Orchard Boulevard MRT Station
Orchard Boulevard MRT station is a station on the Thomson East Coast Line, carrying the code TE13. It sits in one of Singapore's most well-known upscale residential and retail corridors, serving a mix of private housing, embassies, hotels, and the fringes of the Orchard Road shopping belt. It is not an interchange station.
Orchard Boulevard on the Thomson East Coast Line map
Orchard Boulevard station at a glance
| Station codes | TE13 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Thomson East Coast Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 乌节大道 |
| Tamil name | ஆர்ச்சர்ட் பொலிவார்ட் |
| 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 Orchard Boulevard on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From Orchard Boulevard, you can travel directly to neighbouring stations Napier (TE12) and Orchard (TE14) on the same Thomson East Coast Line. Orchard station connects onward to the North South Line, giving you access to a much wider part of the network without needing to backtrack far. Travelling in the other direction, Napier brings you closer to the Botanic Gardens area.
The station sits within a quiet, tree-lined stretch of Orchard Boulevard known for embassies and luxury residences. The broader Orchard Road shopping district is within reasonable walking distance, with its well-known shopping centres and hotels. The immediate surroundings are largely low-density and leafy, making this station more useful for those living or staying in the area than for visitors seeking retail or entertainment destinations.
Around Orchard Boulevard station
Orchard Boulevard station sits within one of Singapore's most prominent upscale shopping and residential corridors. The immediate surroundings are dominated by high-end retail, with Tanglin Mall a very short walk away and Forum The Shopping Mall and Palais Renaissance also within the area. The neighbourhood transitions towards the greenery of the Singapore Botanic Gardens on its western fringe.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglin Mall | Shopping mall | About 180 m (~3 min walk) | Visit Tanglin Mall for a range of retail shops, dining options and everyday amenities. |
| New Life Coach Doctor | Hospital | About 520 m (~8 min walk) | New Life Coach Doctor is a medical facility for those seeking healthcare consultations. |
| Forum The Shopping Mall | Shopping mall | About 630 m (~10 min walk) | Forum The Shopping Mall offers retail and dining in the Orchard Road area. |
| Gleneagles Hospital | Hospital | About 650 m (~11 min walk) | Gleneagles Hospital is a well-known private hospital for medical treatment and specialist care. |
| Palais Renaissance | Shopping mall | About 750 m (~12 min walk) | Palais Renaissance houses a selection of upscale retail and dining establishments. |
| Marsh Garden | Attraction | About 860 m (~14 min walk) | Marsh Garden is a pleasant green space worth visiting for a quiet outdoor experience. |
| Orchid Breeding and Micropropagation Lab | Attraction | About 870 m (~14 min walk) | The Orchid Breeding and Micropropagation Lab offers a look into orchid cultivation and research. |
| Singapore Botanic Gardens Heritage Museum | Museum | About 930 m (~15 min walk) | The Singapore Botanic Gardens Heritage Museum explores the history of the Botanic Gardens. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Orchard Boulevard 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 City Hall (11 stops), then change to the North South Line from City Hall to Orchard (3 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Orchard Boulevard (1 stop). About 15 stops with 2 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Orchard Boulevard (1 stop). About 1 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 Orchard Boulevard (1 stop). About 4 stops with 1 change. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Outram Park (8 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Outram Park to Orchard Boulevard (4 stops). About 12 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Orchard Boulevard (10 stops). About 10 stops, no changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Dhoby Ghaut (3 stops), then change to the North South Line from Dhoby Ghaut to Orchard (2 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Orchard Boulevard (1 stop). About 6 stops with 2 changes. |
Tips for using Orchard Boulevard station
- Tanglin Mall is the closest major destination and is an easy short walk from the station, making it the most convenient first stop.
- Gleneagles Hospital, Forum The Shopping Mall and Palais Renaissance are all within roughly ten to twelve minutes on foot, though taking a bus along Orchard Road can save time if you prefer not to walk.
- The attractions near the Singapore Botanic Gardens, including the Heritage Museum, Marsh Garden and the Orchid Breeding and Micropropagation Lab, are around fourteen to fifteen minutes away on foot, so allow extra time or consider hopping on a bus along Cluny Road.
- During peak hours the surrounding roads can be congested, so walking to nearby destinations is often quicker than waiting for surface transport.
All stations on the Thomson East Coast Line
In order along the line, with Orchard Boulevard 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 | – |
| TE13 | Orchard Boulevard (you are here) | – |
| 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.
Orchard Boulevard station: common questions
Which line is Orchard Boulevard MRT station on?
Orchard Boulevard is on the Thomson East Coast Line. Its station code is TE13.
Is Orchard Boulevard an interchange station?
No. Orchard Boulevard 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 Orchard Boulevard?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Orchard Boulevard 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 Orchard Boulevard MRT station?
The station is close to several shopping malls including Tanglin Mall, Forum The Shopping Mall and Palais Renaissance, as well as Gleneagles Hospital and attractions within the Singapore Botanic Gardens precinct. All are within an approximate fifteen-minute walk.
Which mall is closest to Orchard Boulevard MRT station?
Tanglin Mall is the closest shopping mall, at approximately 180 metres away, which is roughly a three-minute walk.
How far is Gleneagles Hospital from Orchard Boulevard MRT station?
Gleneagles Hospital is approximately 650 metres from the station, which is roughly an eleven-minute walk.
How do I get to Orchard Boulevard from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to City Hall (11 stops), then change to the North South Line from City Hall to Orchard (3 stops), then change to the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Orchard Boulevard (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 Orchard Boulevard
- 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.