Kranji MRT Station
Kranji MRT station carries the code NS7 and sits on the North South Line. It is not an interchange station. The station serves a predominantly low-density, semi-rural fringe area in the north-west of Singapore, where farmland, open spaces and light industrial uses sit alongside some residential development. It is one of the quieter stations on the line and serves a fairly sparse catchment compared with more built-up stops elsewhere on the network.
Kranji on the North South Line map
Kranji station at a glance
| Station codes | NS7 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North South Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 克兰芝 |
| Tamil name | கிராஞ்சி |
| 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 Kranji on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Travelling from Kranji, you can reach the rest of the North South Line directly without changing trains. The neighbouring station to the south is Yew Tee, which connects the line towards Jurong East and the city centre, while Marsiling lies to the north, continuing towards Woodlands and eventually Jurong East via the loop. There are no other rail lines at Kranji itself, so passengers needing connections to the Circle Line, East West Line or other services must travel to an interchange station along the route.
The area around Kranji station is best known for Kranji War Memorial and Cemetery, a significant and well-maintained site commemorating Commonwealth servicemen who died in the region during the Second World War. The memorial is reachable on foot from the station, though the walk is modest in length. Beyond the memorial, the surrounding neighbourhood is quiet and largely open, with farmland and nature areas forming much of the landscape within reasonable walking distance of the station.
Around Kranji station
Kranji station sits in a largely open, low-density part of northern Singapore, surrounded by greenery, recreational facilities and light industrial land. The area is best known for Kranji Racecourse and the adjoining Kranji Node park, which together give the neighbourhood a distinctly outdoorsy character. It is far removed from dense residential or shopping districts, making it a quiet destination for nature and leisure visitors.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kranji Node | Park | About 110 m (~2 min walk) | Visit Kranji Node for a relaxing stroll through open parkland close to the station. |
| Kranji Racecourse | Sports centre | About 400 m (~7 min walk) | Head to Kranji Racecourse for horse racing events and sports and leisure facilities. |
| Rainbow Bridge | Attraction | About 900 m (~15 min walk) | Walk to Rainbow Bridge for a scenic crossing and views of the surrounding waterway. |
| Jalan Rasok Park | Park | About 1020 m (~17 min walk) | Explore Jalan Rasok Park for a quieter green space slightly further from the station. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Kranji 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 Kranji (10 stops). About 22 stops with 2 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Kranji (15 stops). About 15 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Kranji (18 stops). About 18 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the North South Line from Jurong East to Kranji (5 stops). About 5 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Kranji (2 stops). About 2 stops, no changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the Circle Line from HarbourFront to Buona Vista (7 stops), then change to the East West Line from Buona Vista to Jurong East (3 stops), then change to the North South Line from Jurong East to Kranji (5 stops). About 15 stops with 2 changes. |
Tips for using Kranji station
- Kranji Node is only about two minutes on foot, making it the easiest destination to reach directly after alighting.
- Kranji Racecourse is roughly a seven-minute walk, but on busy race days allow extra time as crowds can slow the journey.
- Rainbow Bridge and Jalan Rasok Park are both over 900 metres away, so consider taking a local bus rather than walking, especially in hot weather.
- Kranji is a terminus-end station on the North South Line, so trains can be less frequent here than at central stations; check the schedule before you travel.
All stations on the North South Line
In order along the line, with Kranji 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 (you are here) | – |
| 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 | EW / NS |
| NS26 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| NS28 | Marina South Pier | – |
Read the full North South Line guide.
Kranji station: common questions
Which line is Kranji MRT station on?
Kranji is on the North South Line. Its station code is NS7.
Is Kranji an interchange station?
No. Kranji 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 Kranji?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Kranji 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 Kranji MRT station?
The closest places include Kranji Node park at approximately 110 metres, Kranji Racecourse at approximately 400 metres, Rainbow Bridge at approximately 900 metres, and Jalan Rasok Park at approximately 1,020 metres.
Is there a park within walking distance of Kranji station?
Yes, Kranji Node is approximately 110 metres from the station and is reachable in roughly two minutes on foot. Jalan Rasok Park is also nearby, though it is approximately 1,020 metres away and takes around 17 minutes to walk.
How far is Kranji Racecourse from Kranji MRT station?
Kranji Racecourse is approximately 400 metres from the station in a straight line, which works out to roughly a seven-minute walk.
How do I get to Kranji 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 Kranji (10 stops). About 22 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.
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.