Dubai, UAE – The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a new intercity bus service between Dubai and Sharjah, set to begin operations on Friday, May 2. The E308 route will connect Stadium Bus Station (Dubai) to Al Jubail Bus Station (Sharjah) at a fare of AED 12 per trip. Alongside this addition, several existing bus routes will undergo adjustments to enhance efficiency and passenger convenience.
New Dubai-Sharjah Bus Route: E308
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Route: Stadium Metro Station (Dubai) → Al Jubail Bus Station (Sharjah).
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Fare: AED 12 (one-way).
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Objective: Improve intercity connectivity and reduce travel time between the two emirates.
Key Changes to Dubai Bus Routes (Effective May 2)
To streamline services and integrate better with metro/tram networks, the RTA has modified several routes:
Route Adjustments in Central Dubai
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Route 17: Now ends at Baniyas Square Metro Station (previously Al Sabkha).
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Route 24: Re-routed within Al Nahda 1.
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Route 44: Diverted via Al Rebat Street to serve Dubai Festival City.
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Route 56: Extended to DWC Staff Village.
Updates in Western Dubai & Jebel Ali
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Routes 66 & 67: New stop added at Al Ruwayah Farm.
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Route F47: Adjusted within Jebel Ali Industrial Area.
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Route F54: Extended to JAFZA South Labour Camp.
Metro-Linked Route Changes
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Routes 32C, C26, F27, X92: Stops relocated from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side (Bus Stops 1 & 2).
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Route E16: Terminates at Union Bus Station (instead of Al Sabkha).
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Route F12: Now operates via Kuwait Street, skipping Al Wasl Park.
RTA’s Vision for Seamless Public Transport
Adel Shakeri, Director of Planning and Business Development at RTA’s Public Transport Agency, emphasized:
“Enhancing intermodal connectivity between buses, metro, and marine transport is critical to making public transit the top choice for Dubai residents.”
FAQs
Q: What is the fare for the Dubai-Sharjah E308 bus?
A: AED 12 per one-way trip.
Q: Where can I board the E308 bus in Dubai?
A: At Stadium Metro Station’s bus terminal.
Q: Are there changes to metro-linked bus routes?
A: Yes—several stops (e.g., Al Jafiliya) have shifted to Max Metro Land Side for better integration.
Wrapping Up
The new E308 bus and route optimizations aim to deliver a faster, smoother commute for Dubai-Sharjah travelers while supporting the UAE’s sustainable mobility goals.The launch of the new Dubai-Sharjah intercity bus service on May 2 marks another step towards improving public transportation between the two bustling emirates.
By offering a more convenient, efficient, and affordable travel option, the new route is expected to ease traffic congestion and enhance connectivity for daily commuters. This initiative highlights the UAE’s ongoing commitment to developing sustainable and user-friendly transport solutions for its growing population.
