The UAE’s 52nd National Day is here and everyone is excited about it. There is a lot to enjoy for the residents and anyone visiting Dubai. Thanks to the Emirate’s public transport, exploring the city and enjoying all the activities is easy and hassle-free for everyone. However, to ensure the safety of the residents, the government has set some guidelines to follow. Those using public commute options must follow some stringent Dubai public transport rules announced by RTA.
Read on and find out more about it!
National Day Rules for Dubai Public Transport
Here is the list of Dubai public transport rules on National Day announced by RTA Dubai :
Dubai Metro
The timings of Dubai Metro have also been changed during the National Day. For instance;
Dubai Metro Timings on National Day
The Metro bus service will be operational on the Red and Green Line from November 30, 2023, to December 12, 2023.
- Thursday to Sunday: 30th November till 3rd December: 5:00 am to 1:00 am
- Monday to Sunday: 4th December till 10th December: 5:00 am to 1:00 am
- Monday and Tuesday: 11th December till 12th December: 5:00 am to 1:00 am
Dubai Tram Timings For National Day
Dubai Tram will also be providing service between November 30 and December 12. The Tram will operate from the following days:
- Timings: Monday to Saturday | 06:00 am to 01:00 am
- Sunday Timings: 09:00 am to 01:00 am
Dubai Public Bus Timings For National Day
From December 1st, 2023 to December 3rd, 2023 sixteen bus routes (10, 15, 21, 7, 8, 83, 96, 95A, 95, 91A, 91, E101, 98E, X94, X92, E102) will be redirected on Sheikh Zayed Road, exclusively towards Abu Dhabi, causing anticipated delays in service between 06:30 am and 11:30 am. Some trips may be cancelled due to road diversions, and the affected bus stops will be closed during this period.
Normal service will continue on all other routes during the following timings:
- Mondays to Thursdays: 4:30 am to 12:30 am
- Fridays: 5:00 am to 12:30 am
- Saturdays to Sundays: 6:00 am to 1:00 am
The metro link bus service will align its schedule with the operating times and trips of the metro.
Timings of Dubai Public Transport Rules for National Day
Inter-City Bus and Commercial Coaches
Bus Route (E100) will be redirected from Ibn Battuta Bus Station to Abu Dhabi, while Bus Route (E102) will be redirected from Ibn Battuta Bus Station to Musaffah Community exclusively from December 1st to December 4th, 2023.
Normal services will continue on the following routes:
- E16: From Al Sabkha to Hatta
- E100: From Al Ghubaiba to Abu Dhabi
- E101: From Ibn Battuta to Abu Dhabi
- E102: From Ibn Battuta to Musaffah
- E201: From Al Ghubaiba to Al Ain
- E303: From Union Station to Jubail in Sharjah
- E306: From Al Ghubaiba to Jubail in Sharjah
- E307: From Deira City Centre to Jubail in Sharjah
- E307A: From Abu Hail to Jubail in Sharjah
- E315: From Etisalat Station to Muwaileh in Sharjah
- E400: From Union Station to Ajman
- E411: From Etisalat Station to Ajman
- E700: From Al Ittihad Station to Fujairah
Marine Transport
The Marine Transport Dubai will be available as follows:
The Water Bus
The timimgs of water bus during the UAE’s 52nd National day are:
- Dubai Marina (BM1) Marina Mall – Marina Walk:12:00 pm – 11:05 pm
- Dubai Marina (BM1) Marina Terrace – Marina Walk: 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Dubai Marina (BM1) Marina Promenade – Marina Mall: 3:55 pm – 10:00 pm
- Dubai Marina (BM1) Full Line: 3:55 pm – 9:40 pm
Traditional Abra
Abra service can be availed during the following hours on the UAE’s National holidays:
- Old Dubai Souq – Baniyas (CR3): 10:00 am – 10:45 pm
- Al Fahidi – Al Sabkha (CR4):10:00 am – 11:25 pm
- Al Fahidi – Deira Old Souq (CR5): 10:00 am – 11:15 pm
- Baniyas – Al Seef (CR6): 10:00 am – 12:00 midnight
- Al Seef – Al Fahidi – Old Dubai Souk (CR7): 3:10 pm – 10:55 pm
- Dubai Festival City – Dubai Creek Harbor (CR9): 4:00 pm – 11:50 pm
- Al Jaddaf – Dubai Festival City (BM2): 08:00 am – 11:50 pm
- Sightseeing Tours of the Dubai Water Canal and Sheikh Zayed Marine Transport Station (TR6):
- Operating Hours: 4:00 pm – 10:15 pm
Water Taxi
The Marina Mall to Bluewaters route (BM3) will operate from 4:15 pm to 11:25 pm, with on-demand service available between 3:00 pm and 11:00 pm. Advance booking is required for customers.
Ferry Service
Here are the Dubai ferry timings for specific routes during the UAE 52nd National Holiday:
- Al Ghubaiba – Dubai Water Canal (FR1): 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm
- Dubai Water Canal – Al Ghubaiba (FR1): 2:25 pm and 7:25 pm
- Bluewaters – Marina Mall (FR2): 2:50 pm and 7:50 pm
- Sharjah Aquarium – Al Ghubaiba (FR5): 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, and 6:00 pm
- Al Ghubaiba – Sharjah Aquarium (FR5): 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm, and 8:00 pm
- Marina Mall – Bluewaters (FR2): 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm
- Dubai Water Canal – Bluewaters (FR2): 1:50 pm and 6:50 pm
- Bluewaters – Dubai Water Canal (FR2): 1:15 pm and 6:15 pm
- Tourist Trips from Marina Mall (FR4): 11:30 am and 4:30 pm
Free Parking in Dubai on National Day
RTA Dubai has also announced free parking during Commemoration Day and the UAE’s 52nd National Day – from Saturday, December 2 to Monday, December 4. Thus, the paid parking in Dubai will resume on Tuesday, 5 Dec 2023. However, the free parking will be only applicable to all public parking except multi-level terminals.
Service Timings During the 52nd UAE National Day
- Service Provider Centres: RTA has announced the closure of both services from Saturday, December 2. However, they will start normal operations from Monday 4th December 2023 exclusively at the follwing centres:
- Tasjeel Al Twar
- AutoPro Satwa
- AutoPro Al Mankhool
- Tasjeel Al Awir
- Al Yalayis
- Customer Happiness Centres: The happiness centres will also be closed during the holiday.
- The Smart Customer Happiness Centre: These centres will operate 24/7 in Al Tawar, Al Barsha, Umm Ramool, Deira, Al Manara, and Al Kafaf along with the RTA Head Office.
FAQs
Is parking free in Dubai on the 52nd National Day in the UAE?
RTA Dubai has announced free parking during Commemoration Day and the UAE’s 52nd National Day from Saturday, December 2, to Monday, December 4, 2023.
What are the timings for Dubai Metro during the UAE’s 52nd National Day?
The Dubai Metro will operate from November 30 to December 12, with extended hours. Thursday to Sunday: 5:00 am to 1:00 am, Monday to Sunday: 5:00 am to 1:00 am, and Monday and Tuesday: 5:00 am to 1:00 am.
Are there any route diversions for Dubai public buses during National Day?
Yes, from December 1st to December 3rd, sixteen bus routes will be redirected on Sheikh Zayed Road toward Abu Dhabi, causing expected delays between 6:30 am and 11:30 am. Normal services on other routes will continue as usual.
What are the operational hours for the Dubai Tram on National Day?
The Dubai Tram will operate from November 30 to December 12, with timings from 6:00 am to 1:00 am (Monday to Saturday) and 9:00 am to 1:00 am (Sunday).
This concludes our comprehensive guide on Dubai public transport rules for National Day. Before you plan to use any of the public transportation in Dubai, double-check the latest timings during the National Day celebration.
Moreover, even though public transportation is quite efficient here, people interested in owning a vehicle can buy a used car for sale in Dubai at market competitive rates. Also, if you are an auto enthusiast, make sure you know car decoration rules during UAE National Day.
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