Khatib MRT Station
Khatib MRT station carries the code NS14 and sits on the North South Line, one of Singapore's main rail corridors running between the northern towns and the city centre. It is a single-line station with no interchange, serving a largely residential area in the northern part of Singapore. The surrounding neighbourhood consists mainly of public housing estates and local amenities typical of a mature HDB town.
Khatib on the North South Line map
Khatib station at a glance
| Station codes | NS14 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North South Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 卡迪 |
| Tamil name | காதிப் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | North South Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Khatib on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Travelling from Khatib, passengers can head south one stop to Yio Chu Kang or continue further along the North South Line towards interchanges such as Bishan, where the Circle Line connects, and Novena and Orchard further into the city. Going north, the next stop is Yishun, which is an interchange station with the Circle Line, giving access to a broader range of destinations without needing to travel all the way into the city first.
The station sits close to Khatib Bongsu, a coastal wetland and mangrove area popular with birdwatchers and nature lovers. The surrounding neighbourhood otherwise consists of HDB residential blocks, neighbourhood shops, hawker centres, and schools, making the station a practical stop for residents going about daily life rather than a destination for visitors with specific attractions in mind.
Around Khatib station
Khatib station sits within a predominantly residential neighbourhood in the northern part of Singapore, surrounded by public housing estates and community facilities. Nearby landmarks include the Live Turtle Museum and Yishun Stadium, giving the area a leisure and community character. Khoo Teck Puat Hospital and Yishun Community Hospital are both within roughly a kilometre, making this a notable healthcare cluster as well.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yishun N8 Park | Park | About 280 m (~5 min walk) | A local park suitable for a quiet outdoor walk or rest. |
| Nee Soon South CC | Community club | About 320 m (~5 min walk) | A community hub offering classes, events and social activities for residents. |
| Live Turtle Museum | Museum | About 460 m (~7 min walk) | A museum dedicated to turtles and tortoises, suitable for families and nature enthusiasts. |
| Yishun Stadium | Stadium | About 560 m (~9 min walk) | A public stadium for sports events, recreational activities and fitness pursuits. |
| Kopitiam | Food centre | About 780 m (~13 min walk) | A food centre offering a range of local cooked food options. |
| Yishun Community Hospital | Hospital | About 850 m (~14 min walk) | A community hospital providing intermediate and long-term care services. |
| Wisteria Mall | Shopping mall | About 920 m (~15 min walk) | A shopping mall with retail, dining and everyday amenity options. |
| Khoo Teck Puat Hospital | Hospital | About 990 m (~16 min walk) | A restructured public hospital offering a broad range of medical services. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Khatib 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 Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Bishan (6 stops), then change to the North South Line from Bishan to Khatib (3 stops). About 15 stops with 2 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Khatib (8 stops). About 8 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Khatib (11 stops). About 11 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the North South Line from Jurong East to Khatib (12 stops). About 12 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Khatib (5 stops). About 5 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 Khatib (10 stops). About 13 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Khatib station
- Yishun N8 Park and Nee Soon South CC are close enough to reach comfortably on foot from the station in around five minutes.
- Wisteria Mall and both hospitals are roughly fifteen minutes or more on foot, so consider taking a feeder bus if you prefer not to walk.
- During morning and evening peak hours, trains on the North South Line can be busy, so allow extra time when travelling to or from Khatib.
- Khatib is not an interchange station, so if you need to transfer to another MRT line, plan to do so at a station further along the North South Line such as Bishan or Orchard.
All stations on the North South Line
In order along the line, with Khatib 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 (you are here) | – |
| 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 | EW / NS |
| NS26 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| NS28 | Marina South Pier | – |
Read the full North South Line guide.
Khatib station: common questions
Which line is Khatib MRT station on?
Khatib is on the North South Line. Its station code is NS14.
Is Khatib an interchange station?
No. Khatib is served by the North South Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Khatib?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Khatib a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. North South Line first train 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Khatib MRT station?
The area around Khatib station includes Yishun N8 Park, Nee Soon South CC, the Live Turtle Museum, Yishun Stadium, Yishun Community Hospital, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Wisteria Mall and a Kopitiam food centre. All are within approximately one kilometre of the station.
Which shopping mall or food centre is closest to Khatib MRT station?
The Kopitiam food centre is the closer dining option at approximately 780 m, while Wisteria Mall is the nearest shopping mall at approximately 920 m, both reachable on foot though the walk takes around 13 to 15 minutes.
How far is Khoo Teck Puat Hospital from Khatib MRT station?
Khoo Teck Puat Hospital is approximately 990 m from Khatib station in a straight line, which is roughly a 16-minute walk, though actual walking distance may be longer.
How do I get to Khatib from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Bishan (6 stops), then change to the North South Line from Bishan to Khatib (3 stops). About 15 stops with 2 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.
News and guides mentioning Khatib
- SMRT Partners Chinese Rail Operator for Cross Island Line Bid 6 Aug 2026
- Top 10 Must-Visit Attractions in Singapore and Their Nearest MRT Stations 25 Apr 2026
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on 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.