Tongkang LRT Station
Tongkang LRT station is a stop on the west loop of the Sengkang LRT in Sengkang, Singapore, and carries the station code SW7. Like every station on this line, it is elevated, sitting on the concrete viaduct that carries the driverless trains around the loop above the streets of the estate.
Tongkang on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop) map
Tongkang LRT station at a glance
| Station codes | SW7 |
|---|---|
| Lines | Sengkang LRT (West Loop) |
| Line colour | Grey line (Sengkang LRT (West Loop)) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 同港 |
| Tamil name | தொங்காங் |
| Next stations |
See Tongkang on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
The people who use the station most are residents of the surrounding Sengkang housing estate. For them, the LRT is a short link to Sengkang station, the interchange where the east and west loops meet and where passengers can change to the North East Line of the MRT for journeys into the city and beyond. Students, shoppers and people heading to nearby food centres and community facilities also use it for quick trips within the town.
History of Tongkang LRT station
The station opened on 29 January 2005 together with most of the west loop, two years after the east loop began running, when most of Sengkang’s residents still lived on the eastern side of the town. In its early years, west loop trains ran in only one direction at a time to match the main flow of passengers: anti-clockwise from early morning until mid-afternoon, then clockwise until close of service. Trains in both directions throughout the day only arrived on 1 January 2013, and two-car trains joined the line in December 2015 as ridership grew.
Inside Tongkang LRT station
Trains calling here are fully automated, with no driver on board, and run on rubber tyres along the guideway. A new fleet of two-car trains started entering service on 15 July 2025 and is gradually replacing many of the older cars, so passengers may see both old and new trains at the platform for some time.
For daily life, Tongkang LRT station is a convenient starting point. Life Community, a community club, is about a four-minute walk away, and two places for a meal are close by: Kwek Seng Huat Eating House at around seven minutes on foot and Anchorvale 303 Foodcourt at around nine. For shopping, Buangkok Square Mall is roughly a twelve-minute walk, while Compass One is a little further at about seventeen minutes. Visitors to Sengkang General & Community Hospital can also walk there in about sixteen minutes, which makes the station a practical option for patients and families who live along the west loop.
Around Tongkang LRT station
Tongkang LRT station sits within a largely residential neighbourhood in the Sengkang new town area, surrounded by public housing estates and everyday amenities. The area caters well to local residents, with community facilities such as Life Community and food options like Kwek Seng Huat Eating House within a short walk. Larger retail and healthcare facilities, including Buangkok Square Mall and Sengkang General and Community Hospital, are reachable within the broader Sengkang and Buangkok district.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Community | Community club | About 270 m (~4 min walk) | Visit for community programmes, activities, and social services for residents. |
| Kwek Seng Huat Eating House | Food centre | About 410 m (~7 min walk) | A local eating house offering cooked food and everyday dining options. |
| Anchorvale 303 Foodcourt | Food centre | About 560 m (~9 min walk) | A foodcourt within a residential block suitable for a casual meal. |
| Buangkok Square Mall | Shopping mall | About 740 m (~12 min walk) | A neighbourhood mall with retail shops and dining options. |
| Masjid Al-Mawaddah | Place of worship | About 820 m (~13 min walk) | A mosque serving the local Muslim community for worship and religious activities. |
| Buangkok Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 970 m (~16 min walk) | A bus interchange for connecting to various bus routes across Singapore. |
| Sengkang General & Community Hospital | Hospital | About 990 m (~16 min walk) | A public hospital and community hospital providing general and specialist medical care. |
| Compass One | Shopping mall | About 1060 m (~17 min walk) | A larger shopping mall with a wider range of retail, dining, and services. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Tongkang by LRT
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), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Tongkang (2 stops). About 16 stops with 3 changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to Dhoby Ghaut (2 stops), then change to the North East Line from Dhoby Ghaut to Sengkang (10 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Tongkang (2 stops). About 14 stops with 2 changes. |
| 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 Sengkang (10 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Tongkang (2 stops). About 13 stops with 2 changes. |
| 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), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Tongkang (2 stops). About 17 stops with 3 changes. |
| 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), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Tongkang (2 stops). About 16 stops with 3 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Sengkang (14 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Tongkang (2 stops). About 16 stops with 1 change. |
Fares from Tongkang LRT station
A trip from Tongkang to Changi Airport (about 25 km) costs S$2.42 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Tongkang 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 25 km, 16 stops | S$2.42 | S$1.92 | S$2.55 |
| Orchard | about 17 km, 14 stops | S$2.15 | S$1.65 | S$2.28 |
| City Hall | about 16 km, 13 stops | S$2.11 | S$1.61 | S$2.24 |
| Raffles Place | about 17 km, 14 stops | S$2.15 | S$1.65 | S$2.28 |
| Jurong East | about 27 km, 17 stops | S$2.43 | S$1.93 | S$2.56 |
| Woodlands | about 28 km, 16 stops | S$2.44 | S$1.94 | S$2.57 |
| HarbourFront | about 20 km, 16 stops | S$2.30 | S$1.80 | S$2.43 |
| Marina Bay | about 20 km, 18 stops | S$2.27 | S$1.77 | S$2.40 |
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 Tongkang LRT station
- Life Community and Kwek Seng Huat Eating House are close enough for a comfortable walk from the station, making them easy to reach on foot.
- Buangkok Square Mall, Masjid Al-Mawaddah, and Sengkang General and Community Hospital are further away, so consider taking the LRT to a nearer station or using a connecting bus to save time.
- Compass One is over a kilometre away and is more conveniently reached by continuing on the LRT to Sengkang station rather than walking.
- During peak hours the LRT can be busier than usual, so allow extra time if you are heading to an appointment at the hospital or making a bus connection at Buangkok Bus Interchange.
All stations on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop)
In order along the line, with Tongkang marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| SW1 | Cheng Lim | None |
| SW2 | Farmway | None |
| SW3 | Kupang | None |
| SW4 | Thanggam | None |
| SW5 | Fernvale | None |
| SW6 | Layar | None |
| SW7 | Tongkang (you are here) | None |
| SW8 | Renjong | None |
Read the full Sengkang LRT (West Loop) guide.
Tongkang LRT station: common questions
Which line is Tongkang LRT station on?
Tongkang is on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop). Its station code is SW7.
Is Tongkang an interchange station?
No. Tongkang is served by the Sengkang LRT (West Loop) only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What is near Tongkang LRT station?
Nearby places include Life Community at approximately 270 metres, Kwek Seng Huat Eating House at approximately 410 metres, and Anchorvale 303 Foodcourt at approximately 560 metres, along with Buangkok Square Mall and Sengkang General and Community Hospital a little further away.
Which food centre is closest to Tongkang LRT station?
Kwek Seng Huat Eating House is the closest food centre, at approximately 410 metres or roughly 7 minutes on foot, followed by Anchorvale 303 Foodcourt at approximately 560 metres.
How far is Sengkang General and Community Hospital from Tongkang station?
Sengkang General and Community Hospital is approximately 990 metres from Tongkang LRT station, which is roughly a 16-minute walk, though taking the LRT or a bus may be more practical.
How do I get to Tongkang from Changi Airport by LRT?
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), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Sengkang (4 stops), then change to the Sengkang LRT from Sengkang to Tongkang (2 stops). About 16 stops with 3 changes.
Sources: station codes, line colours and interchanges from the LTA rail system map; operating hours from SMRT and SBS Transit. Last reviewed October 2026.
News and guides mentioning Tongkang
- Sengkang West LRT Reopens Oct 4: What Riders Need to Know 5 Oct 2026
- シンガポールMRT路線図 2026（日本語ガイド） 4 Oct 2026
- Sengkang-Punggol LRT 11 Aug 2023
- Tamil 11 Aug 2023
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the Sengkang LRT (West Loop) 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.