How to Go to Palm Jumeirah & Atlantis by Metro
Quick answer: Metro → Tram → Monorail. Take the Red Line to Sobha Realty or DMCC, ride the Dubai Tram to its Palm Jumeirah stop, then the Palm Monorail up the trunk to Atlantis. Total: about AED 20–30 and 60–75 minutes from central Dubai.
Step-by-Step
- Red Line to Sobha Realty (or DMCC). Cross the footbridge to the tram platform; the transfer counts as one Nol journey.
- Tram to Palm Jumeirah stop (4–5 stops, ~12 minutes, AED 3 flat if boarded within the 30-min transfer window it merges with your metro fare).
- Walk the short link to Palm Gateway — the monorail's base station.
- Palm Monorail to Atlantis Aquaventure station — separate ticket (roughly AED 10–20 one way; day passes available), ~10 minutes with postcard views down the fronds.
Costs Compared
| Route | Cost (approx.) | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Metro + Tram + Monorail | AED 20–30 | 60–75 min |
| Taxi from Downtown | AED 70–100 | 30–45 min |
| Metro to Sobha Realty + taxi | AED 40–55 | ~45 min |
Good to Know
- The monorail is outside the Nol system — buy its ticket at Palm Gateway (cheaper online/return fares often available).
- For The Pointe fountain views or hotels on the fronds, a short taxi from Palm Gateway beats walking — the Palm is far bigger than it looks.
- Heading to JBR beach instead? Same start, different branch: see the JBR guide.
Planning more journeys? Start from the updated Dubai Metro mapDubai Metro map — every line, station and fare zone on one page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Dubai Metro go to Palm Jumeirah?
Not directly. Take the Red Line to Sobha Realty or DMCC, the Dubai Tram to its Palm Jumeirah stop, then the Palm Monorail up the island to Atlantis.
How much is the Palm Monorail?
Roughly AED 10–20 one way depending on ticket type, with return and day passes available. It is a separate system — Nol cards are not valid on the monorail.
How long does it take to reach Atlantis by public transport?
About 60–75 minutes from central Dubai using metro + tram + monorail, versus 30–45 minutes by taxi at several times the price.