Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced today that it is launching a new intercity bus service, Route E308, connecting Stadium Bus Station in Dubai to Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah, effective May 2, 2025. The fare for a one-way journey is set at AED12.
Adel Shakeri, director of planning and business development at RTA’s public transport agency, reiterated the RTA’s commitment to expanding the public bus network and improving its integration with other transit modes, such as the metro, tram and marine transport. Enhancing intermodal connectivity is central to positioning public transport as the preferred choice for mobility across the emirate.
Additional route enhancements announced
Effective from May 2, RTA will also implement enhancements to several bus routes across Dubai by rerouting services to offer passengers a smoother, more efficient and comfortable commuting experience. The improved routes include:
- Route 17: Now terminates at Baniyas Square Metro Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station.
- Route 24: Re-routed within the Al Nahda 1 area.
- Route 44: Re-routed from Al Rebat Street to serve Dubai Festival City.
- Route 56: Extended to reach DWC Staff Village.
- Routes 66 & 67: A new stop added at Al Ruwayah Farm area.
- Route 32C: RTA has curtailed the service between Al Jafiliya Bus Station and Al Satwa Bus Station. Passengers travelling to Al Satwa may use Route F27 for continued service.
- Route C26: RTA has moved the bus stop from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2.
- Route E16: Now terminates at Union Bus Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station.
- Route F12: The section between Al Satwa Roundabout and Al Wasl Park has been curtailed; the route is now rerouted via Kuwait Street.
- Route F27: Bus stop relocated from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2.
- Route F47: Re-routed within Jebel Ali Industrial Area.
- Route F54: Extended to serve the new JAFZA South labour camp.
- Route X92: Bus stop moved from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 1.
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RTA explores electric bus operations
Earlier this month, the RTA launched the pilot operation of a new electric bus on Route F13, a feeder service to metro stations. The route starts from Al Quoz Bus Depot and passes through key destinations, including Burj Khalifa, The Palace Downtown Hotel and Dubai Fountain, before terminating at the Dubai Mall Metro Bus Stop (South).
“The technologies integrated into the new electric bus, manufactured by Volvo, will enable RTA teams to collect data that supports the adoption of new concepts and specifications for future buses, enhancing both performance and safety throughout the journey,” stated Marwan Al Zarooni, director of buses at RTA’s Public Transport Agency.
He explained that through this trial, RTA will monitor the environmental benefits of operating the electric bus within the Public Transport Agency’s fleet on a high-demand route with actual passengers. Dubai’s RTA aims to operate smart, eco-friendly public transport systems supported by innovative technology, reinforcing its commitment to transforming all public transport into zero-emission mobility by 2050. This initiative ensures seamless and sustainable transportation across Dubai.
