Why go
Buses matter when a destination is outside walking distance of a metro or tram stop. They can turn rail into a useful door-to-door journey, particularly across neighbourhoods without their own station. The network also uses air-conditioned shelters at many stops, an important consideration in Dubai's heat.
What to look for
- Some bus routes serve as feeders for metro stations.
- Many stops use air-conditioned passenger shelters.
- The bus system is operated by the Roads and Transport Authority.
Useful to know
- Use buses to bridge the last leg from a metro or tram station to a district destination.
- Check the RTA journey planner for current route numbers, stop locations and service times.