King Albert Park CRL-DTL Interchange 2032 – Complete Guide
King Albert Park MRT – The Upcoming CRL-DTL Interchange and What It Means for Amberwood at Holland
King Albert Park MRT station is about to become one of Singapore’s most significant transport nodes. By 2032, it will be a dual-line interchange serving both the Downtown Line (DTL) and the Cross Island Line (CRL) – and its location within walking distance of the upcoming Amberwood at Holland makes this infrastructure story directly relevant to buyers considering this development.
King Albert Park MRT Today – Downtown Line Station
King Albert Park MRT (station code DT6) is currently a Downtown Line station in Bukit Timah, Singapore, located at the junction of Bukit Timah Road and Blackmore Drive. It serves the private residential estates along the Bukit Timah corridor, with Methodist Girls School, Ngee Ann Polytechnic and the preserved Bukit Timah Railway Station all within its immediate catchment.
For residents of the upcoming Amberwood at Holland on Holland Link, King Albert Park MRT is approximately 5 to 8 minutes’ walk from the development site – making it the primary MRT access point for daily commuting.
The Cross Island Line – Singapore’s Eighth MRT Line
The Cross Island Line (CRL) is Singapore’s eighth MRT line and will be its longest fully underground line at more than 50 kilometres when fully completed. It is being built in three phases, designed as an orbital line that will cross Singapore from east to west and connect with every existing radial MRT line along its route.
CRL Phase 1 (29 kilometres, 12 stations) is expected to be completed by 2030. CRL Phase 2 (15 kilometres, 6 stations) is targeted for completion by 2032. It is Phase 2 that brings the Cross Island Line to King Albert Park.
King Albert Park MRT – CRL Phase 2 Interchange by 2032
In September 2022, Transport Minister S. Iswaran confirmed that King Albert Park MRT station would become an interchange station as part of CRL Phase 2. The construction contract for the CRL King Albert Park station was awarded to China Communications Construction Company Limited (Singapore Branch) at a contract value of approximately S$447 million in October 2023. Construction began in 2024 and is scheduled for completion in 2032.
When completed, King Albert Park station will carry the dual station code DT6/CR15 – a two-line interchange on both the Downtown Line and the Cross Island Line.
Singapore’s Deepest MRT Station – 50 Metres Underground
The CRL King Albert Park interchange station will be Singapore’s deepest MRT station upon completion, at approximately 50 metres underground across five basement levels. This depth results from the engineering challenge of running the CRL beneath the existing DTL station infrastructure and the surrounding Bukit Timah residential estates.
For comparison, Bencoolen station on the Downtown Line is currently Singapore’s deepest station at 43 metres. The KAP CRL station will surpass this by 7 metres – a genuine engineering milestone that reflects the technical complexity of Singapore’s expanding rail network.
What CRL Phase 2 Means for Amberwood at Holland Residents
The addition of the Cross Island Line at King Albert Park fundamentally changes the connectivity value of any residential address within walking distance of this station. For Amberwood at Holland buyers, the specific benefits are:
Direct Access Westward to Jurong and Clementi
CRL Phase 2 connects King Albert Park westward to Clementi (interchange with the East-West Line) and continues to Jurong Lake District. For residents who work in the Jurong corridor, one-north or the western industrial zones, this eliminates the need to travel into the city and back out – a significant time saving over the current DTL-only routing.
Direct Access Eastward Without Going Through the City
The full CRL when complete will run eastward from King Albert Park across Ang Mo Kio, Serangoon North and Hougang to Pasir Ris. Journeys that currently require transiting through the city centre via the North-South or East-West Line will instead be possible via a direct cross-island route.
Resilience and Alternative Routing
A dual-line interchange provides service redundancy. If the Downtown Line experiences disruption, CRL residents can route through the Cross Island Line and vice versa – a practical daily benefit that single-line commuters do not have.
Capital Value Uplift at a Confirmed Future Interchange
Infrastructure delivery is one of the most reliable drivers of residential capital appreciation in Singapore. The KAP CRL interchange is not speculative – construction is under way with a confirmed 2032 completion target and a S$447 million contract already awarded. Buyers purchasing Amberwood at Holland before 2032 are acquiring before the full interchange premium is reflected in market pricing.
The CRL Station Exit Within the Holland Plain Precinct
A detail of the CRL King Albert Park station that is directly relevant to Amberwood at Holland buyers: a new CRL station exit is planned within the north-west section of the Holland Plain precinct – the precinct where Amberwood at Holland is located. This means the interchange exit point will be physically closer to Amberwood at Holland than the existing DTL entrance at Bukit Timah Road and Blackmore Drive.
When this exit opens in 2032, the effective walking time from Amberwood at Holland to rail access may shorten compared to the current 5 to 8 minutes to the DTL entrance – a quality-of-life improvement unique to residents of the Holland Plain precinct.
King Albert Park MRT CRL Interchange – Key Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Current line | Downtown Line (DT6) |
| Future lines | Downtown Line + Cross Island Line (CRL Phase 2) |
| Future station code | DT6 / CR15 |
| CRL Phase 2 target completion | 2032 |
| CRL KAP construction contract value | S$447 million (awarded October 2023) |
| Contractor | China Communications Construction Company Limited (Singapore Branch) |
| Station depth (CRL level) | Approximately 50 metres (5 basement levels) |
| Distinction | Will be Singapore’s deepest MRT station |
| CRL Phase 2 total length | 15 kilometres, 6 stations |
| CRL exit within Holland Plain precinct | Yes – planned within the north-west section |
Frequently Asked Questions – King Albert Park MRT CRL Interchange
When will the Cross Island Line open at King Albert Park?
CRL Phase 2, which includes the King Albert Park interchange station, is targeted for completion by 2032. Construction began in 2024 following the October 2023 contract award to China Communications Construction Company Limited at S$447 million.
How deep will the CRL King Albert Park station be?
The CRL King Albert Park station will be approximately 50 metres deep across five basement levels, making it Singapore’s deepest MRT station when completed. The current deepest station is Bencoolen on the Downtown Line at 43 metres.
What lines will serve King Albert Park MRT after 2032?
King Albert Park MRT will serve both the Downtown Line (DT6) and the Cross Island Line (CR15), making it a dual-line interchange. The DTL provides direct access to Bugis, Marina Bay and the CBD. The CRL provides cross-island access westward to Clementi and Jurong Lake District, and eastward across Ang Mo Kio and Pasir Ris.
Where will the CRL station exit be located at King Albert Park?
A new CRL station exit is planned within the north-west section of the Holland Plain precinct, which is where Amberwood at Holland is located. This exit will give Holland Plain precinct residents closer access to the interchange than the existing DTL entrance on Bukit Timah Road at Blackmore Drive.
How does the KAP CRL interchange affect Amberwood at Holland’s value?
Infrastructure delivery is a confirmed driver of residential value in Singapore. The KAP CRL interchange is under construction with a 2032 target, a confirmed S$447 million contract and a named contractor. Buyers purchasing Amberwood at Holland before 2032 are acquiring ahead of the full interchange premium being priced into the market.
Is Amberwood at Holland within walking distance of King Albert Park MRT?
Yes. Amberwood at Holland on Holland Link is approximately 5 to 8 minutes’ walk from the existing King Albert Park DTL entrance. When the CRL station exit within the Holland Plain precinct opens in 2032, effective walking time may shorten further.
For the full Amberwood at Holland project overview, visit the main Amberwood at Holland page. To compare Amberwood at Holland with Dunearn House at Sixth Avenue MRT, read the Bukit Timah new launch condo 2026 comparison guide.
Sources and References
The following sources were used in researching and writing this article. All figures, dates and technical specifications are drawn from official government and regulatory sources.
- Land Transport Authority (LTA) – Cross Island Line Phase 2 official page. Confirms CRL2 comprises 6 stations, includes King Albert Park interchange, targeted completion 2032.
https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltagov/en/upcoming_projects/rail_expansion/cross_island_line.html - Land Transport Authority (LTA) – Construction Begins on Cross Island Line Phase 2, July 2025. Confirms CRL King Albert Park station depth at 50 metres, 5 basement levels, Singapore’s deepest MRT station. Station code CR15.
https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltagov/en/newsroom/2025/7/news-releases/construction_begins_on_crl2.html - Land Transport Authority (LTA) – LTA Awards Two Civil Contracts for Cross Island Line Phase 2, October 2023. Confirms contract awarded to China Communications Construction Company Limited (Singapore Branch) at S$447 million.
https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltagov/en/newsroom/2023/10 - Wikipedia – King Albert Park MRT Station. Confirms station code DT6, DTL Stage 2 history, CRL Phase 2 interchange announcement by Transport Minister S. Iswaran on 20 September 2022.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Albert_Park_MRT_station - SGTrains – LTA Announces 6 MRT Stations for Cross Island Line Phase 2, September 2022. Technical detail on CRL2 alignment, interchange stations and station codes.
https://blog.sgtrains.com/2022/09/cross-island-line-phase-2/ - SGTrains – Clementi and King Albert Park MRT Stations of the Cross Island Line to Start Construction in Q1 2024, October 2023.
https://blog.sgtrains.com/2023/10/clementi-king-albert-park-cross-island-line-q1-2024/ - Land Transport Guru – King Albert Park MRT Station. Comprehensive station history and CRL Phase 2 technical specifications.
https://landtransportguru.net/king-albert-park-station/ - URA Master Plan 2025 – Holland Plain Precinct planning parameters and CRL station exit within north-west section of Holland Plain precinct.
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All property-related figures for Amberwood at Holland (land cost S$1,432 psf ppr, unit count approximately 230, site area approximately 185,141 sqft, estimated launch psf S$2,800 to S$3,000) are sourced from the URA GLS tender award announcement, August 2025, and analyst commentary. Official pricing has not been released by Sim Lian. Stamp duty rates are correct as at May 2026. Verify current rates at IRAS.gov.sg.
