Hon Thom Cable Car by Scooter: The Complete Phu Quoc Ride
By Alex Nguyen · Updated June 2026 · 6 min read
The Hon Thom cable car stretches nearly eight kilometres across open sea between An Thoi peninsula and Hon Thom island — the longest over-sea cable car in the world. Riding there by scooter from Duong Dong puts the whole south of Phu Quoc within reach, and the southern route itself is one of the most scenic drives on the island.
Getting to An Thoi Cable Car Station by Scooter
An Thoi cable car station sits at the southern tip of Phu Quoc, roughly 25 km from Duong Dong town centre. The ride along National Road 46B takes about 35–40 minutes on a clear day, passing rice paddies, black-pepper farms, and roadside stalls selling fresh coconut water. The road surface is smooth the whole way, so any automatic scooter handles it comfortably.
Keep heading south through An Thoi town — the station signs appear well before the terminal, and Google Maps navigates the final stretch reliably. The road widens into a multi-lane approach as you near the terminal complex, making the last few hundred metres the easiest of the whole ride. Free 24/7 delivery means a bike can be waiting at your hotel before you have your first coffee, so you lose no daylight hours getting started.
Fuel up in Duong Dong or in An Thoi town before the terminal — petrol stations thin out as you approach the southernmost tip of the island. A full tank from Duong Dong is more than enough for the round trip, with reserve left for a Sunset Town detour on the way back.
Parking at the An Thoi Terminal
The An Thoi cable car terminal has a dedicated motorbike parking area directly outside the main entrance, operated by attendants who are on duty during the terminal's opening hours. A small parking fee is charged on site — check the current amount with the attendant when you arrive, as it is not fixed in advance. Your scooter stays safely on the mainland while you make the crossing to Hon Thom island.
Lock your helmet to the bike using the built-in frame lock — it is standard practice at Phu Quoc attractions and keeps your gear secure. If you bring a day bag, take it into the cable car cabin with you; the island has sandy beach paths and shaded hiking trails, so a light backpack is far more useful than a bag left hanging at the terminal.
The terminal building itself has a ticketing hall, small food kiosks, and waiting areas with air conditioning. Arriving 20–30 minutes before you plan to board gives you time to buy tickets, use the facilities, and find a good seat in the cable car queue without rushing.
Riding the World's Longest Over-Sea Cable Car
The cable car stretches across open water between An Thoi peninsula and Hon Thom island — one of the world's longest over-sea cable car crossings. Each cabin carries a group of passengers on a scenic glide above the waves, and the one-way ride across the bay takes a comfortable stretch of time you will want to savour rather than rush.
Views from the cabin sweep across the entire southern Phu Quoc archipelago. On clear mornings you can clearly spot Hon Roi, Hon May Rut, and the shimmering open channels between them — islands that shelter some of the richest coral reefs in southern Vietnam. The sea directly below turns from turquoise in the shallows to deep sapphire above the channel floor, and the colour gradient is most vivid in the first two hours after sunrise.
The cable car runs on a single continuous loop, so there is no separate return station — you board the same terminal building on Hon Thom to come back. Cabins depart frequently during busy periods, so the wait between rides is rarely long. Check current operating times locally on the day you visit, as schedules shift with public holidays and weather conditions.
What to Do on Hon Thom Island
Hon Thom — whose name means Pineapple Island in Vietnamese — is home to VinWonders Hon Thom Nature Park, a large-scale resort and entertainment complex that occupies most of the island's developed area. The park includes a water park with multiple slides, an oceanarium with a walk-through tunnel, a beach club, and rides for children and adults alike. Ticket options and seasonal combo packages vary; check the current choices at the cable car terminal before committing, as the full park ticket and the cable car ticket are usually sold separately.
Outside the theme park boundary, Hon Thom has unspoiled hillside paths that climb to viewpoints above the tree canopy, looking out over the whole An Thoi archipelago. The island stretches roughly two kilometres from end to end, which means you can walk the full length comfortably in under an hour and still have time for a swim.
The An Thoi archipelago — the scatter of islands you fly over during the cable car crossing — ranks among the best coral snorkelling destinations in Vietnam. Many visitors combine a morning Hon Thom cable car trip with an afternoon island-hopping boat tour that departs from An Thoi pier, only a short walk from the cable car terminal. Boat tour operators line the pier; agree on an itinerary and price before boarding.
Best Time to Visit and Combining with Sunset Town
The cable car operates year-round, but the dry season from November to April brings the calmest seas, the clearest skies, and the best visibility from the cabin. Peak midday heat and the largest tour groups both arrive around 11 am, so an early-morning start — aiming to board before 9:30 am — gives you the crossing in the best light and the island before the crowds.
After returning to An Thoi, Sunset Town is only about 2 km north — a comfortable five-minute scooter ride. Sunset Town is the dining and entertainment promenade adjacent to Grand World Phu Quoc, built in a European harbour style with waterfront restaurants, live-music bars, and a photogenic arched bridge overlooking the bay. Catching the sunset here after a morning on Hon Thom makes for a full, unhurried day that needs just one tank of fuel. Our southern Phu Quoc route guide has a mapped itinerary that links both stops.
If you are renting for multiple days, save the north for another morning: Ganh Dau cape, Phu Quoc National Park, and the night market at Duong Dong all reward a dedicated ride of their own. A two-day circuit — south on day one, north on day two — covers the island's highlights without feeling rushed.
Book Your Scooter from GoBike Phu Quoc
Our fleet includes fully automatic scooters — Honda Vision, Airblade, Lead, PCX, and SH Mode — all maintained regularly and well suited to the smooth tarmac of Route 46B. Semi-automatic options like the Honda Wave and Yamaha Nouvo are available if you prefer gears. Rentals start from $4 per day with no deposit required and free 24/7 delivery to your hotel or to the Phu Quoc airport.
Reach us on WhatsApp at +84 94 852 31 39 to check availability and arrange a delivery time. During high season (December through February) we strongly recommend booking in advance online — demand is high, and your preferred model may not be available on short notice. Once your bike is sorted, the road to An Thoi and the world's longest over-sea cable car is just a smooth 40-minute ride away.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the An Thoi cable car station from Duong Dong town?
An Thoi station is approximately 25 km south of Duong Dong, Phu Quoc's main town. By scooter along National Road 46B the ride takes around 35–40 minutes on smooth tarmac.
How long is the Hon Thom cable car crossing?
The Hon Thom cable car is one of the world's longest over-sea cable car crossings, spanning several kilometres above open sea. The one-way ride is a scenic journey across the bay — check current times and ticket info at the terminal on the day you visit.
Is there safe parking for a scooter at the cable car terminal?
Yes — the An Thoi terminal has a supervised motorbike parking area outside the main entrance with attendants on duty during operating hours. A small parking fee applies; confirm the current amount with the attendant on arrival.
Can I visit Hon Thom island without buying a theme park ticket?
Yes, the cable car ticket and the VinWonders Hon Thom Nature Park ticket are typically sold separately, so you can cross to the island and enjoy the beach and hiking trails without purchasing park entry. Confirm the current ticketing structure at the terminal on the day.
What is the best time of year to ride to the Hon Thom cable car?
November to April is the dry season in Phu Quoc, offering calm seas, clear skies, and the best visibility from the cable car cabin. Arriving before 9:30 am avoids the midday heat and the largest tour-group crowds.