Tampines MRT to Raffles Place MRT & City Hall MRT During EWL Closure (Nov 29 - Dec 8)
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Need to get from Tampines to Raffles Place, City Hall, or the CBD during the EWL closure from November 29 to December 8, 2025?
⚠️ No Direct EWL Trains from Tampines to City
Train services between Tampines and Bedok are suspended. Use alternatives below.
Option 1: Downtown Line (Recommended)
- From Tampines (DT32), take DTL towards Bukit Panjang
- Alight at Promenade (DT15) - transfer to Circle Line
- Take CCL to Raffles Place or City Hall (via Dhoby Ghaut)
Or:
- DTL to Bugis (DT14)
- Transfer to EWL for City Hall/Raffles Place
✅ More trains deployed on DTL during peak hours
Option 2: Shuttle Bus + EWL
- From Tampines, take Shuttle 7 to Bedok
- At Bedok, take EWL train to City Hall/Raffles Place
Shuttle 7 Frequency: Every 3-5 minutes
⚠️ This route takes longer due to shuttle bus transfer
🚇 Journey Time Comparison
| Route | Estimated Time |
|---|---|
| DTL via Bugis | ~35-40 mins |
| Shuttle 7 + EWL | ~50-60 mins |
📍 DTL Stations Near CBD
- Bugis (DT14) - Transfer to EWL for City Hall
- Promenade (DT15) - Transfer to CCL
- Bayfront (DT16) - Marina Bay Sands area
- Downtown (DT17) - Marina Bay Financial Centre
- Telok Ayer (DT18) - Raffles Place area
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