Etihad Rail has recorded 120,000 ticket sales across the national passenger rail network, connecting Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Dhaid, and Fujairah, during the first 30 days following its official launch.
From September 30 to October 30, 2026,
passenger numbers reflected the
growing adoption of rail as a new way to travel between cities across the UAE.
Adhraa Almansoori, Executive Director of
Commercial and Support, Etihad Rail Mobility, said: “Our ambition is for passenger rail to become a
natural part of everyday life, and a trusted choice that people return to time
and again for comfortable, safe and reliable travel. The strong response we
have seen during the first month reflects passengers’ confidence in this new
mode of transport and reinforces our commitment to continuously enhancing our
services in line with their needs and expectations. In doing so, we are
contributing to the vision of our wise leadership to transform mobility across
the UAE.”
Etihad Rail offers a new convenient and
affordable way to travel, while
giving passengers the flexibility to use their journey time in the way that
suits them best.
Professionals can take
advantage of charging points to work or prepare for meetings during their
journey, while families can enjoy quality time together without the pressures
of driving or road congestion.
Etihad Rail provides a
range of integrated transport options to and from its stations in Abu Dhabi,
Dubai, Al Dhaid and Fujairah, in collaboration with its partners and transport
service providers, making it easier for passengers to continue to their final
destinations.
At Dubai Al Yalayis Station, a dedicated
pedestrian bridge links directly to Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station,
opening access to destinations along the Red Line.
In Abu Dhabi, direct shuttle buses connect
Mohamed bin Zayed City Station with key destinations including ADNOC
Headquarters on the Corniche, ADNEC Centre, Reem Mall, and hotels and
attractions across Yas Island. Additional
transport options are also available through service providers at stations
across the network, including Al Dhaid and Fujairah, making it easier for
passengers to reach stations and continue their onward journeys.
The addition of Dubai Al
Yalayis Station and Al Dhaid Station in Sharjah to the existing Abu Dhabi and
Fujairah stations, which began operations during the introductory phase, marked
the official launch of the UAE’s national passenger rail network, connecting
all four cities through a single network.
With upcoming stations opening in Liwa, Madinat Zayed, and across Al Dhafra Region over the coming months, the network will continue to expand its reach, serving more areas across the UAE and enabling more people to benefit from passenger rail services. -TradeArabia News Service
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