Day trip from Ang Mo Kio New Town to Pelentong
Pelentong lies 16 km (10 mi) north of Ang Mo Kio New Town, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 16 km (10 mi) apart, Pelentong is a realistic day trip from Ang Mo Kio New Town: about 16 min each way by road.
| Ang Mo Kio New Town | Pelentong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Singapore | Malaysia |
| Population | 159,340 | 583,640 |
| Elevation | 27 m (89 ft) | 25 m (82 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Singapore) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
What changes when you arrive in Pelentong
Crossing from Singapore into Malaysia: money changes from the Dollar to the Ringgit (MYR); the dialling code becomes +60; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Where to book tours and tickets in Pelentong
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Staying in Pelentong
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Common questions
How far is Pelentong from Ang Mo Kio New Town?
16 km (10 mi) in a straight line, north of Ang Mo Kio New Town; by road roughly 20 km (12 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ang Mo Kio New Town to Pelentong by road?
About 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ang Mo Kio New Town and Pelentong?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Pelentong?
The Ringgit (MYR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.