A Fun Way to Commute: Your Guide to The Singapore Cable Car
Singapore’s public transport system is widely known for its extensive bus network and efficient MRT system, but did you know there’s another way to commute around the island? I’m referring to the cable car system in Singapore.
Riding the cable car is undeniably a fun way to travel. You’ll get a stunning bird’s eye view of Singapore while commuting!
If you don’t know where to get started with Singapore’s cable car system, allow me to help you. In this article, I’ve detailed everything you need to know—where you can find a cable car, where you can go from there, and more!
A Brief History of the Singapore Cable Car
The Singapore Cable Car is a gondola lift system that connects the mainland of Singapore to the resort island of Sentosa across the Keppel Harbor.
The idea for this way of traveling came up in 1968 as the government was planning for different tourism projects for Singapore. Eventually, the idea was approved, and construction began in 1972.
The cable car system was opened to the public in 1974, making it the second aerial ropeway system in the world at the time to span a harbor (behind the Port Vell Aerial Tramway in Barcelona).
Now, the system is considered a tourist attraction in Singapore because of the panoramic views it offers.
Where to Find the Cable Car System in Singapore
As of now, the Singapore Cable Car system only has two lines: Mount Faber and Sentosa. Each line has three stations, and the total number of cabins used for both lines is 67.
Here’s a more thorough breakdown of each cable car system line in Singapore.
Mount Faber Line
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Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday—8:45 am to 10 pm (last boarding at 9:30 pm)
The Mount Faber Line was the first line created for the cable car system in Singapore. It connects the Singapore mainland and Sentosa, and its stations include Mount Faber, HarbourFront, and Sentosa.
How to Get to the Mount Faber Line Stations
Sentosa Line
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Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday—8:45 am to 10 pm (last boarding at 9:30 pm)
The Sentosa Line is a relatively new addition to the cable car system in Singapore. It was only opened to the public on July 14, 2015.
This line is meant to connect the western part of Sentosa to its northern part.
This system line has three stations: Merlion, Imbiah Lookout, and Siloso.
How to Get to the Sentosa Line Stations
Since there are no MRT stations within Sentosa Island, you can choose to walk or ride a shuttle bus or beach tram.
The Imbiah Lookout is likely the first Sentosa Line station you’ll come across since it’s just five minutes away from Sentosa Station on foot. As for the Merlion Station, it’s just three minutes away from Imbiah if you ride the Sentosa Express monorail.
Keep in mind that the Sentosa Line doesn’t cover the entirety of the island. So, you’ll definitely have to ride the bus or beach trams if you want to explore as many places here as possible.
Ticket Price for the Cable Car in Singapore
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If you’re interested in riding a cable car in Singapore, there are six types of tickets you can choose from. These tickets are as follows:
Cable Car Sky Pass is applicable for both Mount Faber and Sentosa Lines. If you get the unlimited pass, you can ride the cable car at both lines multiple times within one day.
Sky Dining: Fine Dining in the Skies
The cable car isn’t just a mode of transportation; it’s also the perfect spot for a romantic time with your partner or a quality bonding time with your family. Mount Faber offers Sky Dining, which lets you enjoy fine dining on a cable car.
With Sky Dining, you’ll have a four-course meal, which includes a cured fjord trout, curried mussel chowder soup, beef short ribs or Maine lobster, and beet and Greek yogurt torte.
The price for Sky Dining starts at S$138 per person, and that’s already inclusive of a round trip.