Mount Pleasant MRT Station
Mount Pleasant MRT station, coded TE10, sits on the Thomson-East Coast Line in a quiet, largely residential part of central Singapore. The surrounding area is characterised by low-density housing, mature greenery, and the kind of unhurried atmosphere typical of established neighbourhoods away from the main commercial corridors. It is a single-line station with no interchange facilities.
Mount Pleasant on the Thomson East Coast Line map
Mount Pleasant station at a glance
| Station codes | TE10 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Thomson East Coast Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 快乐山 |
| Tamil name | மவுண்ட் பிளசண்ட் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | 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 Mount Pleasant on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Travelling from Mount Pleasant, you can head one stop south to Stevens, where the Thomson-East Coast Line meets the Downtown Line, giving you access to a much wider span of the network including the city centre and the east. In the other direction, one stop north takes you to Caldecott, which connects with the Circle Line, opening routes to Bishan, Dhoby Ghaut, and other key points across the island.
The station is close to the Old Police Academy compound, a sprawling heritage site set within extensive grounds along Old Thomson Road. The broader neighbourhood is green and low-rise, with the Central Catchment Nature Reserve nearby, making the area a reasonable starting point for those heading to walking and cycling trails through Singapore's central forests. Street-level surroundings are generally quiet, with modest local amenities rather than large commercial developments.
Around Mount Pleasant station
Mount Pleasant station sits within a quiet, predominantly residential and institutional neighbourhood in the central-north part of Singapore. Catholic Junior College is one of the most prominent landmarks close by, giving the area a studious character. Greenery and low-rise surroundings define much of the district, with Novena Rise Park adding a patch of nature within the wider vicinity.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Junior College | College | About 360 m (~6 min walk) | Visit Catholic Junior College for pre-university education and campus facilities. |
| Catholic Junior College Hostel | College | About 440 m (~7 min walk) | The Catholic Junior College Hostel provides residential accommodation for college students. |
| Chancery Lane Pill Box | Attraction | About 800 m (~13 min walk) | Chancery Lane Pill Box is a heritage military structure worth exploring for history enthusiasts. |
| Teck Seng | Food centre | About 910 m (~15 min walk) | Teck Seng is a local food centre offering a range of everyday hawker meals. |
| Sin Mee Eating House | Food centre | About 910 m (~15 min walk) | Sin Mee Eating House is a neighbourhood eating spot for casual local food. |
| Novena Rise Park | Park | About 930 m (~15 min walk) | Novena Rise Park is a green space suitable for a leisurely outdoor walk. |
| Maxim | Food centre | About 970 m (~16 min walk) | Maxim is a local food centre where you can find affordable everyday meals. |
| Tanglin Community Club | Community club | About 1080 m (~18 min walk) | Tanglin Community Club hosts community activities, classes and neighbourhood events. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Mount Pleasant 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 Stevens (4 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Stevens to Mount Pleasant (1 stop). About 15 stops with 2 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Mount Pleasant (4 stops). About 4 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Orchard (3 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Mount Pleasant (4 stops). About 7 stops with 1 change. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Buona Vista (3 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Buona Vista to Caldecott (4 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Caldecott to Mount Pleasant (1 stop). About 8 stops with 2 changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Mount Pleasant (7 stops). About 7 stops, no changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Little India (4 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Little India to Stevens (2 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Stevens to Mount Pleasant (1 stop). About 7 stops with 2 changes. |
Tips for using Mount Pleasant station
- Catholic Junior College and its hostel are within a comfortable walking distance of about 6 to 7 minutes, making them easy to reach on foot.
- Places beyond 800 metres, such as Chancery Lane Pill Box, Teck Seng, Sin Mee Eating House, Maxim and Tanglin Community Club, involve a longer walk of 13 minutes or more, so consider taking a bus or ride-hailing service if you prefer.
- The Thomson East Coast Line connects this station to major interchange stations elsewhere on the network, so plan your onward journey accordingly if you need to transfer to another line.
- Allow extra travel time during morning and evening peak hours, as trains and connecting transport options can be busier than usual.
All stations on the Thomson East Coast Line
In order along the line, with Mount Pleasant 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 (you are here) | – |
| 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 | CE / TE |
| TE21 | Marina South | – |
| TE22 | Gardens by the Bay | – |
Read the full Thomson East Coast Line guide.
Mount Pleasant station: common questions
Which line is Mount Pleasant MRT station on?
Mount Pleasant is on the Thomson East Coast Line. Its station code is TE10.
Is Mount Pleasant an interchange station?
No. Mount Pleasant is served by the Thomson East Coast Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Mount Pleasant?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Mount Pleasant a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Thomson East Coast Line first train 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Mount Pleasant MRT station?
Nearby places include Catholic Junior College at approximately 360 metres, Chancery Lane Pill Box at approximately 800 metres, and Novena Rise Park at approximately 930 metres, among others.
Which food centre is closest to Mount Pleasant MRT station?
Teck Seng and Sin Mee Eating House are both the closest food options, each at approximately 910 metres straight-line distance, roughly a 15-minute walk.
How far is Catholic Junior College from Mount Pleasant MRT station?
Catholic Junior College is approximately 360 metres from the station, which is roughly a 6-minute walk.
How do I get to Mount Pleasant 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 Stevens (4 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Stevens to Mount Pleasant (1 stop). 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.
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.