Aljunied, Kallang and Mountbatten are three MRT stations that can help you orient yourself in Singapore. Use their names to find your starting point on the Singapore metro map, then check the Land Transport Authority’s information for train hours and payment options.
- Nearby stations: Aljunied, Kallang and Mountbatten.
- Train hours: Daily from 5:30am to around midnight.
- Fare payment: Contactless bank cards, mobile wallets and NETS Tap contactless bank cards are accepted for adult fares.
The MRT stations closest to Aljunied, Kallang and Mountbatten
Aljunied, Kallang and Mountbatten are useful station names to locate near Bright Star; from the hotel, they are about 9, 12 and 14 minutes on foot, respectively.
Use the station closest to your starting point as a reference when you open the Singapore metro map. If you’re planning journeys around the neighbourhood, this guide to getting around Singapore from Aljunied offers a related local orientation.
The stations also help you identify the area on a wider Singapore transit map before choosing a route. For a specific destination, enter its name in the map or journey-planning tool you use rather than assuming which station or line is best.
Reading the Singapore MRT network map
A Singapore MRT network map is most useful when you treat station names as your anchors and follow the route shown for your destination. Start with Aljunied, Kallang or Mountbatten, then trace the connections shown on the map instead of guessing a route from the neighbourhood alone.
Check the map again when planning a journey involving a change of line: the transfer point and route depend on your destination. The Singapore Land Transport Authority says trains run daily from 5:30am to around midnight, with hours usually extended during festive periods.
Train operating hours can change, so check the official site before you go. The Land Transport Authority advises passengers to check operator information for service changes.
Changing lines for central Singapore
For a journey to central Singapore, use the network map to identify the route and any line changes from your chosen station. The map, rather than the station names alone, will show where to transfer for the destination you have in mind.
Check that route before setting out and follow station wayfinding for the transfer. If Singapore Indoor Stadium is your destination, this guide to getting to Singapore Indoor Stadium from Bright Star Hotel covers that specific trip.
Fares, cards and contactless payment
You can pay adult fares on Singapore trains and buses with a contactless American Express, Mastercard or Visa bank card, a mobile wallet, or a NETS Tap contactless bank card. Single-trip tickets were phased out in March 2022.
Choose a payment method you can use for the journey and follow the station’s fare-gate instructions. If you’re comparing Singapore transit pass options, distinguish them from the contactless payment methods above; the Land Transport Authority’s guidance specifically identifies those methods for adult fares.
Checking service changes before travel
Check operator service information before travelling, especially if your journey depends on a particular train time or transfer. The Land Transport Authority says train hours are usually extended during festive periods and advises passengers to check operator information for changes.
For a room at this two-star Singapore hotel, you can compare the available room details while planning your stay and local MRT journeys.
FAQs
Which MRT stations are nearby?
Aljunied, Kallang and Mountbatten are the three nearby stations covered here.
What time do Singapore MRT trains run?
The Land Transport Authority says trains operate daily from 5:30am to around midnight. Hours are usually extended during festive periods, so check operator information for changes.
Can you use a contactless bank card on Singapore trains?
Yes. Adult-fare passengers can use contactless American Express, Mastercard or Visa bank cards, mobile wallets, or NETS Tap contactless bank cards.