Pioneer MRT Station
Pioneer MRT station is an elevated stop on the East West Line with the code EW28, and it stands along Jurong West Street 63. The name can confuse first-time visitors, because the station is not inside the Pioneer planning area at all. It takes its name from Pioneer Road North, a major road running north to south just west of the station.
Pioneer on the East West Line map
Pioneer MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | EW28 |
|---|---|
| Lines | East West Line |
| Line colour | Green line (East West Line) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 先驱 |
| Tamil name | பயனியர் |
| Opened | 28 February 2009 (17 years ago) |
| Operator | SMRT Trains |
| Station type | Elevated |
| Platforms | 2 (1 island platform) |
| Address | 31 Jurong West Street 63Singapore 648310 |
| Daily ridership | About 27,013 passengers a day (2024) |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | East West Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM Full first and last train guide |
Opening date, operator and ridership figures are LTA data as recorded on Wikipedia.
See Pioneer on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Most passengers live in the surrounding Pioneer and Nanyang housing areas and use the line for daily trips across the island. The station was also planned with workers in the Jurong Industrial Area in mind. It is currently the closest MRT stop to Nanyang Technological University, so students and campus visitors pass through regularly. That will change in 2029, when Nanyang Gateway and Nanyang Crescent stations open on the Jurong Region Line and bring rail closer to the university.
History of Pioneer MRT station
The station was built at the same time as Joo Koon under the Boon Lay Extension, which the Land Transport Authority announced in December 2004 to shorten journeys for people working in the Jurong Industrial Area. It opened on 28 February 2009. To connect it with homes in Nanyang and Pioneer, Pioneer Road North was widened and given an overhead pedestrian ramp bridge, and SBS Transit started feeder bus service 241.
Inside Pioneer MRT station
The platforms have half-height screen doors, which were fitted in 2011 and were all in use by 24 August that year. Large high-volume low-speed fans have kept air moving on the platforms since 10 June 2012, and Pioneer was only the second station after Tampines to receive them. A privacy screen runs along the eastbound track to protect nearby residents, a feature shared with just one other above-ground station on the network, Marsiling.
For everyday needs, Pioneer MRT station puts several useful places within walking distance:
- Kimly Coffeeshop, about 30 m away and roughly a minute on foot, for a quick meal.
- Jurong West Hawker Centre and Market, around 410 m away or about seven minutes on foot, for hawker food and market shopping.
- Pioneer Mall, about 460 m away, also around a seven-minute walk, for shopping and errands close to home.
- Jurong West Library, about 880 m away or roughly 14 minutes on foot, for reading and study.
Jurong Point, at about 950 m, is a 15-minute walk if you want another shopping centre, and Soon Lee Bus Park lies around 800 m from the station. Walking times are rough guides based on straight-line distance, so allow a little extra on the actual route.
Around Pioneer MRT station
Pioneer MRT station sits within a largely residential area of Jurong West, surrounded by public housing estates and everyday amenities. The neighbourhood offers convenient access to local food options such as Kimly Coffeeshop and Jurong West Hawker Centre and Market, as well as retail at Pioneer Mall and Jurong Point a little further away.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kimly Coffeeshop | Food centre | About 30 m (~1 min walk) | A nearby coffeeshop for a quick local meal or drink. |
| Pioneer Zone 3 Residents' Network | Community club | About 220 m (~4 min walk) | A community hub for residents' activities and neighbourhood events. |
| Kim San Leng | Food centre | About 400 m (~7 min walk) | A food centre offering a range of local hawker dishes. |
| Jurong West Hawker Centre and Market | Food centre | About 410 m (~7 min walk) | A hawker centre and market for fresh produce and cooked food. |
| Pioneer Mall | Shopping mall | About 460 m (~7 min walk) | A shopping mall with retail shops and everyday services. |
| Soon Lee Bus Park | Bus interchange | About 800 m (~13 min walk) | A bus park serving as a base for bus operations in the area. |
| Jurong West Library | Library | About 880 m (~14 min walk) | A public library for borrowing books and community programmes. |
| Jurong Point | Shopping mall | About 950 m (~15 min walk) | A large shopping mall with a wide variety of shops and eateries. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Pioneer 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 Pioneer (26 stops). About 26 stops, no changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Outram Park (3 stops), then change to the East West Line from Outram Park to Pioneer (12 stops). About 15 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Pioneer (15 stops). About 15 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Pioneer (4 stops). About 4 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Jurong East (7 stops), then change to the East West Line from Jurong East to Pioneer (4 stops). About 11 stops with 1 change. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Outram Park (1 stop), then change to the East West Line from Outram Park to Pioneer (12 stops). About 13 stops with 1 change. |
Fares from Pioneer MRT station
A trip from Pioneer to Changi Airport (about 42 km) costs S$2.57 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Pioneer 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 42 km, 26 stops | S$2.57 | S$2.07 | S$2.70 |
| Orchard | about 23 km, 15 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
| City Hall | about 23 km, 15 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
| Raffles Place | about 22 km, 14 stops | S$2.33 | S$1.83 | S$2.46 |
| Jurong East | about 6 km, 4 stops | S$1.59 | S$1.09 | S$1.72 |
| Woodlands | about 22 km, 11 stops | S$2.33 | S$1.83 | S$2.46 |
| HarbourFront | about 23 km, 13 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
| Marina Bay | about 23 km, 15 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
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 Pioneer MRT station
- Kimly Coffeeshop is just a short walk from the station, making it an easy stop for a meal before or after your journey.
- Pioneer Mall, Jurong West Hawker Centre and Market, and Kim San Leng are all within roughly 7 minutes on foot, so they are manageable to reach by walking.
- Jurong Point and Jurong West Library are close to 1 kilometre away, so taking a bus from the area will save time, especially in warm weather.
- During morning and evening peak hours, trains on the East West Line can be busy, so allow extra time if you are travelling to or from the station at those times.
All stations on the East West Line
In order along the line, with Pioneer marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| EW1 | Pasir Ris | None |
| EW2 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| EW3 | Simei | None |
| EW4 | Tanah Merah | None |
| EW5 | Bedok | None |
| EW6 | Kembangan | None |
| EW7 | Eunos | None |
| EW8 | Paya Lebar | CC / EW |
| EW9 | Aljunied | None |
| EW10 | Kallang | None |
| EW11 | Lavender | None |
| EW12 | Bugis | DT / EW |
| EW13 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| EW14 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| EW15 | Tanjong Pagar | None |
| EW16 | Outram Park | TE / EW / NE |
| EW17 | Tiong Bahru | None |
| EW18 | Redhill | None |
| EW19 | Queenstown | None |
| EW20 | Commonwealth | None |
| EW21 | Buona Vista | EW / CC |
| EW22 | Dover | None |
| EW23 | Clementi | None |
| EW24 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| EW25 | Chinese Garden | None |
| EW26 | Lakeside | None |
| EW27 | Boon Lay | None |
| EW28 | Pioneer (you are here) | None |
| EW29 | Joo Koon | None |
| EW30 | Gul Circle | None |
| EW31 | Tuas Crescent | None |
| EW32 | Tuas West Road | None |
| EW33 | Tuas Link | None |
Read the full East West Line guide.
Pioneer MRT station: common questions
Which line is Pioneer MRT station on?
Pioneer is on the East West Line. Its station code is EW28.
Is Pioneer an interchange station?
No. Pioneer is served by the East West Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Pioneer?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Pioneer a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Pioneer MRT station?
The area around Pioneer station has several food options including Kimly Coffeeshop, Kim San Leng, and Jurong West Hawker Centre and Market, as well as Pioneer Mall and Jurong Point for shopping, and Jurong West Library for those looking to visit a public library.
Which food centre or hawker centre is closest to Pioneer MRT station?
Kimly Coffeeshop is the closest, at approximately 30 metres from the station and roughly a 1-minute walk away.
How far is Jurong Point from Pioneer MRT station?
Jurong Point is approximately 950 metres from Pioneer station in a straight line, which is roughly a 15-minute walk.
How do I get to Pioneer from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Pioneer (26 stops). About 26 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 October 2026.
News and guides mentioning Pioneer
- Lakeside MRT Delay: How to Beat the Morning Rush Queues 22 Oct 2026
- シンガポール地下鉄（MRT）路線図 2026（日本語ガイド） 4 Oct 2026
- Jurong Region Line: How Tough Terrain Shaped the Build 3 Oct 2026
- Bus & Train Fares Rise Up to 13 Cents from Dec 26 30 Sep 2026
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on 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.
Exits and buses at Pioneer station
Pioneer has 2 mapped exits (A to B). The letters match the signs inside the station; the landmark beside each one is the closest mapped place to that entrance, so pick the exit that comes up nearest to where you are going.
- Exit A: closest to Kimly Coffeeshop (about 24 m from the entrance)
- Exit B: closest to Kimly Coffeeshop (about 63 m from the entrance)
Bus stops within 250 m of Pioneer station
| Bus stop | Stop code | Services | From station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Station Exit B | 22529 | 179, 192, 241, 241A, 258, 974, 974A | 25 m |
| Pioneer Station Exit A | 22521 | 179, 192, 241, 258, 974 | 45 m |
| Blk 653B | 22469 | 185, 192, 193, 258, 502, 974 | 170 m |
| Opp Jurong West Pr Sch | 22531 | 5N, 192, 258, 651 | 195 m |
| Blk 643 | 22459 | 179, 185, 193, 241, 241A, 502 | 214 m |
| Jurong West Pr Sch | 22539 | 192, 258, 651 | 216 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 Pioneer station
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