Transportation

Dubai has an efficient and cost-effective public transport system that connects the 4,110 square kilometres of the city. More than 700 scheduled bus services operate across 79 routes serving the main residential and commercial districts of Dubai. Buses run regularly during the day from 6am and night buses operate every 30 minutes from 11.30pm until the morning service resumes.

The Dubai Metro currently operates two lines, with trains running every few minutes between 6am and midnight Saturday – Thursday. The service commences later in the day on Friday but continues until 1am Saturday morning. Feeder buses are available to reach the metro stations from outlying locations.

Taxis are the most frequently used form of transport in Dubai with over 7,500 vehicles operating across the city. The Roads and Transport Authority ensures a fixed fare structure is in place for all government-operated cars and designated ‘ladies taxis’ are provided for women preferring a female driver service.

Obtaining a driving license of your own is possible but involves a range of different procedures depending upon your visa status and the origin of any home country license you may have.

Some universities offer free transportation between the campus and the students residential areas.