Tuas Link MRT Station
Tuas Link station is the western terminus of the Mass Rapid Transit East West Line, carrying the station code EW33. Sitting at the far western edge of Singapore, the station serves the Tuas industrial and marine area, which is home to shipyards, petrochemical plants, and other heavy industries. It is a single-line station with no interchange connections, and its surroundings are defined largely by industrial activity rather than residential or commercial development.
Tuas Link on the East West Line map
Tuas Link station at a glance
| Station codes | EW33 |
|---|---|
| Lines | East West Line |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 大士连路 |
| Tamil name | துவாஸ் லிங்க் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | East West Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Tuas Link on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
As the terminal station on the East West Line, all trains at Tuas Link travel in one direction only, heading east towards the city. The immediate neighbouring station along the line is Tuas West Road (EW34, though actually EW32). Passengers travelling from Tuas Link can reach interchange stations further along the line, such as Jurong East, where connections to the North South Line are available, or City Hall and Raffles Place deeper into the city centre.
The area around Tuas Link station is predominantly industrial, with large logistics facilities, shipyard operations, and marine-related businesses in the vicinity. There are no well-known retail or leisure landmarks within easy walking distance. The station primarily serves workers commuting to and from the surrounding industrial estate, so the streetscape nearby consists mainly of warehouses, industrial lots, and port-related infrastructure rather than public amenities or visitor attractions.
Around Tuas Link station
Tuas Link station sits at the far western edge of Singapore, surrounded by industrial land and border infrastructure rather than residential or commercial development. The area is defined largely by its proximity to the Tuas Checkpoint, which handles cross-border traffic between Singapore and Malaysia. The Former Tuas TV World Site is one of the few points of interest in the vicinity, reflecting the area's sparse and utilitarian character.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Former Tuas TV World Site | Attraction | About 850 m (~14 min walk) | Visit to explore the site of a former broadcast and entertainment attraction. |
| Tuas Checkpoint (Departure Boarding) | Bus interchange | About 870 m (~14 min walk) | Use for departing cross-border bus services towards Malaysia. |
| Tuas Checkpoint (Arrival Boarding) | Bus interchange | About 920 m (~15 min walk) | Use for arriving cross-border bus services from Malaysia. |
| Tuas Checkpoint (Arrival Alighting) | Bus interchange | About 1010 m (~16 min walk) | The alighting point for passengers completing cross-border journeys from Malaysia. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Tuas Link 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 Tuas Link (31 stops). About 31 stops, no changes. |
|---|---|
| From Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line from Orchard to Outram Park (3 stops), then change to the East West Line from Outram Park to Tuas Link (17 stops). About 20 stops with 1 change. |
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Tuas Link (20 stops). About 20 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Tuas Link (9 stops). About 9 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Jurong East (7 stops), then change to the East West Line from Jurong East to Tuas Link (9 stops). About 16 stops with 1 change. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the Circle Line from HarbourFront to Buona Vista (7 stops), then change to the East West Line from Buona Vista to Tuas Link (12 stops). About 19 stops with 1 change. |
Tips for using Tuas Link station
- All verified places near this station involve walks of roughly 14 to 16 minutes, so allow sufficient time on foot, particularly in warm weather.
- If you are travelling to or from Tuas Checkpoint, the station provides a useful rail connection, though the checkpoint facilities are not immediately adjacent.
- During peak cross-border travel periods, expect heavier foot traffic and longer processing times at the checkpoint, so factor this into your journey planning.
- This station is the western terminus of the East West Line, so all trains departing from here head eastward; check your onward destination before boarding.
All stations on the East West Line
In order along the line, with Tuas Link marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| EW1 | Pasir Ris | – |
| EW2 | Tampines | EW / DT |
| EW3 | Simei | – |
| EW4 | Tanah Merah | – |
| EW5 | Bedok | – |
| EW6 | Kembangan | – |
| EW7 | Eunos | – |
| EW8 | Paya Lebar | CC / EW |
| EW9 | Aljunied | – |
| EW10 | Kallang | – |
| EW11 | Lavender | – |
| EW12 | Bugis | DT / EW |
| EW13 | City Hall | EW / NS |
| EW14 | Raffles Place | NS / EW |
| EW15 | Tanjong Pagar | – |
| EW16 | Outram Park | TE / EW |
| EW17 | Tiong Bahru | – |
| EW18 | Redhill | – |
| EW19 | Queenstown | – |
| EW20 | Commonwealth | – |
| EW21 | Buona Vista | EW / CC |
| EW22 | Dover | – |
| EW23 | Clementi | – |
| EW24 | Jurong East | EW / NS |
| EW25 | Chinese Garden | – |
| EW26 | Lakeside | – |
| EW27 | Boon Lay | – |
| EW28 | Pioneer | – |
| EW29 | Joo Koon | – |
| EW30 | Gul Circle | – |
| EW31 | Tuas Crescent | – |
| EW32 | Tuas West Road | – |
| EW33 | Tuas Link (you are here) | – |
Read the full East West Line guide.
Tuas Link station: common questions
Which line is Tuas Link MRT station on?
Tuas Link is on the East West Line. Its station code is EW33.
Is Tuas Link an interchange station?
No. Tuas Link is served by the East West Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Tuas Link?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Tuas Link a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. East West Line first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Tuas Link MRT station?
The closest places are Tuas Checkpoint, which handles cross-border bus departures and arrivals, and the Former Tuas TV World Site, all within approximately 850 to 1,010 metres of the station. The surrounding area is predominantly industrial and border-related in character.
How far is Tuas Checkpoint from Tuas Link MRT station?
The Tuas Checkpoint departure boarding area is approximately 870 metres away, roughly a 14-minute walk, while the arrival boarding and alighting areas are approximately 920 to 1,010 metres away.
Is there a mall or food centre near Tuas Link station?
There are no malls or food centres in the verified places near Tuas Link station. The area is industrial and border-oriented, with no shopping or dining facilities confirmed close by.
How do I get to Tuas Link from Changi Airport by MRT?
Take the East West Line from Changi Airport to Tuas Link (31 stops). About 31 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.
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the East West 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.