All about the Palm Jumeirah Monorail
Palm Jumeirah is home to some of Dubai’s most popular attractions. In addition to hotels, beaches, beach clubs and restaurants, the island features a fully elevated 5.5 km monorail track. Owned and managed by Nakheel, the driverless Palm Monorail is a convenient transportation system for tourists and residents interested in exploring Palm Jumeirah.
Apart from a comfortable commute, the fully automated double-tracked system offers magnificent views of the island developments. If you plan to take a trip to the stunning Palm Jumeirah, here is all you need to know about the Palm Monorail timings, ticket prices, stations and more.
Hop on the monorail and explore the best attractions in Palm Jumeirah
The driverless monorail’s tracks are about 10 metres above the ground and the full trip covers a range of the top attractions on the Palm Jumeirah. It takes only 10 minutes to reach the Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark from the Gateway Station – the first stop of the Palm Jumeirah Monorail.
List of the Palm Jumeirah Monorail Stations
PALM GATEWAY
Palm Gateway is the first monorail Palm Jumeirah station right at the entrance. Travellers can access it by driving to Palm Jumeirah’s tip or via the Dubai Tram. The station is well-facilitated with a customer care desk and over 1,600 parking spaces for those travelling via personal vehicle.
You can buy tickets at Palm Gateway to reach other stations.
Destination | Single Trip (In AED) | Round Trip (In AED) |
|---|---|---|
Destination Al Ittihad Park | Single Trip (In AED) 10 | Round Trip (In AED) 15 |
Destination Nakheel Mall | Single Trip (In AED) 10 | Round Trip (In AED) 15 |
Destination Atlantis Aquaventure | Single Trip (In AED) 20 | Round Trip (In AED) 30 |
AL ITTIHAD PARK
The next monorail stop shares the name of Al Ittihad Park, one of the best parks in Dubai. The park is popular among fitness enthusiasts as it houses a 3.2 km long fitness track and various stationary workout facilities. The Palm Monorail track passes through the park, offering refreshing views of the greenery.
Get off at this station to visit Golden Mile Galleria Mall, which houses exciting retail outlets, eateries and outdoor recreational space.
Here’s the monorail Dubai price for single and round-trip tickets at the station.
Destination | Single Trip (In AED) | Round Trip (In AED) |
|---|---|---|
Destination Palm Gateway | Single Trip (In AED) 10 | Round Trip (In AED) 15 |
Destination Nakheel Mall | Single Trip (In AED) 5 | Round Trip (In AED) 10 |
Destination Atlantis Aquaventure | Single Trip (In AED) 10 | Round Trip (In AED) 15 |
NAKHEEL MALL
Palm Monorail’s station at the Nakheel Mall opened in November 2019 along with the mall itself. The destination is a prominent shopping spot in Dubai that features popular retail outlets and other attractions for visitors. Aside from shopping, other major facilities at the mall include a cinema, restaurants and more.
You can also access the stunning observation deck, The View at Palm Jumeirah, from Nakheel Mall.
Ticket prices at Nakheel Mall Station are as follows.
Destination | Single Trip (In AED) | Round Trip (In AED) |
|---|---|---|
Destination Palm Gateway | Single Trip (In AED) 10 | Round Trip (In AED) 15 |
Destination Al Ittihad Park | Single Trip (In AED) 5 | Round Trip (In AED) 10 |
Destination Atlantis Aquaventure | Single Trip (In AED) 10 | Round Trip (In AED) 15 |
ATLANTIS AQUAVENTURE WATERPARK
The Palm Monorail’s Atlantis Station is adjacent to the entrance of the fantastic Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark. The popular leisure attraction is part of Dubai’s renowned waterfront luxury resort, Atlantis, The Palm. Visitors can enjoy a range of water activities here, including snorkelling, diving, thrilling water ride experiences and more.
Here’s a breakdown of the ticket prices from Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark Station.
Destination | Single Trip (In AED) | Round Trip (In AED) |
|---|---|---|
Destination Palm Gateway | Single Trip (In AED) 20 | Round Trip (In AED) 30 |
Destination Al Ittihad Park | Single Trip (In AED) 10 | Round Trip (In AED) 15 |
Destination Nakheel Mall | Single Trip (In AED) 10 | Round Trip (In AED) 15 |
Palm Jumeirah Monorail Timings
The departure time for the first train each day is 09:00 am at the Palm Gateway Station. The last train leaves the station at 09:45 pm.
Palm Monorail Atlantis Station (Atlantis Aquaventure Park Station): The first train starts the trip at 09:15 a.m., and the last train departs at 10:00 p.m. The Palm Jumeirah Monorail operating hours stay the same throughout the week.
Palm Monorail Ticket Price
The Palm Monorail ticket cost starts from AED 5 for a single trip, whereas the round-trip ticket price starts at AED 15. Kids with a height of less than 110 cm can travel for free.
The monorail also offers different annual and monthly packages for regular commuters. Please note that ticket prices depend on your departing and arrival stations. The above tables provide ticket prices at each station.
You can also buy the following:
- Day Pass: Unlimited Rides For AED 35.
- Family Pass: AED 99 (Family of 4 from Palm Gateway Station to Atlantis Aquaventure)
- UAE Resident Pass: AED 135 (valid for one month, 6 round trips)
- Palm Residents & Tenant Monthly Pass: AED 165 (unlimited rides for one month)
Travellers can buy monorail tickets online via the Palm Monorail website or at any of the four stations. Each monorail station has a customer service desk where residents and tourists can purchase Palm Monorail tickets via cash, credit or debit cards.
Is Palm Jumeirah Monorail paid by nol card?
The Roads and Transport Authority’s NOL card, which is used to pay for Dubai Metro, Dubai Tram and RTA Dubai public buses, can be used to pay for monorail rides.
This means you can use your NOL Gold or Silver cards to pay for The Palm Monorail rides.
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— RTA (@rta_dubai) October 25, 2022
FAQS
How do I get to Palm Jumeirah monorail?
Commuters can use their private vehicle or Dubai tram to reach the Palm Gateway station located at the entrance of Palm Jumeirah Island. The station offers free parking spaces for the convenience of travellers. The nearest metro station to Palm Jumeirah Monorail is Al Khail.
How long is the Palm Jumeirah Monorail?
The Palm Monorail is about 5.5 km long. Its first stop is the Palm Gateway Station, and its last stop is the Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark Station.
Is the parking free at The Palm Gateway Station?
Yes, parking is free for the first 3 hours after you validate your monorail ticket. After 3 hours, a fee of AED 10 per hour will apply.
What is the Palm Jumeirah Monorail ticket price?
The Palm Monorail tickets price starts at AED 5 for single trips. For round trips, the tickets start from AED 15.
Is Palm Monorail free for kids?
Children under 110 cm in height can ride the Palm Monorail for free. Everyone else, regardless of age, will need a ticket.
Where can I buy tickets for Palm Monorail in Dubai?
You can buy tickets at any of the monorail stations or online via the official website.
Which attractions can I visit if I take a trip on the monorail?
Those taking the UAE’s first monorail can explore several top tourist attractions on Palm Jumeirah Island. The route connects the Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark, Nakheel Mall, Golden Mile Galleria Mall and Atlantis, The Palm Hotel.
That concludes our review of the Palm Jumeirah Monorail Dubai. Interested in knowing more about the fascinating island? Check out these amazing facts and figures about Palm Jumeirah.
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