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Life in Dubai · Practical guide

Dubai metro and buses: a newcomer guide

A practical route through a common Dubai life and property question. Requirements change, so start by checking the official source.

Official source: RTA Dubai

Source for current requirements and facts: RTA Dubai. We do not insert unverified fees or timelines.

What to check, in order

  1. 1

    Plan the full route

    Check stations, interchanges and the last mile through official RTA services.

  2. 2

    Choose the right travel card

    Verify current card types and zones on RTA before topping up.

  3. 3

    Check operating hours

    Schedules vary by day and holidays, so verify before travel.

  4. 4

    Compare neighbourhoods

    When choosing a home, measure door-to-door time rather than map distance to a station.

Fees and timelines may change — verify with the official source.

Who provides this service in Dubai

Real companies from Google Maps — live ratings and reviews.

Public Transport Agency (RTA)

4.3(1810)

7CH8+H2H - Muhaisanah Fourth - Muhaisnah - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Al Fahidi Marine Transport Station - Information & Ticket Office

4.5(74)

Bur Dubai Site - beside D84 - Al Souq Al Kabeer - Dubai Creek Area - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Deira Old Souk Marine Transport Station - Information & Ticket Office

4.5(550)

Dubai - Al Ras - Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

RTA Customer Happiness Center - Al Barsha

4.5(646)

General Department of Traffic Bldg - Sheikh Zayed Rd - Al Qouz Ind.third - Al Quoz - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

RTA Customer Happiness Center - Umm Ramool

4.5(731)

Marrakech St - opp. Emirates Metro Station - Umm Al Ramool - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dubai Festival City Marine Transport Station - Information & Ticket Office

4.3(23)

Al Kheeran - Dubai Festival City - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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