Tampines MRT Station
Tampines MRT station is an interchange station serving both the East West Line (station code EW2) and the Downtown Line (station code DT32). It sits at the heart of Tampines, one of Singapore's largest residential towns in the east of the island. The area around the station is a well-established mix of housing estates, shopping centres, and commercial developments, making it one of the busier stations in the eastern part of the network.
Tampines on the East West Line map
Tampines MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | EW2DT32 |
|---|---|
| Lines | East West Line Downtown Line |
| Line colour | Green line (East West Line) Blue line (Downtown Line) |
| Interchange | Yes, change between 2 lines here |
| Chinese name | 淡滨尼 |
| Tamil name | தெம்பினிஸ் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | East West Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM Downtown Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:30 AM, last train 11:40 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Tampines 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 East West Line and the Downtown Line directly at this station without leaving the paid zone. On the East West Line, the neighbouring stations are Simei towards the city and Pasir Ris to the east. On the Downtown Line, Tampines West and Tampines East are the adjacent stops, allowing travellers to move between different parts of Tampines town without needing to take a bus. The two lines together give good access to destinations across a wide stretch of Singapore.
The station is within walking distance of Tampines Mall, Century Square, and Tampines 1, three large shopping centres that sit close together in the town centre. Tampines Regional Library is also nearby. The surrounding streets are straightforward to navigate on foot, with a mix of retail shops, food centres, and town amenities that serve the large residential population living and working in the area.
Around Tampines MRT station
Tampines MRT station sits at the heart of one of Singapore's largest new towns, surrounded by a dense mix of retail, dining and residential activity. The area is well served by shopping malls including Tampines 1 and Century Square, alongside numerous food centres catering to the local community. Public transport connections are strong, with Tampines Interchange located just beside the station.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampines Interchange | Bus interchange | About 60 m (~1 min walk) | Catch buses across Singapore from this major regional bus interchange. |
| Tampines 1 | Shopping mall | About 100 m (~2 min walk) | Browse a wide range of shops, eateries and entertainment options at this mall. |
| Hawkers' Street | Food centre | About 120 m (~2 min walk) | Try a variety of local street food dishes at this hawker-style food centre. |
| Malaysia Boleh | Food centre | About 130 m (~2 min walk) | Sample Malaysian-style dishes and local favourites at this food centre. |
| NTWU Canteen | Food centre | About 140 m (~2 min walk) | Grab an affordable meal at this canteen-style food centre. |
| Tampines Mall | Shopping mall | About 200 m (~3 min walk) | Shop, dine and run errands at this long-established neighbourhood mall. |
| Century Square | Shopping mall | About 210 m (~3 min walk) | Visit for shopping, dining and leisure in the heart of Tampines. |
| Our Tampines Gallery | Museum | About 390 m (~6 min walk) | Learn about the history and community life of the Tampines neighbourhood at this gallery. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Tampines 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 Tampines (4 stops). About 4 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 Tampines (11 stops). About 14 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Tampines (11 stops). About 11 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Tampines (22 stops). About 22 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Bishan (8 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Bishan to MacPherson (5 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from MacPherson to Tampines (6 stops). About 19 stops with 2 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Chinatown (2 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Chinatown to Tampines (13 stops). About 15 stops with 1 change. |
Fares from Tampines MRT station
A trip from Tampines to Changi Airport (about 10 km) costs S$1.90 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Tampines 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 10 km, 4 stops | S$1.90 | S$1.40 | S$2.03 |
| Orchard | about 20 km, 14 stops | S$2.27 | S$1.77 | S$2.40 |
| City Hall | about 17 km, 11 stops | S$2.15 | S$1.65 | S$2.28 |
| Raffles Place | about 18 km, 12 stops | S$2.20 | S$1.70 | S$2.33 |
| Jurong East | about 34 km, 22 stops | S$2.50 | S$2.00 | S$2.63 |
| Woodlands | about 32 km, 19 stops | S$2.48 | S$1.98 | S$2.61 |
| HarbourFront | about 23 km, 15 stops | S$2.36 | S$1.86 | S$2.49 |
| Marina Bay | about 19 km, 13 stops | S$2.24 | S$1.74 | S$2.37 |
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 Tampines MRT station
- Tampines Interchange is only a short walk from the station, making onward bus connections straightforward for destinations beyond walking distance.
- The three shopping malls nearest the station are all within roughly a 3-minute walk, so it is easy to visit more than one in a single trip.
- This station serves both the East West Line and the Downtown Line, so check which line your journey requires before passing through the fare gates.
- The area can get very busy during weekend afternoons and public holidays, so allow extra time when travelling to or from the station at peak periods.
All stations on the East West Line
In order along the line, with Tampines marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| EW1 | Pasir Ris | None |
| EW2 | Tampines (you are here) | 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 | 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.
All stations on the Downtown Line
In order along the line, with Tampines marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| DT1 | Bukit Panjang | DT / BP |
| DT2 | Cashew | None |
| DT3 | Hillview | None |
| DT4 | Hume | None |
| DT5 | Beauty World | None |
| DT6 | King Albert Park | None |
| DT7 | Sixth Avenue | None |
| DT8 | Tan Kah Kee | None |
| DT9 | Botanic Gardens | DT / CC |
| DT10 | Stevens | DT / TE |
| DT11 | Newton | NS / DT |
| DT12 | Little India | DT / NE |
| DT13 | Rochor | None |
| DT14 | Bugis | DT / EW |
| DT15 | Promenade | CC / DT |
| DT16 | Bayfront | CE / DT |
| DT17 | Downtown | None |
| DT18 | Telok Ayer | None |
| DT19 | Chinatown | DT / NE |
| DT20 | Fort Canning | None |
| DT21 | Bencoolen | None |
| DT22 | Jalan Besar | None |
| DT23 | Bendemeer | None |
| DT24 | Geylang Bahru | None |
| DT25 | Mattar | None |
| DT26 | MacPherson | CC / DT |
| DT27 | Ubi | None |
| DT28 | Kaki Bukit | None |
| DT29 | Bedok North | None |
| DT30 | Bedok Reservoir | None |
| DT31 | Tampines West | None |
| DT32 | Tampines (you are here) | EW / DT |
| DT33 | Tampines East | None |
| DT34 | Upper Changi | None |
| DT35 | Expo | DT / CG |
Read the full Downtown Line guide.
Tampines MRT station: common questions
Which line is Tampines MRT station on?
Tampines is on the East West Line and the Downtown Line. Its station codes are EW2 and DT32.
Is Tampines an interchange station?
Yes. You can change between the East West Line and the Downtown Line inside the station without leaving the paid area.
What time is the first and last train at Tampines?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Tampines a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Downtown Line first train 5:30 AM, last train 11:40 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Tampines MRT station?
Tampines MRT station is surrounded by several shopping malls, food centres and a bus interchange. Nearby options include Tampines 1, Tampines Mall, Century Square, Hawkers' Street, Malaysia Boleh and Our Tampines Gallery, all within approximately 400 metres.
Which mall or food centre is closest to Tampines MRT station?
Tampines 1 is the closest shopping mall, at approximately 100 metres from the station, while Hawkers' Street is the nearest food centre at approximately 120 metres, both roughly a 2-minute walk.
How far is Our Tampines Gallery from Tampines MRT station?
Our Tampines Gallery is approximately 390 metres from the station, which is roughly a 6-minute walk.
How do I get to Tampines from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Tampines (4 stops). About 4 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.
News and guides mentioning Tampines
- Yishun Bus Stop Art: 8 Noticeboards Turned Into Galleries 1 Oct 2026
- Playing Loud Music on the Bus? It’ll Cost You Hundreds 24 Sep 2026
- Upper Changi Homes Near MRT: URA Reviews Density Limits 23 Sep 2026
- MRT Reliability Hits Record High in August 2026 12 Sep 2026
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the East West Line and the Downtown 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.