New Bus Service Between Dubai and Abu Dhabi: What You Need to Know
Assalamu Alaikum! There's a new bus route connecting Dubai and Abu Dhabi that you might find useful. The direct bus runs from Al Quoz Bus Station in Dubai to Mohamed bin Zayed City Bus Station in Abu Dhabi, and the one-way ticket costs 25 dirhams (about $6.80).
The service runs four times a day in each direction at 8am, 11am, 2pm, and 5pm, with the route number CX01. This new route comes from a collaboration between Capital Express, which operates public transport in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, and Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority.
Raed Zaidan from Capital Express mentioned that this bus service started on September 1 to help make daily travel between the two emirates easier, reduce traffic on the highways, and support the UAE’s goal of expanding intercity public transportation. Passengers can expect a safe and comfortable trip that saves time and is affordable.
The bus stops are strategically chosen: Al Quoz is a mixed area in Dubai with residential neighborhoods, factories, and a creative arts district, while Mohamed bin Zayed City is a growing suburb in Abu Dhabi with homes, schools, malls, and easy access to airports and highways.
With more families and workers traveling daily between these areas, this direct bus route offers a reliable and efficient option without the hassle of transfers or stops in between. Depending on how many people use the service, more trips may be added in the future. Capital Express also plans to expand to other cities in the UAE and the Gulf region.
This launch is part of a bigger effort to improve public transport across the UAE, including the upcoming Dubai Metro Blue Line and possibilities for a tram network in Abu Dhabi. Bus routes have been upgraded and new ones introduced for easier travel between cities like Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah.
Also, the Etihad Rail passenger network is expected to start in 2026 with stations in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Fujairah. The Mohamed bin Zayed City stop is expected to connect well with this rail network in the future, making travel even more convenient.
For now, you can also find bus services between Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station and Dubai on routes E100 and E101.
May Allah make travel easy and safe for everyone!
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