Al Satwa Bus Station: Routes, Timings, Fares and Metro Connections

Al Satwa Bus Station is one of the main bus facilities serving the Al Satwa area of Dubai. RTA completed the current station in 2021, giving the area a larger transport facility with bus parking, taxi spaces, passenger waiting areas, Nol machines, toilets, prayer rooms,  and other services. The station covers 11,912 square metres, and RTA designed it to handle 7,800 riders per day, with the ability to expand that capacity to 15,000.

The bus network around Satwa has also changed. RTA introduced four new peak-period services in January 2026, including 88A, 88B, 93A and 93B. That means older articles and route lists may not reflect the services currently available.

Al Satwa Bus Station at a Glance

RTA published the station’s capacity figures when it completed the facility in March 2021. The 7,800 figure refers to the station’s planned daily capacity, not a live count of passengers using it today.

Where Is Al Satwa Bus Station?

The station sits on Al Satwa Street (D 09) in the Al Satwa area. RTA’s published station map shows the bus station alongside the surrounding streets, nearby buildings, pedestrian areas, and individual bus bays.

The station has several bus bays rather than one single boarding point. RTA’s station map identifies bays numbered from 01 to 15, so checking the route and bay before boarding can save time, especially during busy periods.

Bus Routes From Al Satwa

RTA’s published station map lists several services at Al Satwa, including 7, 11, 55, F11, F27, C01, C09, 88, and X02. RTA later added the 88A, 88B, 93A, A, and 93B services as part of its January 2026 network changes.

Route availability can depend on the specific bay and direction. For the next departure, check the live RTA or S’hail information instead of relying only on a static route list.

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C01 Bus From Satwa to Dubai Airport

C01 provides a direct bus connection between Al Satwa Bus Station and Dubai International Airport Terminal 3. RTA’s route list identifies C01 as an Airport Terminal 3–Al Satwa service.

This makes C01 particularly useful for passengers staying around Satwa who want to reach the airport without first changing to another mode of transport. Allow extra time for the journey if you have a flight, as road traffic can affect bus travel times.

C09 Connects Satwa With Qiyadah

C09 runs between Al Satwa Bus Station and Hor Al Anz East, Qiyadah Metro Station. RTA’s route list identifies this as a City Bus route connecting the two areas.

The service can also help passengers reach the Metro network from Satwa without taking a taxi to a station. Your final route will depend on where you need to go after reaching the Qiyadah area.

Route 55 to International City

Route 55 is another important service at the station. It connects Al Satwa with International City, giving passengers a direct bus option for a long cross-city journey.

RTA included Route 55 among the routes affected by its January 2026 network changes. The authority extended the route’s coverage within International City as part of those changes.

Because Route 55 covers a substantial distance, check the destination displayed on the bus before boarding. The same route number can serve several stops before reaching the final destination.

88, 88A and 88B

RTA added 88A and 88B in January 2026 to support Route 88 during peak periods.

The two new services work in opposite directions:

• 88A: Al Satwa Bus Station to Jumeirah 3 during the morning peak.
• 88B: Jumeirah 3 to Al Satwa Bus Station during the evening peak.

RTA introduced these services from 9 January 2026 as part of a wider update covering more than 70 bus routes.

This setup matters if you plan a return journey. Do not assume that 88A operates throughout the day in both directions; check the current departure shown for your travel time.

93, 93A and 93B

RTA also introduced 93A and 93B in January 2026 to strengthen the Route 93 corridor.

The morning service, 93A, runs from Al Satwa Bus Station toward Al Wasl. The evening service, 93B, runs from Al Wasl back toward Al Satwa.

These services mainly address peak-period demand, so passengers should check the departure time before depending on one of the new lettered routes.

Al Satwa Bus Station Timings

Al Satwa does not have one opening and closing time that determines every bus departure. Each route follows its own timetable, and RTA can adjust services for network changes, public holidays, a nd special events.

RTA’s 2026 route update shows why checking the individual service matters. Routes 88A, 88B, 93A and 93B operate around specific peak periods rather than following the same schedule throughout the day.

For an exact departure, enter your destination into S’hail or RTA’s journey-planning service shortly before travelling. This gives you the route, direction and current departure information instead of relying on an old timetable.

Al Satwa Bus Station Fares

RTA calculates bus fares according to the number of zones crossed during the journey. The current standard fares for Silver, Gold and Personal Nol cards are:

Dubai’s public transport network uses seven zones. Your fare depends on the total number of zones covered by the journey, rather than the bus route number itself.

If you combine a bus with the Metro, RTA can treat the transfers as one journey when you follow the applicable transfer rules. The authority allows up to 30 minutes between the two modes for the transfer to count toward the same journey.

Nol Card for Bus Travel

You need a valid Nol payment method to use RTA’s public transport services. A Silver Nol card costs AED 25, including AED 19 of stored credit, according to RTA’s current fare information.

For a normal bus journey, tap your Nol card when you board and follow the check-out requirement at the end of the trip. Keep enough balance on the card before starting your journey so you do not run into a payment problem at the station.

RTA is also upgrading its Nol system to account-based digital payment technology. In July 2026, the authority said it had completed 72% of that project and expected the full upgrade by the end of the first quarter of 2027.

Facilities at Al Satwa Bus Station

RTA built the station with more than basic bus boarding facilities. The 2021 project included passenger areas, parking, nd services designed to support people using the station for longer periods.

The station includes:

• Furnished passenger rest area
• Prayer rooms for men and women
• Public toilets
• Nol card machines
• Bus information display panels
• Self-service kiosks
• ATMs
• Snack and refreshment vending machines
• Taxi parking
• Pick-up and drop-off area
• Bicycle racks
• Private vehicle parking

RTA also included retail and investment areas, staff facilities and accessibility features for people of determination.

Parking at the Station

The station includes dedicated parking for buses, taxis and private vehicles. RTA recorded 228 vehicle parking spaces, alongside 15 operational bus parking spaces and 14 spaces for buses that were out of service when it announced completion of the station.

A dedicated pick-up and drop-off area also helps passengers who arrive by car. If someone is collecting you, use the designated area rather than stopping in a bus movement area.

Al Satwa Bus Station and Metro

Al Satwa does not have a Metro station inside the bus terminal itself. Passengers can combine the bus with the Metro when their destination sits farther along the rail network.

C09 provides a direct connection toward Qiyadah Metro Station, while other bus services can take passengers toward areas with different Metro connections.

The best interchange depends on your destination. Rather than choosing a Metro station from a general map, check the complete bus-and-Metro journey in S’hail so the system can account for the current route and transfer options.

New Bus-On-Demand Service in Al Satwa

Al Satwa gained another public transport option in 2026. RTA added the area to its Bus-On-Demand service in August 2026, bringing the number of areas covered by the service across Dubai to 20.

The service works differently from a fixed bus route. Passengers request a trip through the relevant digital service, so it can help with shorter local journeys that do not fit neatly into the regular route network.

This gives people travelling around Satwa another option alongside the fixed-route buses serving the station.

What You Should Check Before Boarding

The station has multiple bays and several routes, so checking the details before you board takes only a few seconds.

Look at:

1. Bus number — confirm that it matches your planned route.
2. Destination — make sure the bus travels in your required direction.
3. Bay number — follow the current station information for the correct boarding point.
4. Departure time — check the live schedule rather than an old timetable.

RTA’s published station map provides the bay layout and route information, while its current journey-planning tools provide the latest service information.

Road Changes Around Al Satwa

The road network around Satwa is also receiving transport improvements. In June 2026, RTA reported progress on a dedicated Bus and Taxi Lanes project covering several streets, including 2nd December Street and Al Satwa Street.

The project covers 14.5 kilometres across six streets. RTA said the project will increase Dubai’s dedicated bus-lane network to 20.6 kilometres once completed.

These changes can affect traffic movement around the area, which makes live journey information more useful than fixed travel-time estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which bus goes from Al Satwa to Dubai Airport?

C01 connects Al Satwa Bus Station with Dubai International Airport Terminal 3. RTA’s route list identifies the service as Airport Terminal 3–Al Satwa Bus Station.

Which bus goes from Satwa to International City?

Route 55 connects Al Satwa with International City. RTA also updated the route’s coverage in International City during its January 2026 network changes.

Does C09 connect Satwa with Qiyadah Metro?

Yes. C09 runs between Al Satwa Bus Station and Hor Al Anz East, Qiyadah Metro Station.

What are the new Satwa bus routes in 2026?

RTA introduced 88A, 88B, 93A, A, and 93B from 9 January 2026. The four services support the existing 88 and 93 routes during peak periods.

How much does a bus ride from Satwa cost?

The standard Silver and Personal Nol fare starts at AED 3 within one zone, rises to AED 5 for two adjacent zones,  es and reaches AED 7.50 for journeys crossing more than two zones.

Can I travel from Satwa by bus and Metro?

Yes. RTA allows bus and Metro transfers under its integrated fare system. The transfer must meet the applicable time and journey rules for the trips to count together.

Does Al Satwa Bus Station have parking?

Yes. RTA’s station design includes private vehicle parking, taxi parking, bus parking g, ng and a pick-up/drop-off area. The 2021 project information lists 228 vehicle parking spaces.

Are there prayer rooms at the station?

Yes. RTA lists separate prayer rooms for men and women among the station’s passenger facilities.