Singapore to Cheras by train
Cheras lies 311 km (193 mi) north-west of Singapore, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 28 min at the speeds typical of Singapore and Malaysia rail, over roughly 379 km (236 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Singapore | Cheras | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Singapore | Malaysia |
| Population | 5.6 million | 135,823 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 60 m (197 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Singapore) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Batu 11 Cheras MRT station |
What changes when you arrive in Cheras
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 trains from Singapore to Cheras
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Staying in Cheras
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Common questions
How far is Cheras from Singapore?
311 km (193 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Singapore; by road roughly 379 km (236 mi).
How long does it take to get from Singapore to Cheras by train?
About 4 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Singapore and Cheras?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Cheras?
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.