The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai plans to launch four new public transport routes and make changes to thirteen existing routes starting from July 17. These measures are aimed at improving connectivity across the emirate and enhancing the efficiency of public transport operations.
The route revisions are intended to strengthen connections between residential areas, business centers, and major transport hubs, as well as enhance integration with Dubai Metro and Metro Link services.
The Authority stated that all adjustments are based on regular analysis of passenger flow and travel patterns.
One of the most significant innovations is the launch of four new bus services, which are expected to improve accessibility in the International City, Dubai Silicon Oasis, and Dubai Internet City areas.
Route 35 will connect International City with Dubai Silicon Oasis and will run every 30 minutes during peak hours. Route 85 will provide a direct link between Al Quoz (Al Khail Gate) and the Dubai Internet City metro station, with an arrival interval of 20 minutes during peak load.
Additionally, two extra routes, 37A and 37B, will operate in both directions between International City and Dubai Silicon Oasis Lake with a frequency of 30 minutes during peak hours.
RTA is also modernizing several current routes to improve operational efficiency and better connection to the metro network. Route 27 will be rerouted via Al Mustaqbal Street instead of Al Sukook Street; passengers affected by this change can use Route 29 as an alternative.
Routes 36A and 36B will cease operation between International City and Dubai Silicon Oasis. Instead, passengers heading to Academic City or Dubai Silicon Oasis will be served by the newly introduced Routes 37A and 37B.
Route 67 will now terminate at the Oud Metha bus station instead of Al Ghubaiba, allowing passengers to continue their journey on the Dubai Metro Green Line. Route 84 will change its final destination to the Insurance Market Bus Stop (South Side) instead of Mall of the Emirates. Passengers traveling between Dubai Marina and Al Quoz can use the new Route 85. Route 88 will also have a shortened path, ending at the ONPASSIVE Metro Bus Stop (North Side), while Route 8 will maintain connectivity with Dubai Internet City.
Several Metro Link services are also being expanded to improve last-mile connectivity. Route F06 will be extended to Nad Shaba, and Route F36 will begin serving Al Barsha South 2. Route F29 will be adjusted to serve Umm Al Sheif instead of Umm Suqeim 3, and Route F47 will be extended to the staff accommodation area in the Jebel Ali industrial zone.
Route F49 will no longer stop at the Parco Hypermarket area when departing from Danube Metro Station; instead, passengers can use Routes 56, 95A, F47, or F53.
RTA is also implementing operational changes to reduce travel time on several services. Routes 96 and X94, heading to Al Quoz, will be rerouted via Al Yalayis Street and Jebel Ali instead of Expo Road.
During evening peak hours, Route C01 will operate on a modified alignment between Flame Intersection 2 and Dnata 2 to optimize travel time. Route X22, heading towards Al Qusais Industrial Area, will bypass stops in Business Bay, moving directly from the Business Bay Metro Bus Stop (South Side 1) to Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 via Sheikh Zayed Road. Passengers traveling within Business Bay can use Routes F14 and F41.
RTA emphasized that these latest changes are part of ongoing efforts to review Dubai's public transport network, improve service quality, and provide residents and visitors with more reliable, efficient, and sustainable travel options.
RTA has announced the temporary closure of the road lane designated for buses and taxis at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station. This closure will last until the end of 2026 and is necessary for infrastructure expansion works.
The Roads and Transport Authority of Dubai (RTA) will implement a new change in the traffic scheme on Emirates Road starting Saturday, July 4, 2026. These measures are being taken as part of ongoing construction work aimed at improving traffic flow and modernizing the emirate's road network.
The works include expanding the tunnel between Al Amardi Street and Tripoli Street, as well as updating the exits at the roundabout intersection of Emirates Road and Maleha Street.
According to the plan, the Al Aayal tunnel will be temporarily closed, and alternative routes will be provided for drivers. This diversion will last for about two months until the construction activities are completed.
RTA strongly recommends that drivers plan their journeys in advance and follow the instructions of road services to ensure more comfortable travel.
