Status and stations
Passenger service is running. The first train left Fujairah on 30 June 2026 for Abu Dhabi. Dubai and Al Dhaid (Sharjah) stations opened on 30 September 2026, with a Dubai to Abu Dhabi service.
The Abu Dhabi station is in Mohamed bin Zayed City. The Dubai station is at Al Yalayis in Jumeirah Golf Estates. A footbridge of about 400 m links it to Jumeirah Golf Estates station on the Dubai Metro Red Line. The Fujairah station is in Al Hilal City.
Stations in Madinat Zayed and Liwa are due on 30 November 2026, other Al Dhafra stations on 30 December 2026, and Sharjah University City on 30 March 2027. The network will link 11 cities and regions.
Journey times and frequency
Dubai to Abu Dhabi takes about 1 hour 4 minutes, with about 10 trains a day. Abu Dhabi to Fujairah takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, with about six trains a day. Dubai to Fujairah takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and Al Dhaid to Fujairah about 25 minutes.
Timetables are new and may change. Check the Etihad Rail app before you travel.
Tickets and fares
There are two classes: Comfort and Premium. Fares start from AED 39 in Comfort and AED 109 in Premium on shorter trips. Abu Dhabi to Fujairah starts from AED 55 in Comfort and AED 120 in Premium. Fares depend on route and date and can change.
Every passenger gets a guaranteed seat, with Wi-Fi and power on board.
How to book and tips
Book in the Etihad Rail app, on the official website or at ticket machines in stations. Many travellers book about 10 days ahead, and popular trains have sold out.
In Dubai you can add a nol One-Day Pass (AED 22) to your rail booking for metro, tram and bus trips with one QR code.
The service is operated by Etihad Rail Mobility, a joint venture of Etihad Rail and Keolis.
Last checked: October 2026. Fares and timetables change, so confirm on the official website before you travel.
