Circle Line / Thomson-East Coast Line

Caldecott MRT Station

Caldecott MRT is an interchange station at CC17/TE9 linking the Circle Line and Thomson-East Coast Line. It offers practical transfer convenience, access to nearby cycling routes, and a calm mature-town setting with green destinations like MacRitchie Reservoir Park within reach.

CC17 CCLTE9 TEL

Reviewed station information

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Transport context

Rail network access

Source-backed Caldecott MRT Station identity for orientation and neighbourhood research. This block does not describe live service status, fares, train timings, or government endorsement.

Station identity, lines, codes, and interchange state come from the Homejourney shared MRT registry. The approximate map point is MRTStations-owned local presentation data; LTA/DataMall station-name and type fields are used only for reconciliation.

Lines: Circle Line / Thomson-East Coast Line
Station codes: CC17 / TE9
Interchange: Yes
Approximate map point: 1.3374, 103.8396

Reference: LTA DataMall TrainStation_Mar2026.zip; checked 2026-07-12. Dataset page and Singapore Open Data Licence. Data attribution does not imply LTA or Singapore government endorsement of MRTStations.com.

Station facts

Caldecott MRT is an interchange station serving the Circle Line and Thomson-East Coast Line, with station codes CC17 and TE9. It sits on a key north-south route and provides a direct transfer between the two lines, making it a practical link for cross-island travel and for trips toward the central area and northern corridor.

Amenities and lifestyle

The station area is geared toward everyday convenience rather than heavy retail. Nearby residential and local-service uses make it useful for routine errands, while the broader Bishan-Toa Payoh and Thomson Road surroundings add access to supermarkets, food options, parks, and community facilities. It is a good fit for riders who want a quieter base with basic amenities close by.

Commute and access

Caldecott is well placed for rail transfers and active-mobility links. It connects the Circle Line and Thomson-East Coast Line, and the surrounding area is supported by cycling paths that improve access to nearby amenities and other MRT nodes. This makes the station useful for mixed-mode commutes, especially for short first- and last-mile trips.

Nearby context

Nearby context is shaped by established residential streets and green destinations. The station is commonly used for access toward MacRitchie Reservoir Park and the nature trails around the reservoir edge, while the Thomson Road and Toa Payoh fringe adds a low-rise, mature-town character. The area suits commuters who value both transport convenience and access to outdoor recreation.