Tampines West MRT Station
Tampines West MRT station is a station on the Downtown Line, carrying the station code DT31. It serves the western part of Tampines, one of Singapore's largest and most established residential new towns in the east of the island. The station provides rail access for the many residents living in the surrounding public housing estates and the amenities that support them.
Tampines West on the Downtown Line map
Tampines West MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | DT31 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Downtown Line |
| Line colour | Blue line (Downtown Line) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 淡滨尼西 |
| Tamil name | தெம்பினிஸ் வெஸ்ட் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | Downtown Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:30 AM, last train 11:40 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Tampines West on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From Tampines West, the Downtown Line connects directly to Bedok Reservoir station (DT30) in one direction and Tampines station (DT32) in the other. Tampines station is an interchange where passengers can switch to the East West Line, making it straightforward to continue journeys towards the city centre or towards Pasir Ris without needing to travel far. There are no interchange facilities at Tampines West itself.
The station sits within a largely residential neighbourhood made up of HDB blocks, with shops, markets and eating houses typical of a mature Tampines estate within a short walking distance. If you are looking for larger retail or recreational options, Tampines town centre with its shopping malls is only one stop away. The immediate surroundings at Tampines West are quiet and primarily domestic in character.
Around Tampines West MRT station
Tampines West MRT station sits within a mature residential neighbourhood in the eastern part of Singapore, surrounded by housing estates and everyday amenities. Chang Cheng Mee Wah food centre is just moments from the station, while Pinery Mall serves the local community a short walk away. Further out, the area transitions towards an education and civic hub anchored by Temasek Polytechnic and Our Tampines Gallery.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chang Cheng Mee Wah | Food centre | About 90 m (~1 min walk) | Visit for a wide variety of local hawker food and drinks. |
| Pinery Mall | Shopping mall | About 220 m (~4 min walk) | Visit for everyday retail, groceries and neighbourhood services. |
| The Flavours | Food centre | About 490 m (~8 min walk) | Visit for a range of cooked food stalls and local dining options. |
| TP Stadium | Stadium | About 650 m (~11 min walk) | Visit for sports facilities and recreational activities. |
| Temasek Polytechnic | College | About 760 m (~12 min walk) | Visit for tertiary education, campus events and student services. |
| Our Tampines Gallery | Museum | About 790 m (~13 min walk) | Visit to learn about the history and heritage of Tampines. |
| Century Square | Shopping mall | About 950 m (~15 min walk) | Visit for a broader mix of retail shops, dining and entertainment. |
| Tampines Mall | Shopping mall | About 1030 m (~17 min walk) | Visit for major retail brands, dining options and a large shopping experience. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Tampines West 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), then change to the Downtown Line from Tampines to Tampines West (1 stop). About 5 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| 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), then change to the Downtown Line from Tampines to Tampines West (1 stop). About 15 stops with 2 changes. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Tampines (11 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Tampines to Tampines West (1 stop). About 12 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 MacPherson (11 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from MacPherson to Tampines West (5 stops). About 19 stops with 2 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 West (5 stops). About 18 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 West (12 stops). About 14 stops with 1 change. |
Fares from Tampines West MRT station
A trip from Tampines West to Changi Airport (about 9 km) costs S$1.86 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 West 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 9 km, 5 stops | S$1.86 | S$1.36 | S$1.99 |
| Orchard | about 21 km, 15 stops | S$2.30 | S$1.80 | S$2.43 |
| City Hall | about 18 km, 12 stops | S$2.20 | S$1.70 | S$2.33 |
| Raffles Place | about 19 km, 13 stops | S$2.24 | S$1.74 | S$2.37 |
| Jurong East | about 30 km, 19 stops | S$2.46 | S$1.96 | S$2.59 |
| Woodlands | about 31 km, 18 stops | S$2.47 | S$1.97 | S$2.60 |
| HarbourFront | about 19 km, 14 stops | S$2.24 | S$1.74 | S$2.37 |
| Marina Bay | about 18 km, 16 stops | S$2.20 | S$1.70 | S$2.33 |
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 West MRT station
- Chang Cheng Mee Wah and Pinery Mall are both an easy walk from the station, making them convenient for a quick meal or errand before or after your commute.
- Places such as Temasek Polytechnic, Our Tampines Gallery, Century Square and Tampines Mall are roughly a kilometre or more away, so consider taking a bus rather than walking, especially in hot weather.
- During morning and evening peak hours, trains on the Downtown Line can be busy at this station due to the surrounding residential population, so allow a little extra time for your journey.
- If you are heading to Century Square or Tampines Mall, note that Tampines MRT station on the East West Line and Thomson-East Coast Line may be a more direct option depending on where you are travelling from.
All stations on the Downtown Line
In order along the line, with Tampines West 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 (you are here) | None |
| DT32 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| DT33 | Tampines East | None |
| DT34 | Upper Changi | None |
| DT35 | Expo | DT / CG |
Read the full Downtown Line guide.
Tampines West MRT station: common questions
Which line is Tampines West MRT station on?
Tampines West is on the Downtown Line. Its station code is DT31.
Is Tampines West an interchange station?
No. Tampines West is served by the Downtown Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Tampines West?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Tampines West a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. Downtown Line first train 5:30 AM, last train 11:40 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Tampines West MRT station?
Nearby places include Chang Cheng Mee Wah food centre, Pinery Mall, The Flavours food centre, TP Stadium, Temasek Polytechnic, Our Tampines Gallery, Century Square and Tampines Mall, ranging from approximately 90 m to just over 1 km away.
Which food centre or mall is closest to Tampines West MRT station?
Chang Cheng Mee Wah is the closest food centre, approximately 90 m away and about a one-minute walk. Pinery Mall is the nearest shopping mall, at approximately 220 m or roughly a four-minute walk.
How far is Temasek Polytechnic from Tampines West MRT station?
Temasek Polytechnic is approximately 760 m from the station in a straight line, which is roughly a 12-minute walk.
How do I get to Tampines West from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Tampines (4 stops), then change to the Downtown Line from Tampines to Tampines West (1 stop). About 5 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.
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on 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.