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    E201 Bus Route: Dubai Al Ghubaiba to Al Ain

    RTA E201 connects Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, Dubai, with Al Ain Central Bus Station.

    OriginAl Ghubaiba Bus Station, DubaiDubai, UAE
    🚌via Oud Metha, Nad Al Shiba, desert highway to Al Ain
    DestinationAl Ain Central Bus StationAbu Dhabi, UAE
    FareAED 25Standard one-way fare. Nol Card only. No cash accepted. Students AED 12 with valid Emirates ID. Flat rate regardless of
    Journey Time120-160Journey via desert highway. Approximately 2 to 2.5 hours covering approximately 130 km.
    Total Stops9 StopsView all below
    First Bus5:30 AMDaily from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, Dubai
    Last Bus11:00 PMLast departure of the day
    FrequencyEvery 60 minPeak & off-peak
    OperatorRTA DubaiNol Card (Silver, Gold, Blue)
    Service Days7 DaysMon–Sun incl. holidays
    Last updated: 03/10/2026

    Complete Route

    All 9 Stops

    Full list of stops from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, Dubai to Al Ain Central Bus Station with landmarks and transfer options

    1Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, Dubai

    📍 Al Ghubaiba Metro, Dubai Creek

    🕐Est. 05:30MetroGreen Line
    05:30
    2Wasl, Wasl Club

    📍 Wasl Club

    🕐Est. 05:50
    05:50
    3Nad Al Shiba, Emirates NBD

    📍 Nad Al Shiba, Emirates NBD

    🕐Est. 06:00
    06:00
    4Al Qattara Oasis East

    📍 Qattara Oasis

    🕐Est. 06:45
    06:45
    5Al Ain Gift Markets

    📍 Gift Markets

    🕐Est. 07:00
    07:00
    6Al Slimi Park

    📍 Slimi Park

    🕐Est. 07:10
    07:10
    7Eid Praying Ground

    📍 Eid Ground

    🕐Est. 07:15
    07:15
    8Al Madina Petrol Station

    📍 Madina Petrol Station

    🕐Est. 07:20
    07:20
    9Al Ain Central Bus Station

    📍 Al Ain Central, Al Ain Mall

    🕐Est. 07:45AlAin local buses
    07:45

    Schedule

    Full Timetable

    Departure times from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, Dubai. Updated 03/10/2026.

    First Bus5:30 AM
    Last Bus11:00 PM
    FrequencyEvery 60 min
    Daily Departures~17-18 trips/day
    WeekdaysFridaySaturdayHolidays

    Pricing

    Fare & Payment

    Accepted payment methods and fare details for the E201 Bus Route: Dubai Al Ghubaiba to Al Ain

    AED25

    Standard One-Way Fare

    ✅Nol Card only
    ✅Nol Card (Silver, Gold, Blue)
    ✅Tap in & tap out required
    ✅Flat fare all day
    AED12

    Students (with valid ID)

    ✅Valid student ID required
    ✅Nol Card (Blue) required
    AED12

    Seniors & People of Determination

    ✅With valid Emirates ID
    ✅Nol Gold Card recommended
    AEDFree

    Children under 90cm

    ✅Must be accompanied
    ✅No seat if crowded
    ℹ️

    Nol Card is the official payment card for all RTA Dubai services including buses, metro, tram, and water bus. You can purchase and recharge Nol cards at all metro stations, bus stations, and authorized retailers. Tap in and tap out to ensure correct fare calculation.

    Onboard Features

    Bus Amenities

    What to expect on board the E201 Bus Route: Dubai Al Ghubaiba to Al Ain

    Around the Route

    Nearby Places & Landmarks

    Things to see and do near key stops on the E201 Bus Route: Dubai Al Ghubaiba to Al Ain

    1Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, Dubai

    Al Ghubaiba & Bur Dubai Heritage

    📍
    Al Ghubaiba Bus Station
    🏖️
    Dubai Creek
    🛒
    Gold Souq
    🏛️
    Al Fahidi Historical District
    9Al Ain Central Bus Station

    Al Ain City Centre & Oasis

    📍
    Al Ain Central Bus Station
    🌴
    Al Ain Oasis
    📍
    Jebel Hafeet
    📍
    Al Ain Zoo
    🛒
    Al Ain Mall

    Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The E201 is the direct RTA intercity bus from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station in Dubai to Al Ain Central Bus Station, connecting the two cities via the desert highway.

    AED 25 one-way with Nol Card only. Flat fare regardless of boarding or alighting stop.

    2 to 2.5 hours covering approximately 130 km with 9 stops.

    Every 60 minutes from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM daily.

    Major stops include Wasl Club, Nad Al Shiba, Qattara Oasis, Al Ain Gift Markets, Slimi Park, Eid Praying Ground, and Madina Petrol Station before arriving at Al Ain Central Bus Station.

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