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Press releases
RTA resumes 3 bus routes between Dubai and Sharjah
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, in collaboration with Sharjah’s Roads and Transport Authority, has resumed the operation of three intercity bus service for riders shuttling between the two Emirates.
27/09/2020
Global certification for RTA’s Covid-19 prevention measures
Preventive measures taken byRTA to combat the outbreak of the Covid-19 have gained international recognition from the Norwegian DNV.GL; a reputed international entity in the infection prevention and the management of associated risks.
26/09/2020
Al Tayer: Fast global changes dictate agile approach to challenges, expectations
His Excellency Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), stated that the fast-paced global changes, especially those related to the Covid-19 crisis, had created new situations
24/09/2020
Projects
Opening 4-way footbridge at vital Dubai Marina junction
The bridge boasts of a unique design echoing the urban architecture of the neighbourhood and coastal areas. It stretches 75 metres and handles about 8000 people per hour in all directions.
24/09/2020
Progress rate in upgrading three metro stations clocks 40%
The completion rate of upgrading three stations on the Dubai Metro Red Line namely: Dubai Internet City, Damac Properties and UAE Exchange has reached 40%.
02/09/2020
Opening 740-metre bridge leading to Dubai Creek Harbour
(RTA) opens a flyover leading to the Western entrance of the Dubai Creek – Dubai Creek Harbour; an important phase of the Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Crossing Improvement Project. The project encompasses the improvement of Nadd Al Hamar Street - Ras Al Khor Road intersection, along with extensive improvements of Ras Al Khor Road.
27/06/2020
Announcements
Opening 4-lane tunnel on Sheikh Rashid Street
RTA Dubai has opened a tunnel on both sides of Sheikh Rashid Street (Al Garhoud and Mina Rashid) comprising four lanes in each direction on 03-05-2018
04/05/2018
Diverting several licensing services to smart channels
(RTA) is intending to divert several licensing services to smart channels starting from the end of April 2018.
26/04/2018
Opening three new bridges on Airport St 27 April 2018
Announcement of the opening of three new bridges as part of the Airport Street Improvement Project in (27 April 2018)
21/04/2018
Photos
Operating hours from Saturday to Thursday from 7 AM to 12 AM (midnight) and Friday from 10 AM to 12 AM (midnight)
If you're planning to go out, head to the station 30 minutes before the trip, and don't forget that wearing a face mask is mandatory and adhere to safety precautions and physical distancing while commuting.
Operating hours from 6 AM until 11 PM
Bus fare returns to normal from 6 AM to 11 PM. Limited bus services from 11 PM till 6 AM (hospitals only).
Operating hours from Saturday to Thursday from 7 AM to 12 AM (midnight) and Friday from 10 AM to 12 AM (midnight)
If you're planning to go out, head to the station 30 minutes before the trip, and don't forget that wearing a face mask is mandatory and adhere to safety precautions and physical distancing while commuting.
Videos
The Chatbot ‘Mahboub’
Are you searching for a quick way to get answers to RTA related inquiries? Mahboub is your virtual guide who can easily give you all the information you need. Chat with Mahboub on 00971588009090 and get quick answers easily.
Route 2020 metro stations
Did You Know that we are providing 50 trains to serve Expo 2020 visitors with stations equipped with electronic tariff gates? Explore the features of Route 2020 through this video
Giving you a better experience
Visit our enhanced rta.ae website and explore the new features and widgets that offer easy access to information and services.