Napier MRT Station
Napier station (TE12) is part of the Thomson-East Coast Line, one of Singapore's newer MRT lines. It sits in a quiet, upscale residential and diplomatic district, surrounded by low-density housing, embassies, and green open space. The station serves commuters living in or visiting this leafer corner of District 10, offering a calmer alternative to the busier stations along Orchard Road nearby.
Napier on the Thomson East Coast Line map
Napier station at a glance
| Station codes | TE12 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Thomson East Coast Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 纳比雅 |
| Tamil name | நேப்பியர் |
| 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 Napier on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From Napier, travelling one stop north along the Thomson-East Coast Line brings you to Stevens, where you can change to the Downtown Line for destinations across the city. Heading in the other direction, Orchard Boulevard is the next stop south, continuing towards the Orchard Road shopping belt and eventually the eastern parts of Singapore. The line itself connects Napier to areas as far as Woodlands in the north and the east coast.
The station is within walking distance of the Singapore Botanic Gardens, a large and well-known green space that draws both locals and visitors. The surrounding streets are lined with mature trees and private residences, making the area pleasant to explore on foot. For those heading to the Botanic Gardens, Napier offers one of the more convenient MRT access points along this stretch of Cluny and Napier roads.
Around Napier station
Napier station sits in a leafy, upscale district bordering the Singapore Botanic Gardens, with a strong medical cluster anchored by Gleneagles Hospital and Gleneagles Medical Centre nearby. The surroundings are predominantly low-density residential and green space, with no large shopping malls in the immediate vicinity. Visitors most commonly come to this area for healthcare appointments or to explore the gardens, including attractions such as the Orchid Breeding and Micropropagation Lab and the Marsh Garden.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gleneagles Hospital | Hospital | About 100 m (~2 min walk) | Visit for specialist medical consultations and hospital services. |
| Gleneagles Medical Centre | Hospital | About 130 m (~2 min walk) | Visit for outpatient specialist and medical centre appointments. |
| New Life Coach Doctor | Hospital | About 150 m (~2 min walk) | Visit for coaching and medical consultation services. |
| Orchid Breeding and Micropropagation Lab | Attraction | About 230 m (~4 min walk) | Visit to learn about orchid cultivation and plant propagation techniques. |
| Marsh Garden | Attraction | About 230 m (~4 min walk) | Visit to explore a curated wetland and marsh plant environment. |
| CDL Green Gallery | Gallery | About 240 m (~4 min walk) | Visit for exhibitions focused on green building and sustainability. |
| Singapore Botanic Gardens Heritage Museum | Museum | About 280 m (~5 min walk) | Visit to discover the heritage and history of the Singapore Botanic Gardens. |
| Plant House | Attraction | About 420 m (~7 min walk) | Visit to view a collection of plants in a sheltered growing environment. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Napier 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 Napier (1 stop). About 15 stops with 2 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Napier (2 stops). About 2 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 Napier (2 stops). About 5 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 Napier (3 stops). About 10 stops with 2 changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Napier (9 stops). About 9 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 Napier (1 stop). About 7 stops with 2 changes. |
Tips for using Napier station
- Gleneagles Hospital and Gleneagles Medical Centre are both within a short walk of the station, making this a convenient stop for medical appointments.
- The Botanic Gardens attractions such as the Orchid Breeding and Micropropagation Lab, Marsh Garden, and CDL Green Gallery are a few minutes further on foot, so allow a little extra time.
- The Singapore Botanic Gardens Heritage Museum and Plant House are the furthest points on this list, so wear comfortable shoes if you plan to visit multiple garden sites in one trip.
- At peak hours the train can be busy, particularly in the morning and evening; travelling slightly outside these periods makes the journey more comfortable.
All stations on the Thomson East Coast Line
In order along the line, with Napier 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 (you are here) | – |
| 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.
Napier station: common questions
Which line is Napier MRT station on?
Napier is on the Thomson East Coast Line. Its station code is TE12.
Is Napier an interchange station?
No. Napier 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 Napier?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Napier 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 Napier MRT station?
The area around Napier station is home to Gleneagles Hospital and Gleneagles Medical Centre, both approximately 100 to 130 metres away, as well as several Singapore Botanic Gardens attractions including the Orchid Breeding and Micropropagation Lab, Marsh Garden, CDL Green Gallery, and the Singapore Botanic Gardens Heritage Museum, all within roughly 280 metres.
How far is Gleneagles Hospital from Napier MRT station?
Gleneagles Hospital is approximately 100 metres from Napier station in a straight line, making it about a 2-minute walk.
Is there a museum near Napier MRT station?
Yes, the Singapore Botanic Gardens Heritage Museum is approximately 280 metres from the station, roughly a 5-minute walk away.
How do I get to Napier 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 Napier (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.
News and guides mentioning Napier
- Top 10 Must-Visit Attractions in Singapore and Their Nearest MRT Stations 25 Apr 2026
- MRT Map (LTA) 11 Aug 2023
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.