Etihad Rail expands travel accessibility across the UAE with new station openings

With the opening of two new stations, Etihad Rail has become more accessible for residents of the United Arab Emirates wishing to travel across the country by train. On Wednesday, the long-awaited Al Yalais station in Dubai and the Al Dhaid station in Sharjah were presented to the public. Due to high demand, the company announced the addition of six extra routes for weekends.

Which cities can be visited?

The routes cover cities such as Fujairah, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Al Dhaid.

Train Timings

The service schedules differ depending on weekdays and weekends. Detailed timetables are provided below.

Parking at Stations

Parking is available at all network stations. Detailed conditions are listed below:

Mohammed Bin Zayed City Station, Abu Dhabi

There are 258 available spots, eight of which are reserved for electric vehicles. Parking management is handled by Darb. The first 15 minutes are free. After that, parking costs 5 dirhams per hour for up to three hours. A usage fee of 15 dirhams applies for use up to 24 hours. Multi-day parking costs 20 dirhams per day. Vehicles entering between 2 am and 6 am must pay for 24 hours of use at 20 dirhams. Payments are debited from the Darb wallet; users without an account can pay via QR code. Payment must be made within 24 hours to avoid fines.

Al Yalais Station, Dubai

The total number of parking spaces is 265. The service is managed by Parkin, and rates apply 24/7 throughout the week, including public holidays. The first 15 minutes are free, after which there is a charge of 5 dirhams per hour. For vehicles parked for 5 hours or more, a daily rate of 30 dirhams applies. Overnight parking from 1 am to 5 am costs 40 dirhams. Payment can be made through the Parkin app within one day; otherwise, a fine of 150 dirhams will be imposed.

Al Dhaid Station

Al Dhaid Station offers free parking for 26 vehicles.

Fujairah Station

The station has 263 spots, charged at 10 dirhams per day.

Passenger Transport Options

Passengers have numerous transportation options from all stations:

Mohammed Bin Zayed City Station, Abu Dhabi: Three shuttles are provided. These must be booked when purchasing a train ticket, and the cost is 10 dirhams per person. They transport passengers to the following locations: Reem Mall, Reem Island (55-minute journey); Adnek Centre, Al Raudah (30-minute journey); ADNOC Headquarters, Corniche (45-minute journey). Shuttles operate from 7 am until 9 pm in both directions. Detailed schedules for weekdays and weekends are available on the Etihad Rail website.
Al Yalais Station, Dubai: Travelers can reach the station via the Jumeirah Golf Estates metro pedestrian bridge or by shuttle. Shuttle F38 is also available for trips to Production City and Dubai Sports City. For those planning to explore Dubai, a Nol One-Day Pass starting from 22 dirhams can be purchased. This allows combining inter-emirate train journeys with unlimited rides on the metro, tram, and bus network.
Al Dhaid Station: Three buses depart from this station, running to the bus stations in Jubail, Al Saja, and Al Madam.
Fujairah Station: The Etihad Rail bus stop is only 35 meters from the station.

Additionally, taxi hailing and car rental services are available at all stations.

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Etihad Rail tickets from Dubai to Abu Dhabi available from September 30

Ticket booking has started for passengers planning to travel on Etihad Rail from the station in Dubai. Users can purchase tickets through the official Etihad Rail website or mobile application.

The fare from Dubai to Abu Dhabi starts from 39 dirhams per person. The first train running between Dubai and Abu Dhabi departs at 6:15 AM.

It was previously announced that the station in Dubai, officially named Al Jalais Station, is scheduled to open on September 30, 2026. Simultaneously, the Al Dhaid station in Sharjah will also open.

The new station is located in the Jumeirah Golf Estates area, near Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311). This provides convenient access for areas such as Al Furjan, Dubai Investment Park, and Dubai South.

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Etihad Rail Network Updates: Dubai Station Opening, Metro and Abu Dhabi Airport Connectivity

With the upcoming opening of the Etihad Rail station in Dubai in a few weeks, numerous updates have emerged regarding the country's national railway network. The long-awaited station, located in Al Yaylais, will connect the emirate with stations in Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, which began operating earlier this year.

Five key changes concerning the development of rail transport have been revealed. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai confirmed the possibility of a second Etihad Rail station in the emirate, adding to the already confirmed 11 stations. Although the location of this potential station has not yet been announced, the Dubai railway network map for 2032, published in April, indicates its placement in Meydan. This station will be integrated with the future Dubai Gold Line Metro, which is planned for completion in 2032.

Additional details were presented this week about the planned high-speed train between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. According to RTA data, this high-speed service will have two stations in Dubai: one at Al Maktoum International Airport and another at Al Jaddafah. While exact launch dates are not available, it will reduce travel time from Dubai to Abu Dhabi to 30 minutes. Whereas regular Etihad Rail trains operate at a speed of 200 km/h, the high-speed service will run at 350 km/h.

Dubai is working to ensure seamless connectivity between Etihad Rail and metro stations. At a press briefing, Mattar Al Tayyar, Director-General and Chairman of the RTA Executive Council, explained how the agency is collaborating with Etihad Rail to simplify passenger movement. A special pedestrian bridge is being constructed that will directly connect the Etihad Rail station to the Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro station on the Red Line, ensuring smooth transfers.

On Wednesday, Dubai approved a new 80-kilometer Fourth Corridor, which will run from Al Faya Road in Abu Dhabi to Al Shanouf Road in Sharjah. This highway will be connected to Etihad Rail and is expected to reduce travel time by up to 60%, serving over 3.1 million people.

The railway network has entered into an agreement with Etihad Airways to integrate services. Both entities will study the feasibility of dedicated shuttle services between Mohammed Bin Zayed Passenger Station and Zayed International Airport. This will facilitate convenient transfers for passengers between the airport and Etihad Rail. The Memorandum of Understanding signed during the Arabian Travel Market also covers integrated booking options for air and rail tickets.

The Dubai station is scheduled to open on September 30, alongside the Al Daid station in Sharjah. The journey between Abu Dhabi and Dubai will take approximately 57 minutes, reducing travel time by 40%. Passengers will be able to use their existing Nol cards to pay for travel across the entire rail network following the agreement signed between RTA and Etihad Rail in February 2024.