around Fort Canning.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Singapura | Shopping mall | About 100 m (~2 min walk) | Visit Plaza Singapura for a wide range of shops, dining and entertainment. |
| The Cathay | Shopping mall | About 230 m (~4 min walk) | Visit The Cathay for cinema screenings, food and lifestyle shopping. |
| Istana Heritage Gallery | Museum | About 240 m (~4 min walk) | Visit the Istana Heritage Gallery to learn about Singapore's presidential residence. |
| Fort Canning Tree Tunnel | Attraction | About 270 m (~4 min walk) | Visit the Fort Canning Tree Tunnel for a scenic, photogenic garden walkway. |
| Battlebox Visitor Centre | Museum | About 390 m (~6 min walk) | Visit the Battlebox Visitor Centre to explore a preserved Second World War underground command centre. |
| National Museum of Singapore | Museum | About 460 m (~7 min walk) | Visit the National Museum of Singapore for exhibitions covering Singapore's history and culture. |
| Orchard Central | Shopping mall | About 650 m (~11 min walk) | Visit Orchard Central for shopping, dining and art installations along Orchard Road. |
| Emerald Hill | Attraction | About 790 m (~13 min walk) | Visit Emerald Hill for a quiet street of conserved Peranakan shophouses and heritage architecture. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Dhoby Ghaut 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), then change to the North South Line from City Hall to Dhoby Ghaut (1 stop). About 12 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Dhoby Ghaut (2 stops). About 2 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Dhoby Ghaut (1 stop). About 1 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to City Hall (11 stops), then change to the North South Line from City Hall to Dhoby Ghaut (1 stop). About 12 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Dhoby Ghaut (15 stops). About 15 stops, no changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Dhoby Ghaut (3 stops). About 3 stops, no changes. |
Tips for using Dhoby Ghaut station
- Plaza Singapura is the closest major destination and is reachable on foot within a couple of minutes, making it ideal if you want to head straight from the train to shops or food.
- The Fort Canning Tree Tunnel, Battlebox Visitor Centre and National Museum of Singapore are all uphill from the station, so allow a little extra time and energy for those walks, particularly in the midday heat.
- Dhoby Ghaut is an interchange between the North South Line and the North East Line, so plan your onward journey in advance to make the most of the connections available here.
- For Orchard Central and Emerald Hill, the walking distance is roughly 10 to 13 minutes, so consider riding one stop north on the North South Line to Orchard station to shorten your walk if you are heading specifically to those destinations.
All stations on the North South Line
In order along the line, with Dhoby Ghaut 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 (you are here) | NS / NE |
| NS25 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| NS26 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| NS28 | Marina South Pier | – |
Read the full North South Line guide.
All stations on the North East Line
In order along the line, with Dhoby Ghaut marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| NE1 | HarbourFront | CC / NE |
| NE4 | Chinatown | DT / NE |
| NE5 | Clarke Quay | – |
| NE6 | Dhoby Ghaut (you are here) | NS / NE |
| NE7 | Little India | DT / NE |
| NE8 | Farrer Park | – |
| NE9 | Boon Keng | – |
| NE10 | Potong Pasir | – |
| NE12 | Serangoon | CC / NE |
| NE13 | Woodleigh | – |
| NE14 | Hougang | – |
| NE15 | Buangkok | – |
| NE16 | Sengkang | NE / STC |
| NE17 | Punggol | NE / PTC |
Read the full North East Line guide.
Dhoby Ghaut station: common questions
Which line is Dhoby Ghaut MRT station on?
Dhoby Ghaut is on the North South Line and the North East Line. Its station codes are NS24 and NE6.
Is Dhoby Ghaut an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the North South Line and the North East Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Dhoby Ghaut?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Dhoby Ghaut a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. North South Line first train 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 PM. North East Line first train 5:42 AM, last train 11:55 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Dhoby Ghaut MRT station?
The area around Dhoby Ghaut has a mix of shopping malls, museums and leisure attractions. Nearby places include Plaza Singapura, The Cathay, the Istana Heritage Gallery, the Fort Canning Tree Tunnel, the Battlebox Visitor Centre, the National Museum of Singapore, Orchard Central and Emerald Hill.
Which shopping mall is closest to Dhoby Ghaut MRT station?
Plaza Singapura is the closest shopping mall, approximately 100 metres away and roughly a 2-minute walk from the station.
How far is the National Museum of Singapore from Dhoby Ghaut MRT station?
The National Museum of Singapore is approximately 460 metres from Dhoby Ghaut station, which is roughly a 7-minute walk.
How do I get to Dhoby Ghaut from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to City Hall (11 stops), then change to the North South Line from City Hall to Dhoby Ghaut (1 stop). About 12 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.
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the North South Line and the North East 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.