Outram Park MRT Station
Outram Park is an interchange MRT station in Singapore served by two lines: the Thomson East Coast Line, where it carries the station code TE17, and the East West Line, where it is coded EW16. The station sits at the edge of a largely residential area in the Outram district, close to where older public housing meets the fringes of the city centre, making it a busy stop for commuters travelling between the central region and points further east or west.
Outram Park on the Thomson East Coast Line map
Outram Park station at a glance
| Station codes | TE17EW16 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Thomson East Coast Line East West Line |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 欧南园 |
| Tamil name | ஊட்ரம் பார்க் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Thomson East Coast Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:36 AM, last train 11:27 PM East West Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Outram Park on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Passengers can transfer at Outram Park between the Thomson East Coast Line and the East West Line without leaving the station. On the Thomson East Coast Line, neighbouring stations are Havelock to the north and Maxwell to the south. On the East West Line, Tiong Bahru lies to the west and Tanjong Pagar to the east. This makes the station a practical interchange point for those heading towards Orchard and the city centre, the eastern suburbs, or destinations along the southern stretch of the Thomson East Coast Line.
The immediate surroundings of Outram Park station include the Singapore General Hospital campus, one of the largest hospital complexes in the country, which is within walking distance. The area around the station also takes in parts of Outram Road and the older shophouse streets of the Outram neighbourhood, where local food shops and small businesses line the pavements, giving the district a character that mixes everyday residential life with medical and civic facilities.
Around Outram Park station
Outram Park station sits within the Outram planning area, one of Singapore's older inner-city districts lying just south of the Singapore River. The surroundings are a mixture of civic, medical and residential uses, anchored by the Singapore General Hospital campus and older HDB precincts nearby. The station draws a broad mix of users including hospital patients and staff, residents of the Tanjong Pagar and Bukit Merah fringe areas, and workers heading into the central business district. On foot, the streets feel calm and relatively low-rise compared to the CBD, with mature trees, heritage shophouses and medical facilities giving the area a distinctly civic character.
| Place | Type | Why go |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore General Hospital | Hospital | One of Singapore's largest public hospitals, it is the primary reason many commuters use this station, serving patients, visitors and a large medical workforce. |
| Outram Community Hospital | Hospital | A step-down care facility on the Singapore General Hospital campus providing rehabilitation and transitional care services. |
| People's Park Complex | Shopping mall | A well-known mixed-use complex in Chinatown offering budget goods, money changers, food stalls and a variety of small retail shops. |
| Chinatown | Attraction | The historic Chinese quarter of Singapore with heritage shophouses, temples, street food and cultural landmarks is accessible within a short walk. |
| Sri Mariamman Temple | Place of worship | Singapore's oldest Hindu temple, located in Chinatown, is a significant religious and architectural landmark visited by worshippers and tourists alike. |
| Tanjong Pagar Plaza Hawker Centre | Hawker centre | A popular local food centre a short walk away offering a wide selection of affordable cooked food, frequented by nearby office workers and residents. |
| Pearl's Hill City Park | Park | A quiet hilltop park close to the station offering green space, heritage reservoirs and walking paths away from the surrounding urban streets. |
How to get to Outram Park 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 Outram Park (14 stops). About 14 stops, no changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Outram Park (3 stops). About 3 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Outram Park (3 stops). About 3 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Outram Park (8 stops). About 8 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Outram Park (14 stops). About 14 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 City Hall (1 stop), then change to the East West Line from City Hall to Outram Park (3 stops). About 7 stops with 2 changes. |
Tips for using Outram Park station
- The station is an interchange between two lines, so check the platform carefully to ensure you board the correct service for your intended direction.
- The station is well connected by several bus services along Outram Road and New Bridge Road, making it straightforward to reach nearby areas not directly on the rail lines.
- Morning rush hours can see heavy crowding from hospital staff and commuters heading towards the city, so allow extra time if travelling between roughly 8 and 9 in the morning.
- Lifts are available at the station, which is useful for patients or visitors travelling to the hospital with mobility aids or bulky items.
- There is no direct sheltered link to Singapore General Hospital, so be prepared for a short open-air walk, particularly if the weather is wet.
All stations on the Thomson East Coast Line
In order along the line, with Outram Park 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 | – |
| TE14 | Orchard | TE / NS |
| TE15 | Great World | – |
| TE16 | Havelock | – |
| TE17 | Outram Park (you are here) | 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.
All stations on the East West Line
In order along the line, with Outram Park marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| EW1 | Pasir Ris | – |
| EW2 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| EW3 | Simei | – |
| EW4 | Tanah Merah | – |
| EW5 | Bedok | – |
| EW6 | Kembangan | – |
| EW7 | Eunos | – |
| EW8 | Paya Lebar | CC / EW |
| EW9 | Aljunied | – |
| EW10 | Kallang | – |
| EW11 | Lavender | – |
| EW12 | Bugis | DT / EW |
| EW13 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| EW14 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| EW15 | Tanjong Pagar | – |
| EW16 | Outram Park (you are here) | TE / EW |
| EW17 | Tiong Bahru | – |
| EW18 | Redhill | – |
| EW19 | Queenstown | – |
| EW20 | Commonwealth | – |
| EW21 | Buona Vista | EW / CC |
| EW22 | Dover | – |
| EW23 | Clementi | – |
| EW24 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| EW25 | Chinese Garden | – |
| EW26 | Lakeside | – |
| EW27 | Boon Lay | – |
| EW28 | Pioneer | – |
| EW29 | Joo Koon | – |
| EW30 | Gul Circle | – |
| EW31 | Tuas Crescent | – |
| EW32 | Tuas West Road | – |
| EW33 | Tuas Link | – |
Read the full East West Line guide.
Outram Park station: common questions
Which line is Outram Park MRT station on?
Outram Park is on the Thomson East Coast Line and the East West Line. Its station codes are TE17 and EW16.
Is Outram Park an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the Thomson East Coast Line and the East West Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Outram Park?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Outram Park 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. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
Is Singapore General Hospital within walking distance of Outram Park station?
Yes, Singapore General Hospital is the closest major landmark to the station and is reachable on foot in roughly five to ten minutes. The walk involves a short open-air section along Outram Road, so it is advisable to carry an umbrella during wet weather.
What is the Outram area generally known for?
Outram is best known as a major medical district, home to Singapore General Hospital and several specialist centres. It borders Chinatown to the north and Tanjong Pagar to the east, giving the area a mix of heritage shophouses, civic institutions and older residential blocks alongside its medical facilities.
How do I get to Outram Park from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Outram Park (14 stops). About 14 stops, no 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.
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Thomson East Coast Line and the East West 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.