Bus 197 Singapore (2026 Guide): Route, Stops, Timings & Travel Tips
2026-03-26
Singapore Bus 197 Overview
Operator: SBS Transit
Route: Bedok Interchange ↔ Jurong East Interchange
Bus 197 is a major cross-island trunk service connecting eastern Singapore (Bedok, Marine Parade, Katong) to the west (Clementi, Jurong East). It passes through the CBD and multiple MRT interchanges, making it a key east–west commuter route.
Major Stops（Bus 197）
🟢 East Corridor (Bedok / Marine Parade / Katong)
● Bedok Int (84009)
● Panasonic (84139)
● Fujitec S’pore Ltd (84129)
● Casafina (84151)
● Opp Eastern Lagoon II (93131)
● Lagoon View (93049)
● Siglap Stn / Laguna Park (93039)
● Victoria School (93201)
● Mandarin Gardens (93029)
● Neptune Court (93019)
● Marine Terrace Stn / Katong Convent (92089)
● Marine Terrace Stn Exit 1 (92079)
● Tao Nan School (92069)
● Marine Parade Stn Exit 6 (92059)
● Marine Parade Stn / Parkway Parade (92049)
● Amber Gardens (92241)
● Aft Katong PO (92161)
● Opp Tanjong Katong Girls’ School (82071)
● Aft Dunman Rd (82081)
● Aft Queen of Peace Church (82091)
● Opp City Plaza (82231)
🟡 Central Corridor (Geylang / Bugis / City Hall)
● Versailles Condo (81141)
● Kong Hwa School (81151)
● Blk 56 (81161)
● Aft Chen Li Presbyterian Church (80259)
● Bef Geylang Rd (80111)
● Aft Sims Way (80049)
● Opp Lor 1 Geylang Ter (80039)
● Bef Kg Bugis (80029)
● Bef Crawford Bridge (01339)
● Blk 8 (01329)
● Bef Sultan Mosque (01229)
● Bugis Stn / Parkview Sq (01139)
● Bugis Cube (01039)
● Opp National Library (01029)
● City Hall Stn Exit B (04167)
● Opp The Treasury (04249)
● Boat Quay (05029)
● Opp Hong Lim Complex (05199)
● Opp Sri Mariamman Temple (05189)
● Opp Maxwell Stn Exit 3 (05259)
● Bef The Pinnacle @ Duxton (05239)
🟠 West Corridor (Bukit Merah / Queensway / Science Park / Clementi)
● Blk 3 (10021)
● Bef Kampong Bahru Ter (10041)
● Blk 149 (10051)
● Blk 140 (10061)
● Blk 111 (10071)
● Blk 104 (10501)
● Opp Blk 120 (10081)
● Bukit Merah Town Centre (10091)
● Opp Bukit Merah Secondary School (10101)
● Opp Blk 28 (10111)
● Opp Blk 2 (10131)
● Opp Queensway Shopping Centre (11519)
● Normanton Park (18041)
● Science Park (18131)
● Science Park Drive 5 (18101)
● NUH (18071)
● NUS Sports Centre (16091)
● Blk 610 (17121)
● Clementi Flyover (17131)
● Clementi Stadium (17141)
● Blk 506 (20011)
● NEWest (20021)
● The Infiniti (20031)
● Cycle & Carriage (20051)
● Opp German Centre (20271)
● Opp International Business Park (28221)
● Jurong East Int (28009)
First & Last Bus Timings
● From Bedok Int: 05:30 – 23:30
● From Jurong East Int: 05:30 – 23:30
Frequency
● Peak: 7–12 minutes
● Off-peak: 10–20 minutes
Travel Tips
● One of Singapore’s key east–west cross-island routes
● Connects multiple MRT lines (East–West, Circle, Downtown, North–South)
● Useful alternative to MRT for long-distance travel across the island
● Use Busio for real-time arrival tracking and stop alerts
FAQ
1. Where does Bus 197 start and end?
Bus 197 operates between Bedok Interchange and Jurong East Interchange, connecting eastern and western Singapore via the city centre.
2. What are the major stops on Bus 197?
Key stops include Marine Parade, Katong, Bugis, City Hall, Chinatown, Bukit Merah, Science Park, Clementi, and Jurong East.
3. What time does Bus 197 start and end service?
Bus 197 typically operates from around 05:30 to 23:30 daily in both directions.
4. How often does Bus 197 arrive?
During peak hours, Bus 197 usually arrives every 7–12 minutes, with longer intervals during off-peak periods.
5. Which stop should I alight for CBD access?
Alight at City Hall Stn Exit B (04167) or Bugis Stn (01139) for central CBD access.
6. Is Bus 197 a good cross-island route?
Yes, Bus 197 is one of the main east–west trunk services in Singapore, connecting Bedok and Jurong East via the city centre.
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