one-north MRT Station
one-north MRT station is a Circle Line station in Singapore, carrying the station code CC23. It serves the one-north business and research district in the Queenstown planning area, a precinct developed to house technology, media, and biomedical companies alongside research institutes and office buildings. The station sits at the edge of this planned commercial zone and is the main rail access point for workers, researchers, and visitors travelling to the area.
one-north on the Circle Line map
one-north MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | CC23 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Circle Line |
| Line colour | Yellow line (Circle Line) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 纬壹 |
| Tamil name | ஒன்-நார்த் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Circle Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:37 AM, last train 11:56 PM Full first and last train guide |
See one-north on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
The station is on the Circle Line only and does not offer any rail interchange. From here, trains run directly to Buona Vista station in one direction, where passengers can change to the East West Line, and to Kent Ridge station in the other direction. Journeys along the Circle Line connect to a wide range of interchanges across the island, making it straightforward to reach most parts of the network with at most one change.
The one-north precinct surrounds the station, and a number of research and technology campuses are within walking distance, including buildings belonging to the Biopolis and Fusionopolis clusters. These clusters contain laboratories, offices, and facilities used by research agencies and private companies. The general neighbourhood is relatively quiet and planned in character, with covered walkways and open plazas rather than the dense street-level activity typical of older commercial districts elsewhere in Singapore.
Around one-north MRT station
One-north station sits within a planned business and research district that is home to technology firms, media companies, and educational institutions. The area around the station is dominated by office and mixed-use developments such as Fusionopolis 1, alongside food options like Koufu that serve the working population. It is not a traditional residential neighbourhood, though shopping and leisure facilities such as Rochester Mall and The Star Vista are reachable on foot.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fusionopolis 1 | Shopping mall | About 60 m (~1 min walk) | Visit Fusionopolis 1 for office-based retail and amenities serving the business district. |
| Koufu | Food centre | About 70 m (~1 min walk) | Head to Koufu for a quick, affordable hawker-style meal close to the station. |
| INSEAD Asia | University | About 80 m (~1 min walk) | INSEAD Asia is a well-regarded business school campus for those with academic or campus visits. |
| Timbre+ | Food centre | About 240 m (~4 min walk) | Timbre+ is a popular open-air food destination with a variety of dining stalls. |
| Anglo-Chinese Junior College | College | About 380 m (~6 min walk) | Anglo-Chinese Junior College is a secondary and pre-university school for students and visitors. |
| Rochester Mall | Shopping mall | About 680 m (~11 min walk) | Rochester Mall is a neighbourhood shopping mall with dining and retail options. |
| National University Hospital | Hospital | About 740 m (~12 min walk) | National University Hospital is a major public hospital for medical appointments and emergencies. |
| The Star Vista | Shopping mall | About 940 m (~15 min walk) | The Star Vista is a larger shopping mall with retail, dining, and an indoor performance venue. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to one-north 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 Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to one-north (13 stops). About 19 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Caldecott (4 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Caldecott to one-north (5 stops). About 9 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Buona Vista (8 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Buona Vista to one-north (1 stop). About 9 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 one-north (1 stop). About 4 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Caldecott (7 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Caldecott to one-north (5 stops). About 12 stops with 1 change. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the Circle Line from HarbourFront to one-north (6 stops). About 6 stops, no changes. |
Fares from one-north MRT station
A trip from one-north to Changi Airport (about 32 km) costs S$2.48 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from one-north 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 32 km, 19 stops | S$2.48 | S$1.98 | S$2.61 |
| Orchard | about 14 km, 9 stops | S$2.07 | S$1.57 | S$2.20 |
| City Hall | about 11 km, 9 stops | S$1.90 | S$1.40 | S$2.03 |
| Raffles Place | about 10 km, 8 stops | S$1.86 | S$1.36 | S$1.99 |
| Jurong East | about 8 km, 4 stops | S$1.75 | S$1.25 | S$1.88 |
| Woodlands | about 23 km, 12 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
| HarbourFront | about 8 km, 6 stops | S$1.75 | S$1.25 | S$1.88 |
| Marina Bay | about 12 km, 10 stops | S$1.94 | S$1.44 | S$2.07 |
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 one-north MRT station
- Fusionopolis 1 and Koufu are both under a minute's walk from the station, making them the most convenient stops for a quick bite or errand.
- Timbre+ is around a 4-minute walk and is a reasonable stroll, but allow extra time during lunchtime when it tends to be busy.
- Rochester Mall, National University Hospital, and The Star Vista are all more than 600 metres away, so consider taking a bus or other transport rather than walking, especially in hot weather.
- During morning and evening peak hours, trains on the Circle Line can be busy, so allow a little extra time if you are making a connection elsewhere on the network.
All stations on the Circle Line
In order along the line, with one-north marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| CC1 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE / CC |
| CC2 | Bras Basah | None |
| CC3 | Esplanade | None |
| CC4 | Promenade | CC / DT |
| CC5 | Nicoll Highway | None |
| CC6 | Stadium | None |
| CC7 | Mountbatten | None |
| CC8 | Dakota | None |
| CC9 | Paya Lebar | CC / EW |
| CC10 | MacPherson | CC / DT |
| CC11 | Tai Seng | None |
| CC12 | Bartley | None |
| CC13 | Serangoon | CC / NE |
| CC14 | Lorong Chuan | None |
| CC15 | Bishan | NS / CC |
| CC16 | Marymount | None |
| CC17 | Caldecott | CC / TE |
| CC19 | Botanic Gardens | DT / CC |
| CC20 | Farrer Road | None |
| CC21 | Holland Village | None |
| CC22 | Buona Vista | EW / CC |
| CC23 | one-north (you are here) | None |
| CC24 | Kent Ridge | None |
| CC25 | Haw Par Villa | None |
| CC26 | Pasir Panjang | None |
| CC27 | Labrador Park | None |
| CC28 | Telok Blangah | None |
| CC29 | HarbourFront | CC / NE |
| CC30 | Keppel | None |
| CC31 | Cantonment | None |
| CC32 | Prince Edward Road | None |
Read the full Circle Line guide.
one-north MRT station: common questions
Which line is one-north MRT station on?
one-north is on the Circle Line. Its station code is CC23.
Is one-north an interchange station?
No. one-north is served by the Circle Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at one-north?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach one-north a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Circle Line first train 5:37 AM, last train 11:56 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near one-north MRT station?
The station is surrounded by business and research facilities, with places such as Fusionopolis 1, Koufu, and INSEAD Asia all within roughly 80 metres. Further afield, you will find Anglo-Chinese Junior College, Rochester Mall, National University Hospital, and The Star Vista, all reachable on foot or by bus.
Which food centre is closest to one-north station?
Koufu is the closest food centre, approximately 70 metres from the station and about a 1-minute walk. Timbre+, another food destination, is approximately 240 metres away and takes around 4 minutes on foot.
How far is National University Hospital from one-north station?
National University Hospital is approximately 740 metres from one-north station, which is roughly a 12-minute walk. It may be more practical to take a bus to cover that distance, particularly if you are in a hurry.
How do I get to one-north from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to one-north (13 stops). About 19 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.
News and guides mentioning one-north
- Autonomous bus trials halted: what LTA is testing instead 13 Oct 2026
- MRT Station Codes and Interchange Stations Explained 31 Aug 2026
- Circle Line Wayfinding Signs Upgraded After Passenger Feedback 5 Jul 2026
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Circle 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.