From SIN to Clarke Quay
Clarke Quay, the riverside dining and nightlife strip, has its own station (NE5) on the North East Line. From Changi it's about S$2 and 45–55 minutes by MRT with two changes; a taxi or Grab is quicker at 20–30 minutes for around S$25–45.
Changi Airport to Clarke Quay at a glance
| Option | Cost (2026) | Time | Changes | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRT (via Outram Park → NE Line) | ≈ S$2 | 45–55 min | 2 | Cheapest, off-road |
| Public bus | ≈ S$2 | 60–75 min | 0–1 | Budget, seated ride |
| Taxi (metered) | S$25–45 | 20–30 min | None | Fastest, best late at night |
| Private transfer | Fixed quote | 20–30 min | None | Evening arrivals, fixed price |
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By MRT to Clarke Quay (NE5)
Take the Changi Airport line to Tanah Merah, change onto the East–West Line to Outram Park, then change onto the North East Line for one stop to Clarke Quay (NE5), right by the river. It's two changes but stays off the roads — useful when the riverside is busy.
Fort Canning (DT) is also close if you're coming via the Downtown Line. A single fare is about S$2 tapped with a contactless card.
Taxi, Grab and late nights
By road Clarke Quay is about 20–30 minutes from Changi for roughly S$25–45. Because it's a nightlife district, a taxi or a pre-booked transfer is often the easiest choice for a late arrival, when the MRT may have stopped for the night — check the last-train times before relying on rail.
Changi Airport to Clarke Quay — FAQ
- Which MRT station is Clarke Quay?
- Clarke Quay (NE5) on the North East Line, right by the river. From Changi you change at Tanah Merah then at Outram Park onto the NEL.
- Can I take the MRT to Clarke Quay late at night?
- Only if you catch the 23:18 departure from Changi — that is the last one that still connects towards the city. For a later landing a taxi, Grab or pre-booked transfer is the safer bet.
- How long by taxi from the airport?
- About 20–30 minutes for roughly S$25–45 by meter, before the Changi airport surcharge of S$6, or S$8 between 17:00 and 23:59.
Fares and times are indicative, checked July 2026 — always reconfirm with the operator before you travel.