Petir LRT Station
Petir LRT station is a stop on the Bukit Panjang LRT, in the Bukit Panjang area of north-west Singapore, and carries the station code BP7. Like every other stop on this 8-kilometre line, it is fully elevated, so passengers go up from street level to reach the platform. The line runs without drivers on board and is operated by SMRT Trains, for which it is the only light rail line in its network.
Petir on the Bukit Panjang LRT map
Petir LRT station at a glance
| Station codes | BP7 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Bukit Panjang LRT |
| Line colour | Grey line (Bukit Panjang LRT) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 柏提 |
| Tamil name | பெட்டீர் |
| Next stations |
See Petir on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Most people using the station are residents of the surrounding Bukit Panjang neighbourhood. They ride the automated trains for short local journeys to shops, food centres and the town’s bus interchange. They also travel to Choa Chu Kang MRT/LRT station, where the Bukit Panjang LRT connects with the MRT network for longer trips across the island. Occasional visitors tend to come for the nearby malls and the public library, both within a few minutes’ walk.
History of Petir LRT station
The station is part of Singapore’s first LRT line, which began carrying passengers on 6 November 1999. Before construction started, a public exhibition in 1996 invited visitors to vote on the colours of the trains and the shape of the station roofs, so local residents had a direct say in how the line looks. As the system approached the end of its 20-year design lifespan, a major renewal began in 2019 covering signalling, power rails and trains, with completion scheduled for 2026.
Inside Petir LRT station
Trains here run in two-car formations and stop at an elevated platform fitted with platform barriers, which were installed at every station on the line by 2017. Because of the ongoing renewal, passengers may notice a mix of refurbished and newer trains while the older first-generation fleet is gradually replaced.
For everyday errands, Petir LRT station puts several useful places within an easy walk. Chean Heng Eating House is about 160 metres away, roughly a three-minute walk, which makes it a quick choice for a meal before or after a train ride. Bukit Panjang Public Library is around 310 metres from the station, about five minutes on foot, and suits anyone looking for a quiet place to read or study.
For shopping, Bukit Panjang Plaza and Hillion Mall are each about six minutes’ walk away, at roughly 360 and 380 metres respectively. Together these make the station a practical base for residents running errands and for visitors heading to the shops and services around the Bukit Panjang town area.
Around Petir LRT station
Petir station sits within a primarily residential neighbourhood in the Bukit Panjang area, surrounded by housing estates and everyday amenities. The station is close to several local eating houses serving the community, as well as Bukit Panjang Plaza and Hillion Mall, which bring retail and dining options to residents. It is a quiet, suburban part of western Singapore oriented around local living rather than commerce or industry.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chean Heng Eating House | Food centre | About 160 m (~3 min walk) | A local eating house for casual, affordable meals in the neighbourhood. |
| Choh Dee Place | Food centre | About 250 m (~4 min walk) | A food centre offering a variety of local dishes for nearby residents. |
| Taiwah Coffee Shop | Food centre | About 250 m (~4 min walk) | A coffee shop serving everyday local food and drinks. |
| Bukit Panjang Public Library | Library | About 310 m (~5 min walk) | A public library for borrowing books, studying, or community programmes. |
| Bukit Panjang Plaza | Shopping mall | About 360 m (~6 min walk) | A shopping mall with retail shops, food outlets, and daily services. |
| Hillion Mall | Shopping mall | About 380 m (~6 min walk) | A shopping mall with a range of retail, dining, and lifestyle options. |
| Bukit Panjang Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 420 m (~7 min walk) | A bus interchange for connecting to buses across Singapore. |
| Junction 10 | Shopping mall | About 780 m (~13 min walk) | A neighbourhood shopping mall with retail and dining options further from the station. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Petir 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 Petir (1 stop). About 24 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 Petir (1 stop). About 12 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 Petir (1 stop). About 15 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 Petir (6 stops). About 9 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 Petir (6 stops). About 10 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 Petir (1 stop). About 17 stops with 2 changes. |
Fares from Petir LRT station
A trip from Petir 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 Petir 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, 24 stops | S$2.51 | S$2.01 | S$2.64 |
| Orchard | about 15 km, 12 stops | S$2.07 | S$1.57 | S$2.20 |
| City Hall | about 17 km, 15 stops | S$2.20 | S$1.70 | S$2.33 |
| Raffles Place | about 19 km, 16 stops | S$2.24 | S$1.74 | S$2.37 |
| Jurong East | about 10 km, 9 stops | S$1.86 | S$1.36 | S$1.99 |
| Woodlands | about 12 km, 10 stops | S$1.94 | S$1.44 | S$2.07 |
| HarbourFront | about 22 km, 17 stops | S$2.33 | S$1.83 | S$2.46 |
| Marina Bay | about 20 km, 17 stops | S$2.27 | S$1.77 | S$2.40 |
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 Petir LRT station
- Chean Heng Eating House is the closest dining option, roughly a 3-minute walk from the station, making it a convenient stop for a quick meal.
- Bukit Panjang Plaza and Hillion Mall are both within about a 6-minute walk, so it is worth deciding which one suits your needs before heading out.
- For onward bus connections across Singapore, make your way to Bukit Panjang Bus Interchange, which is approximately a 7-minute walk from the station.
- Junction 10 is considerably further at around a 13-minute walk, so allow extra time or consider using a bus from the interchange to reach it more comfortably.
All stations on the Bukit Panjang LRT
In order along the line, with Petir 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 (you are here) | None |
| BP8 | Pending | None |
| BP9 | Bangkit | None |
| BP10 | Fajar | None |
| BP11 | Segar | None |
| BP12 | Jelapang | None |
| BP13 | Senja | None |
Read the full Bukit Panjang LRT guide.
Petir LRT station: common questions
Which line is Petir LRT station on?
Petir is on the Bukit Panjang LRT. Its station code is BP7.
Is Petir an interchange station?
No. Petir is served by the Bukit Panjang LRT only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Petir LRT station?
Near Petir station you will find local eating houses such as Chean Heng Eating House and Taiwah Coffee Shop, as well as Bukit Panjang Public Library, Bukit Panjang Plaza, Hillion Mall, and Bukit Panjang Bus Interchange, all within approximately a 7-minute walk.
Which mall is closest to Petir station?
Bukit Panjang Plaza is the closest mall, at approximately 360 metres away, followed closely by Hillion Mall at approximately 380 metres, both roughly a 6-minute walk.
How far is Bukit Panjang Public Library from Petir station?
Bukit Panjang Public Library is approximately 310 metres from Petir station, which is roughly a 5-minute walk.
How do I get to Petir 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 Petir (1 stop). About 24 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 Petir
- シンガポール地下鉄（MRT）路線図 2026（日本語ガイド） 4 Oct 2026
- Singapore Bukit Panjang LRT Map 11 Aug 2023
- Tamil 11 Aug 2023
- MRT Map Chinese 11 Aug 2023
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 Petir station
Bus stops within 250 m of Petir station
| Bus stop | Stop code | Services | From station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opposite Petir Station | 44209 | 75, 171, 960, 963, 963R, 963e, 976 | 79 m |
| After Petir Station | 44201 | 75, 171, 960, 963, 963R, 963e, 976 | 88 m |
| Blk 171 | 44199 | 970 | 121 m |
| Opposite Blk 171 | 44191 | 970 | 122 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.
Places to visit from Petir station
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