Etihad Rail is the UAE's national railway network, with Stage 2 connecting Abu Dhabi to Dubai completed in 2023-2024. Trains operate at up to 200 km/h across the desert landscape of the UAE, currently serving freight with passenger services planned. The full network will eventually connect all seven Emirates and link to Saudi Arabia and Oman.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abu Dhabi Khalifa Port Station Abu Dhabi | Start | 08:00 |
| 2 | Jebel Ali Station Dubai | 09:00 | 09:05 |
| 3 | Dubai Expo Station (Etihad Rail) Dubai | 09:20 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official United Arab Emirates railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Etihad Rail is the UAE's national railway network, with Stage 2 connecting Abu Dhabi to Dubai completed in 2023-2024. Trains operate at up to 200 km/h across the desert landscape of the UAE, currently serving freight with passenger services planned. The full network will eventually connect all seven Emirates and link to Saudi Arabia and Oman.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 3 stops with a total journey time of approximately 1h 20m.
Available travel classes include Standard. Fares start from AED 18 for Standard.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
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Etihad Rail Abu Dhabi–Dubai departs at 08:00 and arrives at the final destination at 09:20. Total journey time is approximately 1h 20m. Always verify current timings with United Arab Emirates Railways before travelling.
Etihad Rail Abu Dhabi–Dubai fares start from approximately 18 (economy class). Book at official website for the latest prices.
Book Etihad Rail Abu Dhabi–Dubai tickets at official website, the official United Arab Emirates Railways booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
Etihad Rail Abu Dhabi–Dubai makes 3 stops. The route starts at Abu Dhabi Khalifa Port Station and ends at Dubai Expo Station (Etihad Rail). Major intermediate stops include Jebel Ali Station.
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the United Arab Emirates Railways website or app before booking.