Pending LRT Station
Pending LRT station (code BP8) is a stop on the Bukit Panjang LRT, the light rail line serving the Bukit Panjang and Choa Chu Kang neighbourhoods in the north-west of Singapore. Like every stop on this line, the station is elevated. Trains glide along a raised guideway above the streets, and passengers make their way up from ground level to reach the platform.
Pending on the Bukit Panjang LRT map
Pending LRT station at a glance
| Station codes | BP8 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Bukit Panjang LRT |
| Line colour | Grey line (Bukit Panjang LRT) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 秉定 |
| Tamil name | பெண்டிங் |
| Next stations |
See Pending on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Most people who use the station live in the surrounding part of Bukit Panjang and treat the LRT as a short local link. The line connects with Choa Chu Kang MRT/LRT station, so residents can ride a few stops and then change to the MRT for longer journeys across the island. The station also sees regular use from people coming to the cluster of markets and food centres that sit only a few minutes’ walk away.
History of Pending LRT station
Pending LRT station belongs to the Bukit Panjang LRT, which was the first LRT line built in Singapore and began carrying passengers on 6 November 1999. While the line was still being planned, the Land Transport Authority held a public exhibition in 1996 where visitors could vote on the colours of the trains and the shape of the station roofs. The whole system is now nearing the end of a major renewal, scheduled to finish in 2026, which brings a new signalling system designed to cut waiting times between trains, plus new and refurbished trains.
Inside Pending LRT station
The trains here are fully automated and run without a driver, usually as two-car sets, so platforms are compact and boarding is quick. Platform barriers line the edge of the platform, as they have at every station on the line since 2017, which keeps waiting passengers safely back from the guideway.
For residents and visitors alike, the station is above all a gateway to good local food. Bukit Panjang Hawker Centre and Market is about 210 m away, roughly a three-minute walk, and is a natural first stop for breakfast, lunch or fresh produce. Kim San Leng Coffee Shop, about 240 m from the station, offers another option for a quick meal or a cup of coffee.
Worshippers heading to Masjid Al-Iman will find it around 270 m away, a walk of about four minutes. For a longer outing, Hillion Mall is roughly 920 m from the station, about 15 minutes on foot, for shopping and errands. Whether you are running daily errands, meeting friends for a meal or simply passing through on the way to Choa Chu Kang, Pending LRT station puts these everyday places within easy reach.
Around Pending LRT station
Pending LRT station sits within a predominantly residential neighbourhood in the Bukit Panjang area, surrounded by public housing estates and local amenities. The immediate vicinity is well served by food options, including Bukit Panjang Hawker Centre and Market and Bangkit Market, reflecting the everyday character of the area. Hillion Mall lies roughly 15 minutes away on foot, offering a broader retail option for residents.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar @ Level 2 | Market / hawker centre | About 200 m (~3 min walk) | Visit for a variety of market produce and cooked food stalls. |
| Bukit Panjang Hawker Centre and Market | Food centre | About 210 m (~3 min walk) | A popular local spot for hawker meals and fresh market shopping. |
| Fu Yuan Can Shi | Food centre | About 240 m (~4 min walk) | Head here for a selection of canteen-style cooked food options. |
| Kim San Leng Coffee Shop | Food centre | About 240 m (~4 min walk) | A traditional coffee shop serving local drinks and simple meals. |
| Masjid Al-Iman | Place of worship | About 270 m (~4 min walk) | A neighbourhood mosque for prayer and religious observance. |
| Bangkit Market | Market / hawker centre | About 290 m (~5 min walk) | Browse fresh produce and cooked food at this local market. |
| Pocket Greens Urban Farm & Barn | Attraction | About 800 m (~13 min walk) | Explore an urban farm with a barn-style space for a nature-based experience. |
| Hillion Mall | Shopping mall | About 920 m (~15 min walk) | Shop for a range of retail, dining and daily essentials at this mall. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Pending by LRT
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 Bukit Panjang (13 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Bukit Panjang to Pending (2 stops). About 25 stops with 2 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Newton (1 stop), then change to the Downtown Line from Newton to Bukit Panjang (10 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Bukit Panjang to Pending (2 stops). About 13 stops with 2 changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Newton (4 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Newton to Bukit Panjang (10 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Bukit Panjang to Pending (2 stops). About 16 stops with 2 changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the North South Line from Jurong East to Choa Chu Kang (3 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Choa Chu Kang to Pending (7 stops). About 10 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Choa Chu Kang (4 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Choa Chu Kang to Pending (7 stops). About 11 stops with 1 change. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Little India (5 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Little India to Bukit Panjang (11 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Bukit Panjang to Pending (2 stops). About 18 stops with 2 changes. |
Fares from Pending LRT station
A trip from Pending to Changi Airport (about 35 km) costs S$2.51 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Pending 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 35 km, 25 stops | S$2.51 | S$2.01 | S$2.64 |
| Orchard | about 16 km, 13 stops | S$2.11 | S$1.61 | S$2.24 |
| City Hall | about 18 km, 16 stops | S$2.20 | S$1.70 | S$2.33 |
| Raffles Place | about 19 km, 17 stops | S$2.24 | S$1.74 | S$2.37 |
| Jurong East | about 11 km, 10 stops | S$1.90 | S$1.40 | S$2.03 |
| Woodlands | about 13 km, 11 stops | S$1.98 | S$1.48 | S$2.11 |
| HarbourFront | about 22 km, 18 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
| Marina Bay | about 20 km, 18 stops | S$2.30 | S$1.80 | S$2.43 |
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 Pending LRT station
- Several food centres are within a short walk of the station, making the area convenient for a quick meal without needing to travel further.
- Hillion Mall and Pocket Greens Urban Farm and Barn are considerably further away on foot, so consider whether you prefer to walk or take an alternative mode of transport.
- The Bukit Panjang LRT connects to the Downtown Line at Bukit Panjang station, which allows onward travel to more distant parts of Singapore with greater ease.
- During peak hours the LRT can be busy, so allow a little extra time when planning your journey to or from Pending station.
All stations on the Bukit Panjang LRT
In order along the line, with Pending marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| BP1 | Choa Chu Kang | NS / BP |
| BP2 | South View | None |
| BP3 | Keat Hong | None |
| BP4 | Teck Whye | None |
| BP5 | Phoenix | None |
| BP6 | Bukit Panjang | DT / BP |
| BP7 | Petir | None |
| BP8 | Pending (you are here) | None |
| BP9 | Bangkit | None |
| BP10 | Fajar | None |
| BP11 | Segar | None |
| BP12 | Jelapang | None |
| BP13 | Senja | None |
Read the full Bukit Panjang LRT guide.
Pending LRT station: common questions
Which line is Pending LRT station on?
Pending is on the Bukit Panjang LRT. Its station code is BP8.
Is Pending an interchange station?
No. Pending is served by the Bukit Panjang LRT only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Pending LRT station?
The station is surrounded by several food centres and markets, including Bukit Panjang Hawker Centre and Market and Bangkit Market, as well as Masjid Al-Iman. Hillion Mall and Pocket Greens Urban Farm and Barn are also reachable, though they are further away.
Which food centre or hawker centre is closest to Pending station?
Pasar @ Level 2 is approximately 200 metres away, making it the closest food and market option, with Bukit Panjang Hawker Centre and Market just slightly further at around 210 metres.
How far is Hillion Mall from Pending station?
Hillion Mall is approximately 920 metres from Pending station in a straight line, which is roughly a 15-minute walk.
How do I get to Pending from Changi Airport by LRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Bugis (10 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Bugis to Bukit Panjang (13 stops), then change to the Bukit Panjang LRT from Bukit Panjang to Pending (2 stops). About 25 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 October 2026.
News and guides mentioning Pending
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Bukit Panjang LRT 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.
Exits and buses at Pending station
Bus stops within 250 m of Pending station
| Bus stop | Stop code | Services | From station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opposite Pending Station | 44221 | 171, 184, 960, 963, 963R, 963e, 966, 972M, 973, 976 | 28 m |
| Before Pending Station | 44229 | 171, 184, 960, 963, 963R, 963e, 966, 966A, 972M, 973, 973A, 976 | 52 m |
| Between Blks 139/140 | 44219 | 75, 171, 960, 963, 963R, 963e, 976 | 214 m |
| Blk 127 | 44211 | 75, 171, 960, 963, 963R, 963e, 976 | 219 m |
Exits and bus services come from OpenStreetMap and can change when roads or routes are revised; check the board at the stop or the operator app before relying on a service late at night. For the nearest station to where you are now, use the MRT near me finder.
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