Woodleigh MRT Station
Woodleigh MRT station is an underground stop on the North East Line, carrying the station code NE11. It sits beneath Upper Serangoon Road, close to where that road meets Upper Aljunied Road, in the Bidadari area of Singapore. Like every station on this line, it is run by SBS Transit.
Woodleigh on the North East Line map
Woodleigh MRT station at a glance
| Station codes | NE11 |
|---|---|
| Lines | North East Line |
| Line colour | Purple line (North East Line) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 兀里 |
| Tamil name | உட்லீ |
| Opened | 20 June 2011 (15 years ago) |
| Operator | SBS Transit |
| Station type | Underground |
| Platforms | 2 (1 island platform) |
| Address | 400 Upper Serangoon Road, Singapore 347695 |
| Daily ridership | About 11,844 passengers a day (2024) |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | North East Line: first train leaves the terminus at 5:39 AM, last train 11:55 PM Full first and last train guide |
Opening date, operator and ridership figures are LTA data as recorded on Wikipedia.
See Woodleigh on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
Most passengers here are local residents and people heading to nearby institutions. The station serves the growing Bidadari public housing estate, the Woodleigh Residences development and private homes such as Avon Park. Students, parents and staff of Stamford American International School use it daily, and visitors to Mount Vernon Columbarium and Mount Vernon Sanctuary also get off here. The three entrances connect to nearby taxi stands and bus stops, and the station is linked to Woodleigh Bus Interchange, which opened on 20 April 2025.
History of Woodleigh MRT station
Although it was built and fully fitted out with the rest of the North East Line by June 2003, the station stayed shut for eight years because there was too little development around it to justify opening. Pressure from nearby residents and a change in government policy on unused stations led to its opening on 20 June 2011, timed to coincide with the arrival of Stamford American International School. On that first day, a number of regular commuters who had not heard the news stepped off at the newly opened stop by mistake, and staff were sent to help them back on their way.
Inside Woodleigh MRT station
The platforms are wheelchair accessible, and tactile guidance tiles lead visually impaired passengers from each entrance down to the trains. The entrances have curved canopies and windows that give a view of the surrounding area. Woodleigh MRT station is also a designated Civil Defence shelter, built to hold at least 7,500 people in an emergency. On the concourse walls you can see Slow Motion by April Ng, an Art-in-Transit work made up of thirty zinc panels showing ordinary commuters going about their day.
For everyday errands, Woodleigh MRT station puts several useful places within a short walk. The Woodleigh Mall is about two minutes away on foot, with the Food Republic food centre a minute or so further, making it easy to pick up groceries or a meal on the way home. Bidadari Community Club is similarly close for residents joining classes or community activities, and Woodleigh Bus Interchange is just a few minutes’ walk away for onward bus journeys. Those with medical appointments can reach Bidadari Polyclinic & Nursing Home in roughly nine minutes on foot.
Around Woodleigh MRT station
Woodleigh station sits within the Bidadari estate, a modern residential development that has grown up around a mix of community and retail amenities. The Woodleigh Mall and Woodleigh Bus Interchange are immediately adjacent to the station, making this a convenient neighbourhood hub. Bidadari Community Club and Bidadari Polyclinic and Nursing Home also serve the growing residential population nearby.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodleigh Mall | Shopping mall | About 130 m (~2 min walk) | Visit for shopping, dining and everyday retail needs in a modern mall setting. |
| Bidadari Community Club | Community club | About 140 m (~2 min walk) | Visit for community programmes, events and recreational activities for local residents. |
| Food Republic | Food centre | About 160 m (~3 min walk) | Visit for a wide variety of affordable hawker-style food and beverage options. |
| Woodleigh Bus Interchange | Bus interchange | About 170 m (~3 min walk) | Visit to connect to bus services heading across various parts of Singapore. |
| Bidadari Polyclinic & Nursing Home | Hospital | About 550 m (~9 min walk) | Visit for polyclinic health services and nursing home care in the Bidadari area. |
| Foodfare | Food centre | About 570 m (~9 min walk) | Visit for affordable cooked food options in a casual foodcourt-style setting. |
| Archery Range Indoor | Attraction | About 830 m (~13 min walk) | Visit to try indoor archery in a dedicated range facility. |
| The Poiz Centre | Shopping mall | About 910 m (~15 min walk) | Visit for additional shopping, dining and service outlets in a neighbourhood mall. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Woodleigh 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 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 Woodleigh (1 stop). About 11 stops with 2 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 Woodleigh (5 stops). About 7 stops with 1 change. |
| 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 Woodleigh (5 stops). About 6 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 Serangoon (8 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Woodleigh (1 stop). About 12 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 Serangoon (2 stops), then change to the North East Line from Serangoon to Woodleigh (1 stop). About 11 stops with 2 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Woodleigh (9 stops). About 9 stops, no changes. |
Fares from Woodleigh MRT station
A trip from Woodleigh to Changi Airport (about 19 km) costs S$2.27 on an adult SimplyGo or EZ-Link card. Fares are charged by distance, so the table below shows the estimated adult card fare from Woodleigh 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 19 km, 11 stops | S$2.27 | S$1.77 | S$2.40 |
| Orchard | about 8 km, 7 stops | S$1.75 | S$1.25 | S$1.88 |
| City Hall | about 7 km, 6 stops | S$1.68 | S$1.18 | S$1.81 |
| Raffles Place | about 8 km, 7 stops | S$1.82 | S$1.32 | S$1.95 |
| Jurong East | about 21 km, 12 stops | S$2.30 | S$1.80 | S$2.43 |
| Woodlands | about 22 km, 11 stops | S$2.33 | S$1.83 | S$2.46 |
| HarbourFront | about 11 km, 9 stops | S$1.94 | S$1.44 | S$2.07 |
| Marina Bay | about 9 km, 8 stops | S$1.86 | S$1.36 | S$1.99 |
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 Woodleigh MRT station
- The Woodleigh Mall, Bidadari Community Club, Food Republic and Woodleigh Bus Interchange are all within a short walk of roughly two to three minutes, so these are the easiest destinations to reach on foot.
- Bidadari Polyclinic and Nursing Home and Foodfare are approximately nine minutes away on foot; allow a little extra time if the weather is poor or if you are travelling with young children or elderly companions.
- The Archery Range Indoor and The Poiz Centre are over ten minutes away on foot, so consider taking a bus from Woodleigh Bus Interchange to reach them more comfortably.
- During morning and evening peak hours, the North East Line can be busy at Woodleigh; try to travel slightly outside peak periods if your schedule allows, particularly when connecting onward by bus from the interchange.
All stations on the North East Line
In order along the line, with Woodleigh marked. Stations with their own guide are linked.
| Code | Station | Interchange |
|---|---|---|
| NE1 | HarbourFront | CC / NE |
| NE3 | Outram Park | TE / EW / NE |
| NE4 | Chinatown | DT / NE |
| NE5 | Clarke Quay | None |
| NE6 | Dhoby Ghaut | NS / NE / CC |
| NE7 | Little India | DT / NE |
| NE8 | Farrer Park | None |
| NE9 | Boon Keng | None |
| NE10 | Potong Pasir | None |
| NE11 | Woodleigh (you are here) | None |
| NE12 | Serangoon | CC / NE |
| NE13 | Kovan | None |
| NE14 | Hougang | None |
| NE15 | Buangkok | None |
| NE16 | Sengkang | NE / STC |
| NE17 | Punggol | NE / PTC |
| NE18 | Punggol Coast | None |
Read the full North East Line guide.
Woodleigh MRT station: common questions
Which line is Woodleigh MRT station on?
Woodleigh is on the North East Line. Its station code is NE11.
Is Woodleigh an interchange station?
No. Woodleigh is served by the North East Line only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Woodleigh?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Woodleigh a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. North East Line first train 5:39 AM, last train 11:55 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is near Woodleigh MRT station?
Several places are within easy reach, including The Woodleigh Mall, Bidadari Community Club, Food Republic and Woodleigh Bus Interchange, all approximately two to three minutes away on foot. Further afield, at roughly nine to fifteen minutes on foot, are Bidadari Polyclinic and Nursing Home, Foodfare, Archery Range Indoor and The Poiz Centre.
Which shopping mall or food centre is closest to Woodleigh station?
The Woodleigh Mall is the closest shopping mall, at approximately 130 metres or about two minutes on foot. Food Republic is the nearest food centre, at approximately 160 metres or about three minutes on foot.
How far is Bidadari Polyclinic from Woodleigh MRT station?
Bidadari Polyclinic and Nursing Home is approximately 550 metres from the station, which is roughly a nine-minute walk. Distances are approximate and actual walking time may vary.
How do I get to Woodleigh from Changi Airport by MRT?
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 Woodleigh (1 stop). About 11 stops with 2 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 Woodleigh
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- Man Collapses at Woodleigh MRT: Staff and Commuters Save His Life 10 Sep 2026
- Humanoid Robot Trial at Little India MRT Station 21 Aug 2026
- Mediacorp, Moove Media & SBS Transit Sign Content Deal 11 Jul 2026
Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the North East 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.
Exits and buses at Woodleigh station
Woodleigh has 3 mapped exits (A to C). The letters match the signs inside the station; the landmark beside each one is the closest mapped place to that entrance, so pick the exit that comes up nearest to where you are going.
- Exit A: closest to The Woodleigh Mall (about 77 m from the entrance)
- Exit B
- Exit C: closest to Woodleigh Bus Interchange (about 109 m from the entrance)
Bus stops within 250 m of Woodleigh station
| Bus stop | Stop code | Services | From station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodleigh Station Exit A | 61039 | 13, 100, 100A, 107, 107M, 133, 135, 147, 147A, 155, 506, 853, 853M | 64 m |
| Woodleigh Station Exit B | 61031 | 13, 100, 107, 107M, 133, 135, 147, 155, 506, 853, 853M, NR6 | 100 m |
| Woodleigh Interchange | 68009 | 104, 146, 148 | 123 m |
| Woodleigh Mall | 61139 | 146 | 201 m |
| Opposite Woodleigh Mall | 61131 | 146 | 228 m |
| Before Braddell Road | 61041 | 13, 100, 107, 107M, 133, 135, 147, 155, 506, 853, 853M, NR6 | 237 m |
Exits and bus services come from OpenStreetMap and can change when roads or routes are revised; check the board at the stop or the operator app before relying on a service late at night. For the nearest station to where you are now, use the MRT near me finder.
Places to visit from Woodleigh station
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