Bukit Timah Prime District Transport & Amenities Guide | Homejourney

Bukit Timah in District 10 is one of Singapore’s most coveted residential belts, and this Bukit Timah Prime District Transport and Amenities Guide gives you a clear, practical view of how convenient it really is – from MRT and buses to schools, food, parks, and daily-life essentials.

Drawing on first-hand experience living and viewing homes around Beauty World, Sixth Avenue and Tan Kah Kee, this guide distils what buyers, investors, families and even tourists actually need to know before committing to a property or planning a day out. For a fuller lifestyle and property overview of District 10, you can always refer back to the main Bukit Timah pillar article: Bukit Timah Prime District Guide: District 10 Living | Homejourney .

Overview & Quick Transport Facts (District 10 Bukit Timah)

Most of Bukit Timah’s prime residential corridor is anchored by the Downtown Line (DTL) and the Circle Line (CCL) for fast, direct travel to the CBD, Marina Bay and Orchard.[1]

Key stations serving the Bukit Timah prime stretch include:[1]

Beauty World (DT5) – Upper Bukit Timah / Cheong Chin Nam food stretch
King Albert Park (DT6) – upcoming DTL/CRL interchange, near Bukit Timah Plaza & Methodist Girls’ School[2]
Sixth Avenue (DT7) – landed clusters and GCB areas along Sixth Avenue / Namly / Binjai[1]
Tan Kah Kee (DT8) – near Nanyang Primary, Hwa Chong, Coronation Road landed homes[7]
Farrer Road (CC20) – Circle Line access for Holland / Bukit Timah fringe[1][7]

MRT Operating hours: Trains generally run from about 5.40am to 12.00am daily along these lines.[1] Always check LTA or SMRT for the latest first/last train times before late-night travel.

Station features (safety & accessibility)[1]:

Barrier-free access with lifts and ramps at all Bukit Timah stations
Bicycle parking and sheltered walkways at major exits
Clear exit signage and underground linkways for safer crossings along busy Bukit Timah Road

Most useful exits for major daily hotspots (based on on-the-ground walking experience and verified Homejourney checks)[1]:

Beauty World (DT5)
– Exit A: Bukit Timah Plaza (~2–3 min walk) and Beauty World Centre (~3–4 min walk)[1]
– Exit C/D: Cheong Chin Nam Road eateries (~3–5 min walk)
King Albert Park (DT6)
– Exit A: KAP Mall (2–3 min walk), buses along Bukit Timah Road[1]
– Future CRL interchange will boost connectivity further.[2]
Sixth Avenue (DT7)
– Exit B: Direct access to Bukit Timah Road bus stops and landed estate side gates (~2–5 min walk into residential streets)[1]
Tan Kah Kee (DT8)
– Exit A/B: HDB amenities at Coronation Road and F&B along Bukit Timah Road (~3–6 min walk)[7]

Things To Do Nearby: Nature, Trails & Lifestyle

One reason families gravitate to Bukit Timah is the easy blend of good schools Singapore is famous for, with lush greenery and heritage trails just minutes from the train.

Parks & Outdoor Spaces (Within ~10–15 Minutes)

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve – One of Singapore’s oldest and most loved hiking spots, accessible via a short bus ride or ~15–20 min walk from Beauty World (DT5).[1][3]
Expect steep but well-paved slopes, trailheads with clear signage, and weekend families with kids in tow. Bike rentals in the area typically start from about $10/hour for basic bicycles.[1]
Rail Corridor / Green Corridor – The old KTM railway line has been converted into a car-free green spine for 1–2 hour walks or jogs, connecting Bukit Timah to the north-west.[1][3]
Access near Bukit Timah truss bridge is about a 10–12 min walk from Beauty World, depending on your route.
Botanic Gardens (UNESCO site) – From Farrer Road (CC20) or a couple of stops away on the Downtown Line (Botanic Gardens station), you’re ~10–15 minutes’ walk from Singapore’s most famous garden.[1]

Photo Spots & Instagram-Worthy Corners

Bukit Timah Railway Bridge – Iconic iron bridge along the Rail Corridor, best shot early morning or near sunset to avoid crowding on weekends.
Green corridors under the flyover – Several underpasses along Bukit Timah Road link estate pockets to parks, offering moody, urban-meets-nature shots.

Cultural & Educational Points

While Bukit Timah itself is more residential than museum-heavy, its schools and nearby religious buildings give the area a grounded, community feel. For a deep dive into education specifically, see: Bukit Timah Prime District Schools Guide 2026 | Homejourney .

Food & Dining: From Hawker to Bistro

Within a 5–10 minute walk of most Bukit Timah MRT stations, you’ll find everything from old-school hawker favourites to café brunches and Japanese omakase. For an in-depth foodie dive, check the companion article: Best Food & Restaurants in Bukit Timah District 10 | Homejourney Guide .

Hawker Centres & Food Courts

Beauty World Centre Food Court – ~3–4 min walk from Beauty World Exit A.[1] Classic local favourites like chicken rice, ban mian and zi char, usually in the $5–$10 range for a main.
Cheong Chin Nam Road – ~3–5 min walk from Beauty World. This stretch is packed with supper spots (think Korean BBQ, mala, tze char), many open till late on weekends. Mains typically run $10–$25 per person depending on cuisine.

Cafés & Restaurants

Sixth Avenue cluster – Cafés, bakeries and bistros within ~3–7 min walk from Sixth Avenue (DT7). This is a popular brunch zone for nearby landed residents and families after school runs.
King Albert Park (KAP Mall) – ~2–3 min from KAP station. A compact mall with fast-casual eateries, ice-cream and coffee chains; ideal for students from nearby schools and quick weekday meals.[1]

Price guide (per person):

$ – hawker stalls, simple noodle/rice (about $4–$8)
$$ – casual cafés, chain restaurants (about $12–$25)
$$$–$$$$ – upscale dining, omakase or wine bars nearer Holland/Bukit Timah fringe (often $60+)

Shopping & Everyday Conveniences

Bukit Timah doesn’t have mega-malls like Orchard, but it offers very convenient mid-sized malls and neighbourhood shops that support day-to-day life well.

Malls & Shopping Centres

Bukit Timah Plaza – ~2–3 min walk from Beauty World Exit A.[1] A long-time favourite for enrichment centres, music schools, supermarkets, clinics and casual food.
Beauty World Centre – Linked to the same cluster; older mall with tuition centres, local eateries and provision shops.
KAP Mall – Immediately beside King Albert Park station; a compact modern mall with F&B, services and some retail.

Supermarkets & Daily Essentials

Large-format supermarkets at Bukit Timah Plaza and Beauty World Centre serve most of the area’s grocery needs.
Multiple convenience stores (often 24 hours) clustered around each MRT exit, especially at Beauty World and Sixth Avenue.

Practical Transport Information

Best Time to Visit

Weekday day-time – Quieter malls and parks; easier to view properties and walk the neighbourhood.
Weekend mornings – Great for hikes at Bukit Timah Nature Reserve or Rail Corridor before it gets hot.
Weekend evenings – Expect crowds around Cheong Chin Nam Road and popular eateries.

How to Get to Bukit Timah

From Changi Airport: According to LTA route recommendations, a typical MRT route is:

Take East–West Line from Changi Airport to Tanah Merah.
Transfer towards the city and interchange to the Downtown Line for Beauty World (DT5) or another Bukit Timah station.[1]

This journey usually takes about 45–55 minutes depending on transfer times.[1] A taxi/ride-hail from the airport to Beauty World or Sixth Avenue normally takes about 25–30 minutes outside peak hours.

From Orchard Road:

By bus: Services 75 and 77 run from Orchard area towards Bukit Timah, often around 10–20 minutes depending on traffic.[1]
By MRT: From Newton or Stevens, transfer to the Downtown Line towards Bukit Timah; it’s just a few stops down.[1]

Bus Connectivity

Bukit Timah Road and Dunearn Road form a major bus spine, with multiple services linking to the CBD, Orchard, Clementi and the western region. Common services in the corridor include 170, 173 and others running from major town hubs.[1][3]

Driving, Parking & Future Road Upgrades

For drivers, Bukit Timah is connected via key expressways and arterials:

Pan Island Expressway (PIE) – Quick access to Changi in the east and Jurong in the west.[2][3]
Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) – Links to the north, Woodlands and beyond.[2]
Bukit Timah Road / Dunearn Road / Farrer Road – Main surface roads towards the city and Holland area.[7]

URA’s plans for the Bukit Timah Turf City precinct highlight upcoming widening of Eng Neo Avenue, Dunearn Road and Bukit Timah Road to accommodate increased traffic and make the area more walkable and cycling-friendly.[5] New developments will likely provide fewer parking lots, so buyers should factor this into long-term car ownership plans.[5]

When you shortlist homes here on Homejourney’s property search tool Property Search , check parking arrangements (surface, basement, mechanical) and driving exit points, especially for larger families.

Property & Living in Bukit Timah Prime District

Bukit Timah’s reputation as a District 10 blue-chip residential zone comes from a mix of landed property, low- to mid-rise condos, abundant greenery and proximity to good schools Singapore families prioritise.[6][7]

Housing Types

Landed property – Clusters around Sixth Avenue, Namly, Watten Estate and Coronation/King’s Road. These include terrace houses, semi-detached and Good Class Bungalows (GCBs).
Private condominiums & apartments – Numerous along Bukit Timah Road and side lanes, including new launches near Beauty World and Watten area.[2][3][7]
Selected public housing pockets – Older HDB clusters and future mixed estates at places like the upcoming Turf City precinct.[5]

For current price trends and rental yields, refer to: Bukit Timah District 10 Prices & Rental Guide | Homejourney and explore live transaction data through Homejourney’s projects directory Projects Directory .

Schools & Education Belt

URA and market reports consistently describe Bukit Timah as one of Singapore’s top education belts, with schools like Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary, Methodist Girls’ School, Bukit Timah Primary, tertiary institutions like Ngee Ann Polytechnic and Singapore University of Social Sciences nearby.[4][6]

This concentration of schools is a major driver of demand for family-sized homes and rental units. To evaluate school proximity and 1km/2km priority bands accurately, use our detailed schools guide: Bukit Timah Prime District Schools Guide 2026 | Homejourney .

Healthcare & Everyday Services

GP clinics and dental practices are widely available in Bukit Timah Plaza, Beauty World Centre and smaller shophouse units.
Specialist clinics and larger medical centres are a short drive away in Novena, Orchard or Bukit Batok.