Palm Jumeirah Island is a man-made palm tree-shaped archipelago in Dubai. It is one of the most attractive tourist spots in the country. More than ten thousand people live on the island, and it contains a hotel, resorts, shopping complex, park and a lot more places to visit. To make transportation easier on the island, the authority constructed a rail service on the island known as mono rail dubai.
The monorail started providing service in 2009. It connects the island with the mainland of Dubai. The rail service is connected with a red line of Dubai Metro. The rail line is 5.45 kilometers long. It can carry almost 40,000 people every day. The train is driverless, but there are attendants for emergence situations.
Palm Jumeirah Mono Rail Dubai Station:
Currently, there are 4 stations of monorail. The first station is Gateway Towers Station, located on the mainland near Royal Mirage Hotel. Currently, few more stations are under construction.
1. Palm Gateway Station
It’s the first station of the monorail. You can reach here by palm jumeirah tram. Dubai Tram station is 5 minutes walking distance from Gateway station. There is also a taxi stand near the station. You can take a taxi to reach the station. Parking places are also available, so personal transport owners can come in their car.
2. Al Ittihad Park Station
It is the second station of the monorail. It’s located on the trunk of the station. You can visit Galleria Mall and apartments in this part of the island.
3. Nakheel Mall Station
This station has a direct connection to the Nakheel Mall, and you can enjoy the view of palm island from 240 meters palm tower.
4. Atlantis Adventure Station
Atlantis Adventure Station offers a direct connection to Atlantis Hotel. You can enjoy the Adventure water park and great views of Palm Island.
Monorail Dubai Tickets:
Nol cards and day tickets are not valid for the monorail. You have to buy a separate ticket for the monorail. The tickets are available at Palm Gateway Station and Atlantis Adventure Station. The ticket costs AED 30 if you want to return the ticket. A single ride ticket will cost AED 15.
Palm Jumeirah Monorail Timings:
Monorail train service starts at 9 Am. The first train leaves the Gateway Station at 9 Am, and the last train leaves Gateway Station at 8.45 Pm. At Atlantis Station the first train leaves at 9.15 Am, and the last one leaves at 10.00 Pm.
Monorail trains leave every 15 minutes from Gateway and Atlantis Station. The train serves 7 days a week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palm Jumeirah open for the public?
Yes, Palm Jumeirah is open for 24 hours. But the hotels, malls, retails may vary.
How much is the monorail Dubai?
Monorail single trip cost is AED 15 per person.
Is Palm Jumeirah free?
Yes, but you need a monorail ticket to visit around.
How do I get to Atlantis Dubai by monorail?
Go to Gateway Station Tower and buy a ticket for the monorail. The train will bring you to Atlantis Station.