Anyone who’s tried to navigate Singapore’s MRT system without a map knows the feeling of spinning in circles at a multi-line interchange. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a daily commuter, having the right map—and knowing how to read it—makes all the difference. This guide walks through everything from downloading the official PDF to understanding what the network will look like in 2030.

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Total MRT track length: 246.6 km (153.2 mi) ·
Number of MRT stations: 130+ (2025) ·
Number of MRT lines: 6 (including LRT loops) ·
First MRT line opened: 1987 ·
Latest map update: February 2025 (LTA) ·
Planned network completion: 2030 (Thomson-East Coast Line full)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact month of the 2026 map update has not been announced (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Final alignment of the Cross Island Line beyond Phase 1 remains under study (SG News Desk (transport news analyst))
  • Whether LTA will release a separate 2026 map or update the existing file is not confirmed (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
3Timeline signal
  • February 2025: Latest LTA map update with Hume station opening (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • 2026: Thomson-East Coast Line Stage 5 completion (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • 2030: Full TEL operational; Cross Island Line Phase 1 opening (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
4What’s next
  • Expect a new LTA map update in 2026 when TEL Stage 5 opens (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • LTA publishes a ‘Future Rail Network’ map showing the 2030 vision, available now (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Third-party sites already show preview versions of the 2026 network based on LTA announcements (SGTrains (independent transit mapping site))

Here is a data snapshot that captures the current system’s scale.

Key facts about the MRT network map — six data points that define the current system.
Label Value
Current official map version LTA Rail Network Map (February 2025) (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
Number of MRT lines (operating) 6 (NSL, EWL, NEL, CCL, DTL, TEL) (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
Number of LRT lines 3 (Bukit Panjang, Sengkang, Punggol) (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
Total MRT stations Approximately 134 (2025) (SGTrains (independent transit mapping site))
Average daily ridership 3.5 million (2024) (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates))
Next major map update 2026 with TEL Stage 5 opening (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))

How to download the Singapore MRT map PDF?

Six official sources, one clear winner: the LTA website gives you the most current, authoritative version in four languages. Here’s how to get it.

Official LTA PDF download link

  • The Land Transport Authority (LTA) provides the official rail network map as a free PDF download on its website (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Maps are available in English, Chinese, Malay, and Tamil (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • The latest version (February 2025) includes all operating lines plus planned future extensions shown as dashed lines (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))

Alternative sources for the MRT map PDF

Step-by-step guide to download and save the map

  1. Visit the LTA rail network page at lta.gov.sg (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  2. Scroll to the ‘System Maps’ section and select your preferred language (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  3. Click the PDF link to open or right-click to ‘Save link as’ for offline access (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  4. For mobile use, save the PDF to your phone’s files or bookmark the LTA page (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
The upshot

For daily commuters, the LTA PDF on your phone beats any third-party app because it updates the moment the network changes. Tourists get the same benefit: one file, current data, no ads.

Bottom line: The implication: Relying on a third-party site that hasn’t refreshed since last year means you might miss a new station or a closed segment. Always check the version date before you download.

What is the new MRT map in Singapore?

Three major updates have reshaped the map since 2023: TEL Stage 4 opened, Hume station appeared, and the overall design got cleaner legend icons.

Recent changes to the MRT network

  • The latest LTA map (February 2025) includes the full Thomson-East Coast Line up to Sungei Bedok (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Hume station on the Downtown Line opened in 2025, adding a new interchange point (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Circle Line Stage 6 (CCL6) stations like Keppel and Cantonment appear as future markers on the 2025 map (SG News Desk (transport news analyst))

New stations and lines added in 2024-2025

  • TEL Stage 4 added stations: Marine Terrace, Marine Parade, Tanjong Katong, Sungei Bedok (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Hume station (DT5) opened on the Downtown Line in early 2025 (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • No new LRT stations were added in this period (SGTrains (independent transit mapping site))

How the new map differs from previous versions

  • Updated interchange icons use clearer symbols for cross-platform versus concourse-level transfers (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Line colors remain consistent (Red for NSL, Green for EWL, Purple for NEL, etc.), but the TEL is now a solid brown line rather than dashed (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Future extensions are now shown as lighter shaded dashes rather than thick dotted lines, reducing visual clutter (SGTrains (independent transit mapping site))
Why this matters

The cleaner map design means a new rider can spot their interchange in under five seconds instead of puzzling over overlapping lines. That’s a small win for usability that compounds across 3.5 million daily trips.

Bottom line: The pattern: Each map revision makes interchanges more intuitive. The 2025 version is the most rider-friendly yet, but the 2026 update will test whether LTA maintains this clarity as the network grows.

What is the MRT map for Singapore in 2025?

Six lines, 134 stations, 246.6 kilometers of track — the 2025 map is the most complete snapshot of the system since the MRT launched in 1987.

Overview of the 2025 MRT network

  • All six MRT lines (North-South, East-West, North-East, Circle, Downtown, Thomson-East Coast) are fully operational (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Three LRT loops (Bukit Panjang, Sengkang, Punggol) feed into the MRT network (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • The network covers most residential areas, with gaps being filled by planned extensions (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates))

Key lines and stations on the 2025 map

  • North-South Line (red): Jurong East to Marina South Pier — the oldest and busiest line (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Thomson-East Coast Line (brown): Woodlands North to Sungei Bedok — newest line, still extending eastward (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Downtown Line (dark blue): Bukit Panjang to Expo — serves the central business district and eastern suburbs (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))

Three key differences between the 2024 and 2025 maps, one pattern: the system is adding more eastern coverage.

What changed between the 2024 and 2025 MRT maps.
Feature 2024 Map 2025 Map
Thomson-East Coast Line extent Stadium to Sungei Bedok (TEL Stage 4 added mid-2024) Same extent, but Hume station now shown
Hume station Not shown (opened 2025) Shown on Downtown Line
Future CCL6 stations Shown as planned markers Same, with updated alignment
Map version date Earlier 2024 version 28 February 2025 (SG News Desk (transport news analyst))
Legend clarity Standard icons Improved interchange symbols (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
Bottom line: The catch: The 2025 map is already the most current, but if you’re planning a trip for late 2026, the map you need doesn’t exist yet in final form. Always check the LTA page before traveling.

What is the Singapore MRT map 2026?

One big opening defines 2026: TEL Stage 5. That means new stations at Founders’ Memorial and Tanjong Rhu, and a fully continuous Thomson-East Coast Line.

Planned changes for 2026

  • TEL Stage 5 will complete the remaining segment between Sungei Bedok and Sungei Bedok (the line becomes a continuous loop? No — TEL Stage 5 adds Founders’ Memorial and Tanjong Rhu stations, extending the line further into the Marina East area) (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Founders’ Memorial station will serve the new Founders’ Memorial development (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Tanjong Rhu station will provide access to the Marina Reservoir area and nearby condominiums (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))

Stations and lines expected to open in 2026

  • Founders’ Memorial (TEL) — expected opening in 2026 (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Tanjong Rhu (TEL) — expected opening in 2026 (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • No other lines or stations are confirmed for 2026 opening at this time (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))

How to access the 2026 map preview

  • LTA’s ‘Future Rail Network’ map, available on the LTA website, shows the planned 2026 alignment as dashed lines (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Third-party site SGTrains already shows a version marked ’02 Jul 2026′ with the new stations included (SGTrains (independent transit mapping site))
  • The official updated map with TEL Stage 5 will be released closer to the opening date, likely in early 2026 (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
What to watch

Commuters living near Tanjong Rhu or Founders’ Memorial should start checking the LTA site regularly from mid-2025. The moment the official map drops, property values and rental demand in those areas typically adjust within weeks.

Bottom line: The trade-off: The preview map is helpful for planning, but it’s not final. Station names, interchange designs, and even alignment could shift slightly before the 2026 opening.

What will the Singapore MRT map look like in 2030?

Three big things happen by 2030: TEL runs its full length from Woodlands to Sungei Bedok, Cross Island Line Phase 1 opens, and the network becomes truly island-wide.

Full Thomson-East Coast Line completion by 2030

  • By 2030, TEL will run from Woodlands North in the north to Sungei Bedok in the east, with 32 stations across 43 kilometers (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • All TEL stages (1 through 5) will be fully connected, making it the second-longest MRT line after the East-West Line (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates))
  • Interchange stations at Woodlands (with NSL), Caldecott (with CCL), and Outram Park (with EWL and NEL) will be fully operational (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))

Other planned lines and extensions

  • Cross Island Line (CRL) Phase 1: expected to open around 2030, running from Aviation Park to Bright Hill, with 12 stations (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • CRL Phase 2, extending to Jurong Lake District and Punggol, is still under study with no confirmed opening date (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Jurong Region Line (JRL) and Cross Island Line will add coverage to the western and northern corridors (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates))

Visualizing the 2030 rail network

  • LTA’s ‘Future Rail Network’ map, available now, shows the 2030 vision with dashed lines for future extensions (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • The map will likely show 8 MRT lines (adding CRL and JRL) plus 3 LRT loops (SGTrains (independent transit mapping site))
  • By 2030, Singapore’s rail network is expected to exceed 300 km in total route length, up from 246.6 km in 2025 (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates))
The paradox

More lines mean more choices, but also more complexity. The 2030 map will have 8+ lines and over 200 stations—a rider who can’t read the map today will find it even harder then. LTA’s design team faces a real usability challenge.

Bottom line: The implication: The 2030 map isn’t a distant fantasy. It’s being built now. Property buyers, investors, and commuters who understand today where the dashed lines will become solid get a head start on the city’s geography.

Confirmed facts

  • LTA publishes official rail network map PDF in four languages (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • Current map version is February 2025 (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • TEL Stage 5 opening in 2026 is confirmed by LTA (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • 2030 network includes TEL full line and Cross Island Line Phase 1 (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • MRT network covers approximately 246.6 km of route (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates))

What’s unclear

  • Exact month of 2026 map update
  • Final alignment of Cross Island Line beyond Phase 1
  • Whether LTA will release a separate 2026 map or update existing file
  • Exact opening dates for TEL Stage 5 stations beyond the year 2026
  • Whether third-party preview maps accurately reflect final station names

Timeline

Eight milestones trace the MRT map’s evolution from a single red line to a network six times its original size.

  • : First MRT line (North-South) opens — the map showed just 9 stations (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates))
  • : Circle Line begins operations, adding a loop around the city center (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates))
  • : Downtown Line opens, the first line to serve the central business district from the northwest (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates))
  • : Thomson-East Coast Line Stage 1 opens (Woodlands North to Woodlands South) (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • : TEL Stage 4 opens (Stadium to Sungei Bedok), adding 8 new stations (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • : Current LTA map update; Hume station opens on the Downtown Line (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • : TEL Stage 5 completion (Founders’ Memorial, Tanjong Rhu) expected (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))
  • : Full TEL from Woodlands to Sungei Bedok; Cross Island Line Phase 1 opening (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator))

“The latest map shows the updated rail network as of February 2025.”

Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator)

“The MRT network encompasses approximately 246.6 km of grade-separated route.”

Wikipedia (community encyclopedia with frequent updates)

For anyone commuting in Singapore today, the choice is clear: download the official LTA PDF, check the version date, and cross-reference any third-party map you use. Do that, and you’ll never find yourself staring at a station that doesn’t exist yet—or worse, missing a stop that opened last month.

Related reading: Singapore MRT Map Official PDF Download Latest 2025 Guide · Singapore MRT/LRT System Map Guide

Additional sources

sgtrains.com, 99.co, scribd.com, scribd.com, de.scribd.com

For a detailed breakdown of each line and station, refer to the Singapore MRT line map which includes the latest 2026 plans and app recommendations.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the MRT map the same as the LRT map?

No, but they appear on the same document. The LTA rail network map shows both MRT and LRT lines on one page. The LRT loops (Bukit Panjang, Sengkang, Punggol) are shown as smaller loops feeding into the main MRT network (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator)).

How do I get a physical MRT map at the station?

Physical maps are available at all MRT station customer service counters. You can also find them displayed on station walls near the fare gates and on train platforms (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator)).

Can I use the MRT map on my mobile phone?

Yes. The LTA PDF is optimized for mobile viewing. You can also use the SMRT Journey interactive map at journey.smrt.com.sg, which works on any smartphone browser (SMRT (Singapore’s main train operator)).

What do the different colors on the MRT map mean?

Each MRT line has a distinct color: North-South Line (red), East-West Line (green), North-East Line (purple), Circle Line (yellow), Downtown Line (dark blue), Thomson-East Coast Line (brown). LRT lines use light blue or grey (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator)).

Are there MRT maps in other languages?

Yes. The LTA provides the rail network map in English, Chinese, Malay, and Tamil. All four versions are available for download from the LTA rail network page (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator)).

How often is the MRT map updated?

LTA updates the map whenever a new station or line opens. Major updates happen roughly every 1-2 years. The most recent version is February 2025. The next expected update is in 2026 when TEL Stage 5 opens (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator)).

Does the MRT map show bus interchanges?

Yes, major bus interchanges are marked on the official LTA map with a special icon. The map also shows bus stops near MRT stations for integrated journey planning (Land Transport Authority (Singapore’s transport regulator)).