How long is the cable car ride to Sentosa?

Travelling at a speed of 5 metres per second (16 ft/s), it takes about 15 minutes for a continuous ride from Mount Faber to Sentosa.



The duration of a cable car ride to Sentosa depends on your starting point within the Singapore Cable Car Sky Network. If you board at Mount Faber (the highest point) and travel to the Sentosa station, the journey takes approximately 12 to 15 minutes. This scenic route includes a stop at the HarbourFront station, where you glide over the cruise terminal and the forest. Once you arrive on the island, you can also use the separate Sentosa Line, which takes about 10 to 12 minutes to traverse the island's interior, connecting Merlion, Imbiah Lookout, and Siloso Point. In 2026, the cable car remains a premium way to enter the island, offering a 360-degree aerial view of the Singapore skyline and the busy shipping lanes. While it is slower than the Sentosa Express monorail or a taxi, the "pro-tip" is to time your ride for sunset or evening to see the island's attractions illuminated from above, making the commute a highlight of your visit rather than just a transit link.

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