abu dhabi to dubai bus timings

Abu Dhabi To Dubai Bus Timings

The bus service between Abu Dhabi and Dubai is a convenient and affordable public transport option for travelers looking to make the journey between the two cities in the United Arab Emirates.

The bus serviceis operated by the Dubai Road and Transport Authority (RTA) and runs several times a day from the Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to Dubai, with stops at various points along the way. The journey takes around two hours, depending on traffic.

The buses are modern and comfortable, with air conditioning and plenty of legroom. They also have free Wi-Fi, so you can stay connected while you travel. The buses are equipped with wheelchair ramps and other accessibility features, making them a suitable option for travelers with disabilities. Here you can find all about Abu Dhabi to Dubai Bus timings, routes and ticket prices.

Abu Dhabi to Dubai Bus Schedule

There are three bus options that connect Abu Dhabi and Dubai, all arriving from :

  • Bus E100: Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to Al Ghubaiba Bus Station
  • Bus E101: Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to Ibn Battuta Station
  • Bus E102: Mussafah Shabiya Bus Station to Ibn Battuta Station. It is currently not operating in 2023.

Bus ticket fare is the same for bus services and you can find full bus timetables below in this article.

  • Ticket fare is 25 AED
  • The buses depart every 20/30 minutes
 
Looking for information on how to travel from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
 
Don’t forget to check your hafilat card balance.

E100 Bus Route Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to Al Ghubaiba Bus Station

  • Route distance: 146 Km
  • Duration: 2:15 hours
  • Departure: Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station 1
  • Arrival: Al Ghubaiba Bus Station 9
  • First bus departs: 4:30 AM
  • Last bus departs: 2:00 AM (next day)

E101 Bus Route Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to Ibn Battuta Bus Station

Abu Dhabi to Dubai Bus Timings [2023]

 Bus E100

  • Monday to Sunday: from 4:30 AM to 2:00 AM

Bus E101

  • Monday to Saturday: from 4:30 AM to 2:00 AM (next day)
  • Saturday: from 6:00 AM to 2:00 AM (next day)
  • Sunday: from 6:20 AM to 2:30 AM (next day)

Bus Timetables

Bus E100 Timetable Monday to Friday

E100_adDEPARTURES.xlsx
DEPARTURE ABU DHABIARRIVAL DUBAISTOPS
4:306:504
5:307:504
6:008:204
6:308:504
7:009:204
7:309:504
8:0210:224
8:3410:544
9:0511:254
9:3511:554
10:0512:254
10:3512:554
11:0513:254
11:3013:504
11:5514:154
12:1514:354
12:4015:004
13:0515:254
13:3515:554
14:0016:204
14:2516:454
14:4517:054
15:0517:254
15:3017:504
15:5518:154
16:2018:404
16:4519:054
17:0519:254
17:3019:504
17:5520:154
18:1520:054
18:4021:004
19:0521:254
19:3521:554
20:0022:164
20:2522:404
20:4522:594
21:1523:274
21:4023:514
22:050:154
22:250:354
22:440:544
23:021:124
23:251:354
23:481:584
0:062:164
0:252:354
0:553:054
1:353:454
2:004:104

Bus E100 Timetable on Saturday and Sunday

E100_adDEPARTURESweekend.xlsx
DEPARTURE ABU DHABIARRIVAL DUBAISTOPS
4:306:504
5:307:504
6:008:204
6:308:504
7:009:204
7:309:504
8:0210:224
8:3010:504
9:0011:204
9:3011:504
10:0012:204
10:3012:504
11:0013:204
11:3013:504
11:5014:104
12:1014:354
12:3014:504
12:5015:104
13:0015:204
13:3015:504
13:5016:104
14:3016:504
14:5017:004
15:0017:204
15:3017:504
15:5018:104
16:1018:304
16:3018:504
16:5019:104
17:1019:304
17:3019:504
17:5020:104
18:1020:304
18:3020:504
18:5021:104
19:1021:304
19:3021:504
19:5022:084
20:1022:264
20:3022:454
20:5023:044
21:1023:234
21:3023:414
21:500:004
22:100:204
22:300:404
22:501:004
23:101:204
23:301:404
23:502:004
0:102:204
0:302:404
0:503:004
1:103:204
1:303:404
2:004:104

Bus E101 Bus Timetable

Make sure to check the bus E101 schedule on the RTA website because the times between buses can vary, so you don’t want to miss out!

Bus Ticket Price [2023]

The one-way ticket price for E100 and E101 bus is 25 AED in 2023.

E100 Bus Stops: Abu Dhabi > Dubai

  1. Abu Dhabi, Central Bus Station 1
  2. Abu Dhabi, Shahama Bus Station
  3. Abu Dhabi, Samha 2
  4. Dubai, Max Metro Bus Stop Landside
  5. Dubai, Department of ports & Customs 2
  6. Dubai, Al Ghubaiba Bus Station 9

E100 Bus Route Map: Abu Dhabi > Dubai

Locate your nearest bus stop in the map.

E101 Bus Stops: Abu Dhabi > Dubai

  1. Abu Dhabi, Central Bus Station 1
  2. Abu Dhabi, Samha 2
  3. Ibn Battuta Station 8

E101 Bus Route Map: Abu Dhabi > Dubai

Locate your nearest bus stop in the map.

Explore Other Travel Alternatives

Flights between Abu Dhabi to Dubai are not currently unavailable.

A faster alternative for traveling from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is by taxi, although the cost is significantly higher at 300 AED (80 USD) in 2023.

Another option is renting a car, which is more expensive than a taxi at 650 AED but provides more flexibility.

FAQ: Abu Dhabi to Dubai Bus Timings

Can I use Hafilat card in Dubai Bus Stations?

No, you can’t use a Hafilat card in Dubai. Hafilat cards are only useful for public transportation in Abu Dhabi. For Dubai, you can use the Nol card instead.

Is there any metro from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?

No, there is no metro line available from Abu Dhabi to Dubai. Only intercity buses are available for travel between the two cities.

Can I use the NOL card at Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station?

No, you can’t use the Nol card in Abu Dhabi. The Nol card can only be used in Dubai.

Can I buy bus tickets with cash?

You can pay for bus tickets in cash only at Abu Dhabi Station. Dubai bus stations only accept payments with the Nol Card.

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