New Dubai to Sharjah Bus Route Launching on May 2 + Major RTA Bus Route Updates

Exciting news for commuters! Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a brand-new intercity bus service between Dubai and Sharjah, along with updates to several existing bus routes. Here’s everything you need to know.

New Bus Route E308: Dubai to Sharjah

Starting Friday, May 2, the new Route E308 will connect Stadium Bus Station in Dubai with Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah.
The fare for a one-way trip is set at Dh12 per passenger, offering an affordable and convenient option for daily commuters between the two emirates.

Changes to Existing Bus Routes

In addition to launching Route E308, the RTA is making several improvements to other bus routes to enhance the overall commuting experience. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changing starting May 2:

• 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 better serve Dubai Festival City.

• Route 56: Extended to reach the DWC Staff Village.

• Routes 66 & 67: New stop added at Al Ruwayah Farm area.

• Route 32C: Service between Al Jafiliya Bus Station and Al Satwa Bus Station has been curtailed. Passengers can use Route F27 to continue to Al Satwa.

• Route C26: The bus stop has moved 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 re-routed 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 the 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.

RTA’s Vision for Better Public Transport

According to Adel Shakeri, Director of Planning and Business Development at RTA’s Public Transport Agency, these changes are part of a broader effort to expand and integrate Dubai’s public transportation network. The goal is to make public transport the preferred way to get around by improving connectivity between buses, metro, trams, and marine transport options.

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