The East West Line (EWL) is one of Singapore’s oldest and most vital MRT lines. Marked in green on the Singapore MRT map, it stretches from Tuas Link in the far west to Pasir Ris in the east, forming the backbone of east–west travel in the city-state. You can also explore Downtown Line.
Line Code: EW
Operators: SMRT Corporation Ltd
Opened: 1987
Total Stations: 35
Total Length: ~57.2 km
Travel time (end-to-end): Approx. 1 hour 10 mins
The EWL connects major residential and business districts, with key interchange points for transferring to other lines:
Jurong East (EW24/NS1) – connects to North South Line
Buona Vista (EW21/CC22) – connects to Circle Line
City Hall (EW13/NS25) – major downtown interchange
Paya Lebar (EW8/CC9) – connects to Circle Line
Outram Park (EW16/NE3/TE17) – triple interchange
Tampines (EW2/DT32) – connects to Downtown Line
Bugis (EW12/DT14): Shopping + food haven
Raffles Place (EW14/NS26): Financial district, iconic skyline views
Changi Airport Extension (CG1): Travel hub with Jewel Changi
Tiong Bahru (EW17): Heritage estate with chic cafes
Joo Koon & Tuas Link: Industrial belt with hidden gems like Raffles Marina Lighthouse
Longest operational line until DTL surpassed it
Features above-ground and underground segments
First MRT line to reach Singapore’s airport (via Changi Branch)
Fully air-conditioned with platform screen doors at all stations
Planning to visit Changi Airport? Hop on the Changi Airport Branch Line (EW29 – CG2)
Avoid peak hours (7:30–9:00am) when traveling through Raffles Place or City Hall
For food lovers: Explore Tiong Bahru Market and Bedok Hawker Centre
At Tuas Link, enjoy the western coastal view and Raffles Marina
