What is the cheapest way to get from Balestier to Tampines MRT?

The cheapest way to get from Balestier to Tampines MRT is to subway which costs $1 - $3 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balestier to Tampines MRT?

The fastest way to get from Balestier to Tampines MRT is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $9 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Balestier and Tampines MRT?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Opp Toa Payoh Stn and arriving at Tampines Stn/Int. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Balestier and Tampines MRT?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newton and arriving at Tampines. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Balestier to Tampines MRT?

The distance between Balestier and Tampines MRT is 23 km. The road distance is 15.1 km.

How do I travel from Balestier to Tampines MRT without a car?

The best way to get from Balestier to Tampines MRT without a car is to subway which takes 40 min and costs $1 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Balestier to Tampines MRT?

The subway from Newton to Tampines takes 40 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Balestier to Tampines MRT bus from?

Balestier to Tampines MRT bus services, operated by SBS Transit, depart from Opp Toa Payoh Stn station.

Where do I catch the Balestier to Tampines MRT train from?

Balestier to Tampines MRT train services, operated by SMRT, depart from Newton station.

Where does the Balestier to Tampines MRT bus arrive?

Balestier to Tampines MRT bus services, operated by SBS Transit, arrive at Tampines Stn/Int station.

Where does the Balestier to Tampines MRT train arrive?

Balestier to Tampines MRT train services, operated by SMRT, arrive at Tampines station.

Can I drive from Balestier to Tampines MRT?

Yes, the driving distance between Balestier to Tampines MRT is 15 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Balestier to Tampines MRT.

Where can I stay near Tampines MRT?

There are 857+ hotels available in Tampines MRT.

Balestier to Tampines MRT - 5 ways to travel via subway, line 129 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Balestier to Tampines MRT by subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Newton to TampinesDt
40 min
$1–3
Line 129 bus
1. Take the bus from Opp Toa Payoh Stn to Tampines Stn/Int129
57 min
$1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balestier to Tampines MRT15.1 km
14 min
$9–12
Drive 15.1 km
1. Drive from Balestier to Tampines MRT15.1 km
14 min
$4–6
Line 145 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Bef Balestier Plaza to Bugis Stn Exit B130 / ...
2. Take the subway from Bugis to TampinesEw
46 min
$2–5

Balestier to Tampines MRT by subway

1785Weekly Subways

40 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 23.3 km
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Balestier, Singapore and Tampines MRT, Singapore?

SMRT operates a subway from Newton to Tampines every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $1–3 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, SBS Transit operates a bus from Opp Toa Payoh Stn to Tampines Stn/Int every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $1–3 and the journey takes 57 min.

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