Serangoon MRT Station
Serangoon MRT station is an interchange station serving both the Circle Line (station code CC13) and the North East Line (station code NE12). It sits in the heart of Serangoon, a well-established residential town in the north-east of Singapore. The area around the station is a busy neighbourhood centre, with a mix of housing estates, local shops, and amenities that make it one of the more active community nodes in that part of the island.
Serangoon on the Circle Line map
Serangoon station at a glance
| Station codes | CC13NE12 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Circle Line North East Line |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 实龙岗 |
| Tamil name | சிராங்கூன் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Circle Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:37 AM, last train 11:50 PM North East Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:42 AM, last train 11:55 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Serangoon on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Passengers can transfer between the Circle Line and the North East Line here without leaving the station. On the Circle Line, neighbouring stations are Bartley in one direction and Lorong Chuan in the other. On the North East Line, the adjacent stations are Woodleigh towards the city and Potong Pasir in the opposite direction. This makes Serangoon a practical stop for travellers moving between the north-east corridor and the broader circular route that connects many parts of Singapore.
The station sits directly alongside NEX, a large shopping mall that is connected to the station and contains supermarkets, restaurants, retail shops, and a cinema. The surrounding streets of Serangoon Central bring you quickly to wet markets, hawker centres, and everyday amenities that serve the local population. The general neighbourhood has a well-used, lived-in character, with a good range of food options and shops within easy walking distance of the station exits.
Around Serangoon station
Serangoon station sits within the Serangoon planning area in the north-east of Singapore, a mature residential town with a strong local commercial character along Serangoon Road and New Upper Changi Road. The area is a mix of Housing Development Board flats, private condominiums, shophouses, and neighbourhood retail, giving it an everyday, lived-in character rather than a tourist district feel. The station is well used by residents of surrounding estates, shoppers visiting NEX mall, and students attending nearby schools. On foot the streets are moderately busy throughout the day, with covered linkways providing some shelter to the main mall and bus interchange.
| Place | Type | Why go |
|---|---|---|
| NEX | Shopping mall | A large regional shopping mall directly connected to the station, offering a wide range of retail, food and beverage, a supermarket, and a rooftop dog park. |
| Serangoon Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | An air-conditioned bus interchange integrated within NEX that provides connections to numerous bus services across the north-east and other parts of Singapore. |
| Chomp Chomp Food Centre | Hawker centre | A popular open-air food centre in Serangoon Gardens known for local barbecue seafood, satay, and a lively atmosphere, reachable by bus from the interchange. |
| Serangoon Gardens | Attraction | A low-rise landed residential estate with a village-like character, cafes, and independent eateries that draw visitors looking for a quieter, suburban dining and leisure experience. |
| Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary) | School | A secondary school located within walking distance of the station, contributing to student ridership during school hours. |
| Zhongshan Mall | Shopping mall | A smaller neighbourhood mall along Serangoon Central Drive offering everyday retail and food options for residents in the area. |
| Serangoon Community Club | Attraction | A community facility offering lifestyle classes, events, and social programmes for residents living in the Serangoon area. |
How to get to Serangoon 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 Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Serangoon (4 stops). About 10 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Bishan (5 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Bishan to Serangoon (2 stops). About 7 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Dhoby Ghaut (1 stop), then change to the North East Line from Dhoby Ghaut to Serangoon (5 stops). About 6 stops with 1 change. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Buona Vista (3 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Buona Vista to Serangoon (8 stops). About 11 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Bishan (8 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Bishan to Serangoon (2 stops). About 10 stops with 1 change. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Serangoon (8 stops). About 8 stops, no changes. |
Tips for using Serangoon station
- NEX mall and the Serangoon Bus Interchange are directly accessible from the station via a covered link, so you can move between the train, buses, and the mall without going outdoors.
- The station is an interchange point between two lines, so expect heavier crowding on weekday mornings and evenings when commuters from the north-east transfer between services.
- Lifts are available at the station for passengers who need step-free access, and the connection to NEX is fully sheltered, making it convenient in wet weather.
- If you are heading to Serangoon Gardens or Chomp Chomp Food Centre, take a bus from the interchange within NEX rather than walking, as both destinations are not within easy walking distance of the station.
- The area around the station is busiest on weekend evenings when shoppers and diners converge on NEX and the surrounding streets, so allow extra time if travelling then.
All stations on the Circle Line
In order along the line, with Serangoon marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| CC2 | Bras Basah | – |
| CC3 | Esplanade | – |
| CC4 | Promenade | CC / DT |
| CC5 | Nicoll Highway | – |
| CC6 | Stadium | – |
| CC7 | Mountbatten | – |
| CC8 | Dakota | – |
| CC9 | Paya Lebar | CC / EW |
| CC10 | MacPherson | CC / DT |
| CC11 | Tai Seng | – |
| CC12 | Bartley | – |
| CC13 | Serangoon (you are here) | CC / NE |
| CC14 | Lorong Chuan | – |
| CC15 | Bishan | NS / CC |
| CC16 | Marymount | – |
| CC17 | Caldecott | CC / TE |
| CC19 | Botanic Gardens | DT / CC |
| CC20 | Farrer Road | – |
| CC21 | Holland Village | – |
| CC22 | Buona Vista | EW / CC |
| CC23 | one-north | – |
| CC24 | Kent Ridge | – |
| CC25 | Haw Par Villa | – |
| CC26 | Pasir Panjang | – |
| CC27 | Labrador Park | – |
| CC28 | Telok Blangah | – |
| CC29 | HarbourFront | CC / NE |
Read the full Circle Line guide.
All stations on the North East Line
In order along the line, with Serangoon marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| NE1 | HarbourFront | CC / NE |
| NE4 | Chinatown | DT / NE |
| NE5 | Clarke Quay | – |
| NE6 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE |
| NE7 | Little India | DT / NE |
| NE8 | Farrer Park | – |
| NE9 | Boon Keng | – |
| NE10 | Potong Pasir | – |
| NE12 | Serangoon (you are here) | CC / NE |
| NE13 | Woodleigh | – |
| NE14 | Hougang | – |
| NE15 | Buangkok | – |
| NE16 | Sengkang | NE / STC |
| NE17 | Punggol | NE / PTC |
Read the full North East Line guide.
Serangoon station: common questions
Which line is Serangoon MRT station on?
Serangoon is on the Circle Line and the North East Line. Its station codes are CC13 and NE12.
Is Serangoon an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the Circle Line and the North East Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Serangoon?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Serangoon a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Circle Line first train 5:37 AM, last train 11:50 PM. North East Line first train 5:42 AM, last train 11:55 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
Is NEX mall directly connected to Serangoon MRT station?
Yes. NEX is directly linked to the station via a covered underground walkway, so you can reach the mall without going outside. The Serangoon Bus Interchange is also inside NEX, making it straightforward to continue your journey by bus from the same building.
What is the Serangoon area generally known for?
Serangoon is a well-established residential town known for its lively neighbourhood retail along Serangoon Road, the regional mall NEX, and the nearby Serangoon Gardens estate with its village-like dining scene. It has a long history as a settled community rather than a commercial or tourist district.
How do I get to Serangoon from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Paya Lebar to Serangoon (4 stops). About 10 stops with 1 change.
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 Circle Line and the North East 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.