Sentosa Island offers an efficient and varied transport system that makes getting from one attraction to another easy and quick. Whether you’re staying for a few hours or the whole day, understanding the options available can help you spend less time figuring out logistics and more time enjoying the island.
Sentosa Transport Overview
There are three primary ways to get around Sentosa:
- Buses – Internal shuttles and a public route
- Trams – A beach shuttle service covering coastal spots
- Walking Trails – Scenic routes and boardwalks
Visitors can travel for free within Sentosa via shuttle buses and the Beach Shuttle. Fees only apply when entering the island from mainland Singapore or using certain point-to-point services.
Free and Paid Transport Options
- Free:
- Sentosa Express (within the island)
- Sentosa Buses A and B
- Beach Shuttle
- Paid:
- Sentosa Express from VivoCity (entry fare)
- Public Bus 123
- Private cars and taxis
- Sentosa Cove Shuttle
Sentosa Shuttle Buses
Sentosa’s bus routes provide wide coverage across key destinations including attractions, resorts, and beaches. All internal shuttles are free for passengers already on the island.
Bus A – Western Loop
- Route: Beach Station → Imbiah Lookout → Siloso Point → Resorts World Sentosa → Beach Station
- Frequency: Every 7–15 minutes
- Operating Hours: 7:00 AM – 12:10 AM daily
Covers sites such as Madame Tussauds, Skyline Luge, Siloso Beach, and Universal Studios.
Bus B – Eastern Loop
- Route: Beach Station → Palawan Beach → Sentosa Golf Club → Sentosa Cove / W Hotel → Beach Station
- Frequency: Similar to Bus A
- Note: No stop at W Singapore/Quayside Isle after 10:00 PM
Ideal for guests visiting Palawan Beach, families heading to HydroDash, or golfers at Sentosa Golf Club.
Sentosa Cove Shuttle
- Route: HarbourFront Bus Interchange ↔ Sentosa Cove Village
- Fare: $3 per ride
- Timing: 6:30 AM – 10:30 PM
- Interval: Every 30 minutes during peak hours
This service caters to visitors heading directly from the mainland to Sentosa Cove.
Public Bus Access
Bus 123
- Route: Central Singapore → Sentosa → Beach Station
- Stops in Sentosa:
- Resorts World Sentosa
- Merlion Plaza
- Opposite Merlion Plaza
- Beach Station (final stop)
- Fares: Standard distance-based fares apply
This is the only public service that runs directly into Sentosa. It connects key MRT stations including Tiong Bahru and Orchard.
Beach Shuttle Trams
Also called the Beach Tram, this is a hop-on-hop-off service that loops around the southern coast of the island.
Beach Shuttle Overview
- Stops: 20 stops total including:
- Bikini Bar
- Siloso Beach Resort
- Mega Adventure
- Palawan Beach
- Operating Hours:
- Daily: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Fridays & Sundays: Last tram at 9:30 PM
- Saturdays: Service runs until 11:30 PM
No fare is charged for this tram service. Great for short trips between beach attractions without waiting long.
Walking Routes and Trails
Sentosa has well-maintained walkways, nature trails, and boardwalks designed for pedestrians. These routes give access to coastal views, forested terrain, and historical sites.
Sentosa Boardwalk
- Length: 600 meters
- Route: VivoCity Shopping Mall → Sentosa
- Features:
- Covered sections with travellators
- Coastline views
- Public art displays
Ideal for visitors entering the island on foot. Offers an affordable and scenic alternative to the monorail.
Nature Trails
1. Coastal Trail
- Length: 1.8km
- Starting Point: Bus station at Siloso Road’s end
- Features:
- Shoreline scenery
- Walk or cycle
- Less crowded path
2. Imbiah Trail
- Length: 2.3km
- Terrain: Forested with natural slopes
- Highlights:
- Waterfalls
- Old monorail tracks
- Wildlife sightings
Provides a quiet break from busy beaches with forest sounds and shade.
3. Fort Siloso Skywalk
- Height: 11 meters above ground
- Experience:
- Treetop views
- Access to Fort Siloso
- Connects to heritage trails
This walk links nature with history, leading into restored WWII structures and exhibits.
Sentosa Heritage Trails
These self-guided trails include signage, maps, and themed paths exploring various aspects of the island’s past.
Heritage Trail Routes
– Kampong and Barracks
- Duration: ~2 hours
- Distance: 3km
- Focus: Former military barracks and colonial-era recreation zones
– Forts Trail
- Duration: ~2 hours
- Distance: 2.5km
- Focus: Fort Siloso and surrounding military installations
– Memories of Sentosa
- Duration: ~1.5 hours
- Distance: 2km
- Focus: Former leisure sites and entertainment zones
Each route is marked and walkable, designed for independent visitors or small groups with interest in heritage.
Planning Tip
A downloadable Sentosa Discovery Guide is available from the island’s official website. It contains maps, tram routes, walking paths, and attraction details. Free physical copies are also available at Guest Services counters.
Getting around Sentosa is straightforward whether you travel by tram, bus, or on foot. Each mode serves a distinct experience—beachside access, forest immersion, or quick transfers between major attractions. With no island-wide fare system, most routes cost nothing once inside. Transport is synchronized with visitor flows, giving both first-time guests and returning locals a smooth way to see more in less time.
