Marina South Pier MRT Station
Marina South Pier station is the southern terminus of the North South Line, carrying the station code NS28. It sits at the edge of Marina Bay, serving the Marina South waterfront area, which is home to ferry terminals and open recreational spaces rather than dense commercial or residential development. The station is a practical stop for passengers heading to or from the southern waterfront rather than a busy city centre destination.
Marina South Pier on the North South Line map
Marina South Pier MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | NS28 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North South Line |
| Line colour | Red line (North South Line) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 滨海南码头 |
| Tamil name | மரினா சவுத் படகுத்துறை |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | North South Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:16 AM, last train 11:48 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Marina South Pier on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From Marina South Pier, the North South Line runs northward with Raffles Place as the next stop. Raffles Place is a major interchange station connecting the North South Line with the East West Line, giving passengers direct access to a wide range of destinations across the island. There are no transfer options at Marina South Pier itself, so passengers needing to change lines should plan to do so at Raffles Place or another interchange further along the network.
The station is best known as the departure point for ferry services to the Southern Islands, including St John's Island, Kusu Island, and Sisters' Islands, with the Marina South Ferry Terminal located close to the station. The surrounding area is otherwise relatively open, with sea-facing promenades and green spaces. It is not a shopping or dining destination in its own right, but visitors heading out to the Southern Islands for a day trip will find this station a straightforward and convenient starting point.
Around Marina South Pier MRT station
Marina South Pier station sits in a waterfront district on the southern edge of Marina Bay, oriented around maritime leisure and large-scale green spaces rather than residential or commercial activity. The immediate surroundings include the Singapore Maritime Gallery, while the broader area extends toward Gardens by the Bay. It is a quieter part of the city primarily visited for leisure, recreation and ferry connections.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Maritime Gallery | Museum | About 80 m (~1 min walk) | Visit the Singapore Maritime Gallery to explore exhibits on Singapore's shipping and port heritage. |
| Gardens by the Bay | Park | About 1090 m (~18 min walk) | Head to Gardens by the Bay for outdoor gardens, nature displays and waterfront scenery. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Marina South Pier 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 Raffles Place (12 stops), then change to the North South Line from Raffles Place to Marina South Pier (2 stops). About 14 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Marina Bay (6 stops), then change to the North South Line from Marina Bay to Marina South Pier (1 stop). About 7 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Raffles Place (1 stop), then change to the North South Line from Raffles Place to Marina South Pier (2 stops). About 3 stops with 1 change. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Raffles Place (10 stops), then change to the North South Line from Raffles Place to Marina South Pier (2 stops). About 12 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Marina Bay (17 stops), then change to the North South Line from Marina Bay to Marina South Pier (1 stop). About 18 stops with 1 change. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the Circle Line from HarbourFront to Marina Bay (4 stops), then change to the North South Line from Marina Bay to Marina South Pier (1 stop). About 5 stops with 1 change. |
Fares from Marina South Pier MRT station
A trip from Marina South Pier to Changi Airport (about 22 km) costs S$2.36 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Marina South Pier to the main hubs, the early bird fare for journeys that start before 7.45am on weekdays, and the fare that applies from 26 December 2026.
| To | Distance | Adult card | Before 7.45am | From 26 Dec 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changi Airport | about 22 km, 14 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
| Orchard | about 6 km, 7 stops | S$1.59 | S$1.09 | S$1.72 |
| City Hall | about 3 km, 3 stops | S$1.38 | S$0.88 | S$1.51 |
| Raffles Place | about 2 km, 2 stops | S$1.28 | S$0.78 | S$1.40 |
| Jurong East | about 18 km, 12 stops | S$2.20 | S$1.70 | S$2.33 |
| Woodlands | about 27 km, 18 stops | S$2.43 | S$1.93 | S$2.56 |
| HarbourFront | about 5 km, 5 stops | S$1.59 | S$1.09 | S$1.72 |
| Marina Bay | about 1 km, 1 stop | S$1.28 | S$0.78 | S$1.40 |
Estimated from the route distance between stations and the Public Transport Council fare table in force from 27 December 2025. The exact fare can differ by one band. Cash fares are higher. Use the fare calculator for any other journey, or check your fare on the SimplyGo app.
Tips for using Marina South Pier MRT station
- The Singapore Maritime Gallery is very close to the station and easily reached on foot in about a minute.
- Gardens by the Bay is roughly 1,090 metres away, so allow around 18 minutes to walk there or consider connecting via another nearby station on a different line.
- This station is a terminal station on the North South Line, so all trains depart in one direction only, towards the city and beyond.
- The area is quieter than central Marina Bay stations, but visitor numbers can rise on weekends and public holidays, so allow a little extra time when travelling during those periods.
All stations on the North South Line
In order along the line, with Marina South Pier marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| NS1 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| NS2 | Bukit Batok | None |
| NS3 | Bukit Gombak | None |
| NS4 | Choa Chu Kang | NS / BP |
| NS5 | Yew Tee | None |
| NS7 | Kranji | None |
| NS8 | Marsiling | None |
| NS9 | Woodlands | NS / TE |
| NS10 | Admiralty | None |
| NS11 | Sembawang | None |
| NS12 | Canberra | None |
| NS13 | Yishun | None |
| NS14 | Khatib | None |
| NS15 | Yio Chu Kang | None |
| NS16 | Ang Mo Kio | None |
| NS17 | Bishan | NS / CC |
| NS18 | Braddell | None |
| NS19 | Toa Payoh | None |
| NS20 | Novena | None |
| NS21 | Newton | NS / DT |
| NS22 | Orchard | TE / NS |
| NS23 | Somerset | None |
| NS24 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE / CC |
| NS25 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| NS26 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| NS27 | Marina Bay | CE / TE / NS |
| NS28 | Marina South Pier (you are here) | None |
Read the full North South Line guide.
Marina South Pier MRT station: common questions
Which line is Marina South Pier MRT station on?
Marina South Pier is on the North South Line. Its station code is NS28.
Is Marina South Pier an interchange station?
No. Marina South Pier 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 Marina South Pier?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Marina South Pier a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. North South Line first train 5:16 AM, last train 11:48 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Marina South Pier MRT station?
The closest attraction is the Singapore Maritime Gallery, approximately 80 metres away. Gardens by the Bay is also reachable, at roughly 1,090 metres from the station.
How far is Gardens by the Bay from Marina South Pier station?
Gardens by the Bay is approximately 1,090 metres from the station in a straight line, which is roughly an 18-minute walk.
Is there a museum near Marina South Pier MRT station?
Yes, the Singapore Maritime Gallery is approximately 80 metres from the station, making it about a one-minute walk away.
How do I get to Marina South Pier from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Raffles Place (12 stops), then change to the North South Line from Raffles Place to Marina South Pier (2 stops). About 14 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 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.