08/07/2026
The Etihad Rail passenger service is officially launching, making it faster and easier to explore the Emirates than ever before.
The first passenger route connects Abu Dhabi and Fujairah in just 1 hour and 45 minutes, saving travelers valuable time compared to driving.
Here's what you need to know:
π Fares start from AED 55 (Comfort Class)
β¨ Premium Class from AED 120
ποΈ Tickets are available through the Etihad Rail website and mobile app.
π₯ The fleet includes 13 modern trains, each carrying up to 400 passengers.
And this is only the beginning!
π Dubai and Al Dhaid stations are expected to open by the end of September.
π Al Dhafra will follow by the end of December.
π Sharjah is expected to join the network in March 2027, completing a major milestone in the UAE's national railway system.
The UAE is continuing to invest in world-class infrastructure, making travel between the Emirates faster, more comfortable, and more sustainable.
Would you take the train instead of driving across the UAE?