Dubai Expands Bus-On-Demand Services To 10 New Locations (image-x/rta)
Dubai: Dubai’s rising demand for transportation has led to the expansion of the Bus-On-Demand service by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), covering 10 more locations across the emirate. The newly added locations include Oud Metha and Barsha Heights.
Before launching the extended service, the RTA conducted a field survey based on various criteria, including user demographics, vehicle ownership, mobility options, proximity to public transport stations and stops, and preferred travel choices based on walking distance and waiting time.
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This initiative is one of the steps taken by the RTA to reduce traffic congestion on Dubai’s roads.
The service, which operates 13-seater buses, is designed to connect residents with public transport stations, offering a flexible solution for short-distance travel. Each trip costs AED 5.
Individuals wishing to use the service can book rides, track routes, and pay fares through the Dubai Bus-On-Demand smart application. Moreover, drivers can also communicate with passengers via the app to reach the nearest pickup point.
The 11 key areas which are now included are Al Barsha 1,2 and 3, Al Nahda, Al Karama, Al Rigga, Business Bay, Barsha heights, Dubai Downtown, Dubai Academic City, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Oud Mehta, Port Saeed.
The timing of the bus service is as follows: Monday to Thursday (5am to Midnight), Friday (5am to 1am), Saturday (5am to Midnight), Sunday (8am to Midnight). The Bus can be prebooked on Bus on Demand App and can book up to six people on a trip.
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Adel Shakri, director of Planning and Business Development at RTA’s Public Transport Agency, remarked: “The Bus-On-Demand service is seamless, efficient, and stands as one of the leading mass mobility solutions in Dubai, a city experiencing rapid population growth. This expansion helps tackle challenges related to traffic congestion and enhances traffic flow while remaining cost-effective at just AED 5 per trip per person.”
The Bus-On-Demand app is available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store for smartphones and smart devices.
