Raffles Place MRT Station
Raffles Place MRT station is an interchange station serving both the North South Line (station code NS26) and the East West Line (station code EW14). It sits at the heart of Singapore's central business district, placing it among the busiest stations in the network. The surrounding area is dominated by banks, financial institutions, and tall commercial towers, making it a key stop for office workers and visitors heading into the city centre.
Raffles Place on the North South Line map
Raffles Place station at a glance
| Station codes | NS26EW14 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North South Line East West Line |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 莱佛士坊 |
| Tamil name | ராஃபிள்ஸ் பிளேஸ் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | North South Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 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 Raffles Place on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From Raffles Place, the North South Line connects directly to City Hall to the north and Marina South Pier to the south. The East West Line runs west towards Tanjong Pagar and east back through the city. Because both lines cross here, the station offers straightforward transfers between services without leaving the fare gates, making it a practical choice for journeys across a wide stretch of the network.
The station sits close to Raffles Place Park, a small open space in the middle of the financial district where office workers often gather during the day. The surrounding streets are lined with the towers of major banks and corporate headquarters, and the Singapore River is a short walk away, giving access to the riverside promenades of Boat Quay and Clarke Quay beyond. The general neighbourhood is dense with commercial activity and is one of the most recognisable parts of the city.
Around Raffles Place station
Raffles Place MRT station sits within the Downtown Core planning area, which forms the heart of Singapore's central business district. The surroundings are overwhelmingly commercial, dominated by banking headquarters, law firms, and multinational offices housed in towers along Raffles Place and Robinson Road. The station is used almost entirely by office workers on weekday mornings and evenings, with a quieter mix of tourists and shoppers at weekends. On foot the area feels orderly and corporate, with wide pavements, covered linkways between buildings, and a noticeable drop in activity after business hours.
| Place | Type | Why go |
|---|---|---|
| Raffles Place Park | Park | A small open square at street level directly above the station, used by office workers for lunch breaks and occasional public events. |
| One Raffles Place | Shopping mall | A retail podium beneath one of the district's prominent office towers, offering food and beverage options popular with nearby workers. |
| Change Alley | Shopping mall | A sheltered retail walkway connecting office towers in the area, with food stalls, convenience shops and money changers. |
| Clifford Centre | Shopping mall | A mid-rise commercial building close to the waterfront with retail shops and eateries catering to the local working population. |
| Fullerton Hotel Singapore | Attraction | A landmark heritage building that formerly served as the General Post Office, now a luxury hotel facing the Singapore River. |
| Cavenagh Bridge | Attraction | Singapore's oldest surviving bridge, a short walk from the station along the Singapore River, popular with walkers and photographers. |
| Lau Pa Sat | Hawker centre | A large Victorian cast-iron market building converted into a food centre, offering a wide variety of local dishes and well known for its evening satay street. |
How to get to Raffles Place 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 Raffles Place (12 stops). About 12 stops, no changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to City Hall (3 stops), then change to the East West Line from City Hall to Raffles Place (1 stop). About 4 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Raffles Place (1 stop). About 1 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Raffles Place (10 stops). About 10 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Woodlands to Outram Park (14 stops), then change to the East West Line from Outram Park to Raffles Place (2 stops). About 16 stops with 1 change. |
| 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 Raffles Place (1 stop). About 5 stops with 2 changes. |
Tips for using Raffles Place station
- Raffles Place is one of the busiest interchange stations in Singapore, so expect very crowded platforms and concourses during weekday morning and evening peak hours; allow extra time if you need to make a transfer.
- The station connects directly via covered underground walkways to several surrounding office towers, making it possible to reach many buildings in the central business district without going above ground.
- Lau Pa Sat is roughly a five-minute walk from the station and is a practical lunch option, though queues at popular stalls can be long on weekday afternoons.
- The Singapore River waterfront, including Cavenagh Bridge and the Fullerton Hotel, is a short walk away and is noticeably quieter and more pleasant on foot at weekends.
- Lifts are available at the station for passengers who require step-free access; check the station map on arrival as the concourse layout spans a large underground area.
All stations on the North South Line
In order along the line, with Raffles Place marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| NS1 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| NS2 | Bukit Batok | – |
| NS3 | Bukit Gombak | – |
| NS4 | Choa Chu Kang | NS / BP |
| NS5 | Yew Tee | – |
| NS7 | Kranji | – |
| NS8 | Marsiling | – |
| NS9 | Woodlands | NS / TE |
| NS10 | Admiralty | – |
| NS11 | Sembawang | – |
| NS12 | Canberra | – |
| NS13 | Yishun | – |
| NS14 | Khatib | – |
| NS15 | Yio Chu Kang | – |
| NS16 | Ang Mo Kio | – |
| NS17 | Bishan | NS / CC |
| NS18 | Braddell | – |
| NS19 | Toa Payoh | – |
| NS20 | Novena | – |
| NS21 | Newton | NS / DT |
| NS22 | Orchard | TE / NS |
| NS23 | Somerset | – |
| NS24 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE |
| NS25 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| NS26 | Raffles Place (you are here) | NS / EW |
| NS28 | Marina South Pier | – |
Read the full North South Line guide.
All stations on the East West Line
In order along the line, with Raffles Place 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 (you are here) | NS / EW |
| EW15 | Tanjong Pagar | – |
| EW16 | Outram Park | 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.
Raffles Place station: common questions
Which line is Raffles Place MRT station on?
Raffles Place is on the North South Line and the East West Line. Its station codes are NS26 and EW14.
Is Raffles Place an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the North South Line and the East West Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Raffles Place?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Raffles Place a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. North South Line first train 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 PM. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
Is Lau Pa Sat directly connected to Raffles Place MRT station?
Lau Pa Sat is not directly connected underground to the station. It is approximately a five-minute walk away along Boon Tat Street. The route is largely covered and straightforward, passing through the commercial district.
What is the Raffles Place area known for?
Raffles Place is Singapore's primary financial and business district, home to the headquarters of major banks, law firms and multinational corporations. The area is characterised by high-rise office towers, with the Singapore River waterfront and historic buildings such as the Fullerton Hotel nearby.
How do I get to Raffles Place from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Raffles Place (12 stops). About 12 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 North South 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.