Marina Bay MRT Station
Marina Bay MRT station is an interchange station serving the Circle Line (Marina Bay extension) and the Thomson East Coast Line, with station codes CE2 and TE20. It sits at the heart of the Marina Bay financial and business district, one of Singapore's most prominent commercial zones, surrounded by office towers, hotels, and large-scale waterfront developments. The station connects this dense, largely non-residential precinct to the wider MRT network.
Marina Bay on the Circle Line (Marina Bay extension) map
Marina Bay station at a glance
| Station codes | CE2TE20 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Circle Line (Marina Bay extension) Thomson East Coast Line |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 滨海湾 |
| Tamil name | மரீனா பே |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Circle Line (Marina Bay extension): first train leaves the terminus at 5:37 AM, last train 11:50 PM Thomson East Coast Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Marina Bay 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 Circle Line and the Thomson East Coast Line here without leaving the paid zone. On the Circle Line, the neighbouring station towards the waterfront attractions is Bayfront, while the Thomson East Coast Line runs to Marina South in one direction and Shenton Way in the other, giving direct access to the Central Business District and, further along, to residential and commercial areas stretching up the eastern and northern parts of Singapore.
The station is within walking distance of the Marina Bay waterfront promenade, where visitors can take in views across the bay towards the city skyline. The surrounding area is home to several large hotels and the Marina Bay financial centre towers, making it a practical stop for business travellers and visitors exploring the waterfront precinct. The general neighbourhood is open, modern, and oriented around offices, conventions, and large-scale public spaces.
Around Marina Bay station
Marina Bay station sits at the heart of Singapore's central business district, surrounded by major office towers, hotels and financial institutions. The area draws a largely professional crowd on weekdays, with leisure visitors heading to destinations such as The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands and Marina One. Cultural attractions including the Red Dot Design Museum and Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre add variety to this otherwise corporate precinct.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malaysia Chiak! | Food centre | About 300 m (~5 min walk) | Visit for a range of local and Malaysian food stalls in a food centre setting. |
| Marina One | Shopping mall | About 330 m (~5 min walk) | Visit for shopping, dining and office retail in a large mixed-use development. |
| Red Dot Design Museum | Museum | About 520 m (~8 min walk) | Visit to explore Singapore's design heritage and rotating design exhibitions. |
| Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre | Museum | About 650 m (~11 min walk) | Visit to learn about Chinese culture, history and the arts in Singapore. |
| OUE Downtown | Shopping mall | About 770 m (~13 min walk) | Visit for retail and dining options within a central business district development. |
| Lau Pa Sat | Food centre | About 780 m (~13 min walk) | Visit for a wide selection of hawker food in a historic cast-iron pavilion. |
| The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands | Shopping mall | About 1030 m (~17 min walk) | Visit for upscale shopping, dining and waterfront leisure at Marina Bay Sands. |
| Nagore Durgha Indian Muslim Heritage Centre | Museum | About 1060 m (~17 min walk) | Visit to discover the history of Indian Muslim heritage and culture in Singapore. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Marina Bay 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 Bugis (10 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bugis to Bayfront (2 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Bayfront to Marina Bay (1 stop). About 13 stops with 2 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Marina Bay (6 stops). About 6 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Outram Park (3 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Outram Park to Marina Bay (3 stops). About 6 stops with 1 change. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Outram Park (8 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Outram Park to Marina Bay (3 stops). About 11 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Marina Bay (17 stops). About 17 stops, no changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Chinatown (1 stop), then change to the Downtown Line from Chinatown to Bayfront (3 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Bayfront to Marina Bay (1 stop). About 5 stops with 2 changes. |
Tips for using Marina Bay station
- Marina Bay is an interchange station between the Circle Line and Thomson East Coast Line, so check which line gets you closest to your onward destination before boarding.
- Malaysia Chiak! and Marina One are both roughly a five-minute walk and are among the most convenient options for a quick meal or errand near the station.
- Lau Pa Sat and OUE Downtown are around a 13-minute walk, so allow extra time to reach them, particularly during the midday heat.
- The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands and the Nagore Durgha Indian Muslim Heritage Centre are over one kilometre away by straight line, so consider taking a connecting train or other surface transport rather than walking.
All stations on the Thomson East Coast Line
In order along the line, with Marina Bay marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| TE1 | Woodlands North | – |
| TE2 | Woodlands | NS / TE |
| TE3 | Woodlands South | – |
| TE4 | Springleaf | – |
| TE5 | Lentor | – |
| TE7 | Bright Hill | – |
| TE8 | Upper Thomson | – |
| TE9 | Caldecott | CC / TE |
| TE10 | Mount Pleasant | – |
| TE11 | Stevens | DT / TE |
| TE12 | Napier | – |
| TE13 | Orchard Boulevard | – |
| TE14 | Orchard | TE / NS |
| TE15 | Great World | – |
| TE16 | Havelock | – |
| TE17 | Outram Park | TE / EW |
| TE18 | Maxwell | – |
| TE19 | Shenton Way | – |
| TE20 | Marina Bay (you are here) | CE / TE |
| TE21 | Marina South | – |
| TE22 | Gardens by the Bay | – |
Read the full Thomson East Coast Line guide.
Marina Bay station: common questions
Which line is Marina Bay MRT station on?
Marina Bay is on the Circle Line (Marina Bay extension) and the Thomson East Coast Line. Its station codes are CE2 and TE20.
Is Marina Bay an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the Circle Line (Marina Bay extension) and the Thomson East Coast Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Marina Bay?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Marina Bay a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Circle Line (Marina Bay extension) first train 5:37 AM, last train 11:50 PM. Thomson East Coast Line first train 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Marina Bay MRT station?
Nearby places include Marina One shopping mall, Malaysia Chiak! food centre, the Red Dot Design Museum, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Lau Pa Sat, OUE Downtown, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands and the Nagore Durgha Indian Muslim Heritage Centre. The area is primarily a business and financial district with a mix of dining, retail and cultural attractions.
Which mall or food centre is closest to Marina Bay MRT station?
Malaysia Chiak! food centre is the closest at approximately 300 metres, roughly a five-minute walk. Marina One shopping mall is just slightly further at approximately 330 metres, also around a five-minute walk.
How far is Lau Pa Sat from Marina Bay MRT station?
Lau Pa Sat is approximately 780 metres from Marina Bay station in a straight line, which is roughly a 13-minute walk. Allow additional time if you are travelling during peak hours.
How do I get to Marina Bay from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Bugis (10 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bugis to Bayfront (2 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Bayfront to Marina Bay (1 stop). About 13 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 Marina Bay
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- Art for the Heart 2026: Shortlisted Works at Bayfront MRT 11 Sep 2026
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Circle Line (Marina Bay extension) and 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.