Marina South MRT Station
Not yet open: Marina South station (TE21) on the Thomson-East Coast Line is fully built, but it has not opened to passengers. Trains pass through without stopping. The Land Transport Authority has said it will open once the area around it is developed. Until then, use Marina Bay (TE20) or Gardens by the Bay (TE22), the nearest open stations.
Marina South on the Thomson East Coast Line map
Marina South MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | TE21 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Thomson East Coast Line |
| Line colour | Brown line (Thomson East Coast Line) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 滨海南 |
| Tamil name | மரினா சவுத் |
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See Marina South on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Marina South MRT station (TE21) is a built but not yet opened station on the Thomson East Coast Line, in the Marina South area on the southern edge of Singapore's city centre. The station sits within a largely developing district that has seen planned residential and mixed-use growth, positioning it as a stop that connects the waterfront fringe of the city to the broader Thomson East Coast Line corridor.
When it opens, Marina South will sit between Marina Bay (TE20), an interchange with the North South Line and the Circle Line, and Gardens by the Bay (TE22). For now, get off at Marina Bay or Gardens by the Bay and walk or take a bus to the Marina South area.
The general neighbourhood around Marina South is characterised by open waterfront land and ongoing urban development rather than a dense cluster of established attractions immediately at street level. Visitors heading to the Marina Bay waterfront precinct or seeking access to the broader Marina area may find this station a useful starting point, though the more well-known landmarks in the vicinity are typically a short walk or ride away via the stations on either side.
Around Marina South MRT station
Marina South station sits within the Marina Bay precinct, a large-scale recreational and waterfront district on Singapore's southern coastline. The area is dominated by gardens, cultural attractions and maritime heritage, with highlights such as Supertree Grove and the Singapore Maritime Gallery drawing visitors throughout the week. It is not a residential or shopping neighbourhood, but rather a destination focused on leisure, nature and design.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Maritime Gallery | Museum | About 400 m (~7 min walk) | Visit to explore Singapore's maritime history and seafaring heritage through interactive exhibits. |
| Colonial Garden | Attraction | About 780 m (~13 min walk) | A garden space offering a quiet retreat with ornamental planting and a colonial character. |
| Supertree Dining | Food centre | About 810 m (~13 min walk) | A dining venue set within the Gardens by the Bay precinct, convenient after exploring the grounds. |
| OCBC Skyway | Attraction | About 860 m (~14 min walk) | Walk the elevated aerial walkway for panoramic views across the Supertrees and Marina Bay. |
| Supertree Grove | Attraction | About 870 m (~14 min walk) | Wander among the famous vertical garden structures that have become a centrepiece of the precinct. |
| Red Dot Design Museum | Museum | About 980 m (~16 min walk) | Browse award-winning product and industrial design from Singapore and around the world. |
| IMBA Theatre | Gallery | About 1000 m (~16 min walk) | A creative theatre and gallery space showcasing immersive and artistic performances. |
| Big Fish Aquarium | Aquarium | About 1030 m (~17 min walk) | View a wide variety of tropical and marine fish species in a dedicated aquarium setting. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
Tips for using Marina South MRT station
- The Singapore Maritime Gallery is about 7 minutes on foot from the station site, the closest of the places listed here.
- Supertree Grove, OCBC Skyway and Supertree Dining are clustered together, so plan to visit all three in a single trip rather than making separate journeys.
- Several places, including the Red Dot Design Museum, IMBA Theatre and Big Fish Aquarium, are over 1,000 metres away, so allow more time on foot or consider onward transport options.
- Trains do not stop here yet, so plan your trip to Marina Bay (TE20) or Gardens by the Bay (TE22) instead.
All stations on the Thomson East Coast Line
Open stations in order along the line. Marina South is not open yet, so it is not listed. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| TE1 | Woodlands North | None |
| TE2 | Woodlands | NS / TE |
| TE3 | Woodlands South | None |
| TE4 | Springleaf | None |
| TE5 | Lentor | None |
| TE6 | Mayflower | None |
| TE7 | Bright Hill | None |
| TE8 | Upper Thomson | None |
| TE9 | Caldecott | CC / TE |
| TE11 | Stevens | DT / TE |
| TE12 | Napier | None |
| TE13 | Orchard Boulevard | None |
| TE14 | Orchard | TE / NS |
| TE15 | Great World | None |
| TE16 | Havelock | None |
| TE17 | Outram Park | TE / EW / NE |
| TE18 | Maxwell | None |
| TE19 | Shenton Way | None |
| TE20 | Marina Bay | CE / TE / NS |
| TE22 | Gardens by the Bay | None |
| TE23 | Tanjong Rhu | None |
| TE24 | Katong Park | None |
| TE25 | Tanjong Katong | None |
| TE26 | Marine Parade | None |
| TE27 | Marine Terrace | None |
| TE28 | Siglap | None |
| TE29 | Bayshore | None |
Read the full Thomson East Coast Line guide.
Marina South MRT station: common questions
Which line is Marina South MRT station on?
Marina South is on the Thomson East Coast Line. Its station code is TE21.
Is Marina South an interchange station?
No. Marina South is served by the Thomson East Coast Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Marina South MRT station?
The area around Marina South station includes attractions such as Supertree Grove, the OCBC Skyway, the Singapore Maritime Gallery and the Red Dot Design Museum, all within approximately 400 to 980 metres of the station.
Where is the closest place to eat near Marina South station?
Supertree Dining is the nearest food option, located approximately 810 metres from the station, which is roughly a 13-minute walk.
How far is Supertree Grove from Marina South MRT station?
Supertree Grove is approximately 870 metres from Marina South station in a straight line, which is around a 14-minute walk.
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 South
- Chain collision of 3 buses in Yishun injures 5 riders 16 Oct 2026
- Commuter Fatigue and the North-South Corridor Delay 6 Oct 2026
- Men Rushing for MRT Seats: TikToker Sparks Debate 30 Sep 2026
- Singapore MRT Network: Lines, Fares & How It All Works 29 Sep 2026
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.