Jurong Region Line (JRL): Complete Guide for Property Buyers

The Jurong Region Line (JRL) is Singapore's seventh MRT line, set to transform connectivity in the western region. For property buyers in Tengah, Jurong, and Choa Chu Kang, understanding the JRL is essential.

In this guide, we cover the JRL's route, stations, timeline, and implications for property values. For details on the first private condo served by the JRL, read our Tengah Garden Residences guide.

JRL Overview

Key statistics for the Jurong Region Line:

Length: 24 km
Stations: 24 stations
Opening: Stages from 2027-2029
Cost: Approximately $25 billion
Type: Elevated, driverless

JRL Stations

The JRL connects three main areas with these stations:

West Section (from Choa Chu Kang)

Choa Chu Kang (interchange with NSL, BWL)
Choa Chu Kang West
Tengah
Hong Kah (Tengah Garden Residences)
Corporation
Jurong West
Bahar Junction
Boon Lay (interchange with EWL)

East Section

Enterprise
Tukang
Jurong Hill
Jurong Pier
Peng Kang Hill

Central Section

Nanyang Gateway
Nanyang Crescent
Pandan Reservoir
Gek Poh
Tawas
Jurong Town Hall
Jurong East (interchange with EWL, NSL)

Timeline

The JRL will open in three stages:

Stage	Stations	Expected Opening
Stage 1	Choa Chu Kang to Tengah (including Hong Kah)	2027
Stage 2	Tengah to Jurong East	2028
Stage 3	Full line operation	2029

Impact on Tengah Garden Residences

Hong Kah MRT station, located adjacent to Tengah Garden Residences, is part of Stage 1 opening in 2027. This means:

MRT operational before TOP — Residents moving in 2029 will already have MRT access
Connection to Jurong East — 5 stops to major interchange
Access to employment hubs — JLD and JID connectivity

Property Value Impact

Research by URA and private analysts suggests that MRT proximity significantly impacts property values:

Within 400m of MRT: 10-15% premium typically
New MRT lines: Values often rise 1-2 years before opening
Interchanges: Higher premium than single-line stations

For Tengah, the JRL represents a major connectivity boost for an area previously unserved by rail.

Connecting to the Network

From Hong Kah MRT, residents can connect to:

Via Jurong East Interchange

East-West Line — Changi Airport, CBD, Pasir Ris
North-South Line — Orchard, Marina Bay, Woodlands

Via Choa Chu Kang Interchange

North-South Line — Bishan, Ang Mo Kio, Yishun
Bukit Panjang LRT — Bukit Panjang area

Journey Times from Hong Kah MRT

Estimated journey times (including transfers):

Destination	Estimated Time
Jurong East	~10 min
Orchard	~35 min
Raffles Place	~40 min
Changi Airport	~60 min

Interested in Tengah Garden Residences?

With Hong Kah MRT at its doorstep, Tengah Garden Residences offers excellent JRL connectivity. Learn more about Tengah Forest Town or explore the design trends shaping this development. View the location map for a visual overview.