Havelock MRT Station

Havelock MRT station is a stop on the Thomson-East Coast Line, carrying the station code TE16. It sits in the Havelock area of central Singapore, serving a predominantly residential neighbourhood close to the Singapore River district. The station provides convenient underground access to this part of the city, where older housing estates sit alongside newer condominium developments and a range of local amenities.

Havelock on the Thomson East Coast Line map

Thomson East Coast Line map showing Havelock MRT station (TE16)
Thomson East Coast Line highlighted. Havelock is TE16. To see the station itself highlighted, open the interactive map.

Havelock station at a glance

Station codesTE16
LinesThomson East Coast Line
InterchangeNo, single line station
Chinese name合乐
Tamil nameஹவ்லாக்
Next stations
Thomson East Coast Line: Great World ← Havelock → Outram Park
Train timesThomson East Coast Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM
Full first and last train guide

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

From Havelock, the Thomson-East Coast Line connects directly to Great World station (TE15) in one direction and Outram Park station (TE17) in the other. Outram Park is a major interchange where passengers can transfer to the East-West Line and the North-East Line, opening up routes across much of the island. This makes Havelock a practical starting point for journeys into the city centre and beyond, even though the station itself is not an interchange.

The station is within walking distance of the Singapore River and the Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay areas, where you will find riverside promenades, restaurants, and bars along the waterfront. The surrounding streets also include local shops and food options typical of a central residential neighbourhood. For those heading to the river for a walk or a meal, Havelock station offers a straightforward way to arrive without needing a transfer.

Around Havelock station

Havelock station sits in a mixed neighbourhood that blends residential blocks with retail and dining options. Concorde Shopping Centre is immediately beside the station, while the well-known Zion Riverside food centre and Great World City shopping mall are within comfortable walking distance. The area also has quiet heritage attractions nearby, giving it a varied character beyond everyday shopping and eating.

PlaceTypeDistanceWhy go
Concorde Shopping CentreShopping mallAbout 80 m (~1 min walk)Visit for everyday shopping, retail and services in a compact mall.
J.2 美食阁Food centreAbout 190 m (~3 min walk)A local food centre offering a range of cooked food stalls.
Grave of Tan Tock SengAttractionAbout 320 m (~5 min walk)A historic grave site of significance to Singapore's early history.
SEAB Heritage GalleryMuseumAbout 370 m (~6 min walk)A gallery dedicated to Singapore's examination and assessment heritage.
Zion RiversideFood centreAbout 510 m (~8 min walk)A popular riverside hawker spot known for local food choices.
Great World CityShopping mallAbout 600 m (~10 min walk)A large mall with a wide range of shops, dining and services.
Tiong Bahru Air Raid ShelterAttractionAbout 650 m (~11 min walk)A preserved World War Two air raid shelter with historical interest.
Tiong Bahru PlazaShopping mallAbout 740 m (~12 min walk)A neighbourhood mall with supermarket, shops and dining options.

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

How to get to Havelock 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 Outram Park (14 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Outram Park to Havelock (1 stop). About 15 stops with 1 change.
From OrchardTake the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Havelock (2 stops). About 2 stops, no changes.
From City HallTake the East West Line from City Hall to Outram Park (3 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Outram Park to Havelock (1 stop). About 4 stops with 1 change.
From Jurong EastTake the East West Line from Jurong East to Outram Park (8 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Outram Park to Havelock (1 stop). About 9 stops with 1 change.
From WoodlandsTake the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Havelock (13 stops). About 13 stops, no changes.
From HarbourFrontTake the North East Line from HarbourFront to Dhoby Ghaut (3 stops), then change to the North South Line from Dhoby Ghaut to Orchard (2 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Havelock (2 stops). About 7 stops with 2 changes.

Tips for using Havelock station

  • Concorde Shopping Centre is just steps from the station and is the most convenient stop for quick errands or a meal.
  • Zion Riverside food centre and Great World City are both reachable on foot in under fifteen minutes, though taking a short bus ride can save time if the weather is hot.
  • Tiong Bahru Plaza and the Tiong Bahru Air Raid Shelter are the furthest verified places from the station, so allow extra walking time or consider taking public transport to reach them comfortably.
  • During morning and evening peak hours the station and surrounding streets can be busier than usual, so factor in a few extra minutes when planning your journey.

All stations on the Thomson East Coast Line

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

CodeStationInterchange
TE1Woodlands North–
TE2WoodlandsNS / TE
TE3Woodlands South–
TE4Springleaf–
TE5Lentor–
TE7Bright Hill–
TE8Upper Thomson–
TE9CaldecottCC / TE
TE10Mount Pleasant–
TE11StevensDT / TE
TE12Napier–
TE13Orchard Boulevard–
TE14OrchardTE / NS
TE15Great World–
TE16Havelock (you are here)–
TE17Outram ParkTE / EW
TE18Maxwell–
TE19Shenton Way–
TE20Marina BayCE / TE
TE21Marina South–
TE22Gardens by the Bay–

Read the full Thomson East Coast Line guide.

Havelock station: common questions

Which line is Havelock MRT station on?

Havelock is on the Thomson East Coast Line. Its station code is TE16.

Is Havelock an interchange station?

No. Havelock is served by the Thomson East Coast Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.

What time is the first and last train at Havelock?

Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Havelock a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Thomson East Coast Line first train 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.

What is near Havelock MRT station?

The area around Havelock station includes Concorde Shopping Centre roughly 80 metres away, a local food centre at J.2 美食阁 about 190 metres away, and attractions such as the Grave of Tan Tock Seng and the SEAB Heritage Gallery within approximately 370 metres. Further afield, Zion Riverside, Great World City, Tiong Bahru Air Raid Shelter and Tiong Bahru Plaza are all reachable within about 750 metres.

Which shopping mall is closest to Havelock MRT station?

Concorde Shopping Centre is the closest mall, approximately 80 metres from the station and roughly a one-minute walk. Great World City is the next nearest mall at about 600 metres, and Tiong Bahru Plaza is around 740 metres away.

How far is Zion Riverside food centre from Havelock MRT station?

Zion Riverside food centre is approximately 510 metres from Havelock station, which works out to roughly an eight-minute walk. Distances are approximate and actual walking time may vary.

How do I get to Havelock from Changi Airport by MRT?

Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Outram Park (14 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Outram Park to Havelock (1 stop). About 15 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 Thomson East Coast 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.