Somerset MRT Station
Somerset MRT station is a stop on the North South Line, carrying the station code NS23. It sits in the heart of Orchard Road, Singapore's main retail and entertainment corridor, and serves a busy commercial and leisure area popular with shoppers, tourists, and young people. The surrounding district is defined largely by shopping malls, restaurants, and street-level retail rather than offices or heavy industry.
Somerset on the North South Line map
Somerset station at a glance
| Station codes | NS23 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North South Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 索美塞 |
| Tamil name | சாமர்செட் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | North South Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Somerset on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Somerset does not offer direct transfers to other rail lines, but its position on the North South Line connects it efficiently to the rest of the network. Travelling one stop south brings you to Dhoby Ghaut, which is an interchange station serving the Circle Line and the North East Line, giving access to a wide range of destinations across the island. One stop north is Orchard, another major commercial station on the same line.
The station sits close to several large shopping malls along Orchard Road, including 313@Somerset and Orchard Central, both of which are directly above or immediately beside the station exits. The surrounding streets are well suited to walking, with continuous covered linkways connecting many of the nearby retail buildings. The general area is one of Singapore's busiest shopping and dining neighbourhoods and is straightforward to explore on foot once you leave the station.
Around Somerset station
Somerset station sits at the heart of the Orchard Road shopping belt, one of Singapore's most well-known retail and leisure corridors. The immediate surroundings are dominated by shopping malls and dining options, with Orchard Central and 313@Somerset among the prominent destinations within easy walking distance. A short stroll from the busy commercial strip, Emerald Hill offers a quieter, heritage-flavoured contrast with its rows of conservation shophouses.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| EatAlley | Food centre | About 30 m (~1 min walk) | Visit EatAlley for a range of local and casual dining options. |
| Orchard Gateway | Shopping mall | About 50 m (~1 min walk) | Head to Orchard Gateway for shopping, dining and entertainment. |
| library@Orchard | Library | About 60 m (~1 min walk) | Use library@Orchard for books, programmes and a quiet read. |
| Orchard Central | Shopping mall | About 80 m (~1 min walk) | Orchard Central offers a broad mix of retail and food choices. |
| 313@Somerset | Shopping mall | About 120 m (~2 min walk) | 313@Somerset is a popular mall for fashion, food and lifestyle shopping. |
| Emerald Hill | Attraction | About 300 m (~5 min walk) | Explore Emerald Hill for heritage architecture and a calmer atmosphere. |
| Istana Heritage Gallery | Museum | About 480 m (~8 min walk) | The Istana Heritage Gallery provides insight into Singapore's presidential history. |
| Battlebox Visitor Centre | Museum | About 920 m (~15 min walk) | Battlebox Visitor Centre features wartime exhibits from the Second World War. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Somerset 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 City Hall (11 stops), then change to the North South Line from City Hall to Somerset (2 stops). About 13 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Somerset (1 stop). About 1 stops, no changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the North South Line from City Hall to Somerset (2 stops). About 2 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to City Hall (11 stops), then change to the North South Line from City Hall to Somerset (2 stops). About 13 stops with 1 change. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Somerset (14 stops). About 14 stops, no changes. |
| 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 Somerset (1 stop). About 4 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Somerset station
- EatAlley, Orchard Gateway, library@Orchard and Orchard Central are all within roughly a minute's walk, so plan those visits together to save time.
- Battlebox Visitor Centre is approximately 920 metres away and is better reached by a short bus or taxi ride rather than on foot, especially in warm weather.
- The Orchard Road area gets very crowded on weekends and public holidays, so allow extra time when travelling to or from the station during peak periods.
- Somerset is a non-interchange station on the North South Line, so if you need to transfer to another line, travel one stop north to Orchard station or one stop south to Dhoby Ghaut station.
All stations on the North South Line
In order along the line, with Somerset 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 (you are here) | – |
| NS24 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE |
| NS25 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| NS26 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| NS28 | Marina South Pier | – |
Read the full North South Line guide.
Somerset station: common questions
Which line is Somerset MRT station on?
Somerset is on the North South Line. Its station code is NS23.
Is Somerset an interchange station?
No. Somerset is served by the North South Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Somerset?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Somerset a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. North South Line first train 5:26 AM, last train 11:45 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Somerset MRT station?
Somerset station is surrounded by several shopping malls, including Orchard Central, 313@Somerset and Orchard Gateway, all within roughly 120 metres. Other nearby attractions include library@Orchard, EatAlley, Emerald Hill, the Istana Heritage Gallery and Battlebox Visitor Centre.
Which mall or food centre is closest to Somerset MRT station?
EatAlley is the closest food option at approximately 30 metres, making it roughly a one-minute walk. Among the malls, Orchard Gateway is the nearest at approximately 50 metres away.
How far is Battlebox Visitor Centre from Somerset MRT station?
Battlebox Visitor Centre is approximately 920 metres from Somerset station, which is around a 15-minute walk. You may prefer to take a short bus or taxi ride to cover that distance more comfortably.
How do I get to Somerset from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to City Hall (11 stops), then change to the North South Line from City Hall to Somerset (2 stops). About 13 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.
News and guides mentioning Somerset
- Metro Singapore to Close Two Department Stores in 2026 23 Jul 2026
- How to Travel from Changi Airport to the City Center via MRT (2026 Guide) 26 Apr 2026
- Top 10 Must-Visit Attractions in Singapore and Their Nearest MRT Stations 25 Apr 2026
- MRT Walking Map (2017) 11 Aug 2023
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the North South 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.