Etihad Rail runs five trains a day from Dubai to Abu Dhabi and five back. From Dubai’s Al Yalayis station they leave at 6:14am, 7:14am, 1:14pm, 5:14pm and 6:14pm, and the trip takes 1 hour 4 minutes. Tickets start at Dh39 in Comfort class and Dh109 in Premium.
Dubai to Abu Dhabi train timetable
| Leaves Dubai (Al Yalayis) | Arrives Abu Dhabi (Mohamed Bin Zayed City) | Comfort from | Premium from |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:14am | 7:18am | Dh39 | Dh109 |
| 7:14am | 8:18am | Dh39 | Dh109 |
| 1:14pm | 2:18pm | Dh39 | Dh109 |
| 5:14pm | 6:18pm | Dh39 | Dh109 |
| 6:14pm | 7:18pm | Dh39 | Dh109 |
Abu Dhabi to Dubai train timetable
| Leaves Abu Dhabi (Mohamed Bin Zayed City) | Arrives Dubai (Al Yalayis) | Comfort from | Premium from |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:43am | 7:47am | Dh39 | Dh109 |
| 7:43am | 8:47am | Dh39 | Dh109 |
| 12:43pm | 1:47pm | Dh39 | Dh109 |
| 4:43pm | 5:47pm | Dh39 | Dh109 |
| 5:43pm | 6:47pm | Dh39 | Dh109 |
These are the times published when the service launched on 30 September 2026. Fares move with the date and how full the train is: on launch day one midday Premium seat was listed at Dh129. Check the Etihad Rail app for your date before you travel, because a new service often adjusts its timetable in the first months.
Commuters should note the gap. There is no train from Dubai between 7:14am and 1:14pm, and the last one back from Abu Dhabi leaves at 5:43pm. If your Abu Dhabi workday ends after about 5pm, you will not make it to Mohamed Bin Zayed City station in time.
Dubai to Fujairah trains
| Route | Leaves | Arrives | Comfort from | Premium from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai to Fujairah | 1:57pm | 3:07pm | Dh29 | Dh89 |
| Fujairah to Dubai | 11:54am | 1:04pm | Dh29 | Dh89 |
One direct train each way, taking 1 hour 10 minutes. Etihad Rail also runs services between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah.
Ticket prices and classes
| Comfort | Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai to Abu Dhabi, one way | From Dh39 | From Dh109 |
| Return, same class | From Dh78 | From Dh218 |
| Seat | Standard seat, guaranteed | Wider reclining seat with more legroom |
| Included | Wi-Fi, charging points, luggage space | The same, plus complimentary refreshments |
Each class is sold in three ticket types. Saver is the cheapest: no seat choice, no changes, no refund. Value lets you choose your seat but is still non-refundable. Flex can be changed or refunded. The “from” prices above are Saver fares.
Train or car: which costs less for your trip?
The train fare is only part of the cost. Add what it takes to reach the station at each end.
Car cost uses Special 95 at Dh4.28 a litre (October 2026) and counts fuel only. Salik, parking and wear on the car come on top. Station parking in Dubai is Dh30 a day if you drive to the train.
As a rule of thumb, one person travelling alone usually saves with the train, and a car with three or four people in it usually wins. The train’s real advantage is the hour you get back to work, read or sleep. For the full picture on daily travel see our commute options guide.
The stations and how to reach them
| Dubai | Abu Dhabi | |
|---|---|---|
| Station | Al Yalayis, Jumeirah Golf Estates | Mohamed Bin Zayed City |
| Metro link | Next to Jumeirah Golf Estates station on the Red Line, joined by a pedestrian bridge | No metro. Taxi, bus or car |
| Parking | 265 spaces, Dh30 for a half or full day | Check on site |
| Opening hours | 5am to 11pm daily | Check the app |
| Facilities | Wi-Fi, ticket machines, café and shops, prayer room, family waiting area | Check on site |
Neither station is in the city centre. Al Yalayis is in the south-west of Dubai, convenient for Dubai Marina, JLT, Al Barsha and Jebel Ali, and a long way from Deira or Mirdif. Mohamed Bin Zayed City is on the mainland side of Abu Dhabi, roughly 25 to 30 minutes by taxi from the Corniche and downtown. Add both ends before deciding the train is quicker. Our earlier report covers what the Dubai station connects to and which stations open next.
How to book
- Book on etihadrail.ae, in the Etihad Rail app, or at the ticket machines in the station.
- Tickets are sold until five minutes before departure, if seats remain.
- Every ticket has a reserved seat. Morning and evening trains are the ones most likely to sell out.
- Choose Flex if your plans may change. Saver and Value tickets are not refundable.
Quick answers
What time is the first train from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
The first Etihad Rail train leaves Al Yalayis station in Dubai at 6:14am and arrives in Abu Dhabi at 7:18am.
What time is the last train from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
The last train leaves Mohamed Bin Zayed City at 5:43pm and arrives in Dubai at 6:47pm. The last train from Dubai to Abu Dhabi leaves at 6:14pm.
How much is the train ticket from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
Tickets start at Dh39 one way in Comfort class and Dh109 in Premium. Prices vary by date and ticket type.
How long does the train take from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
The timetable shows 1 hour 4 minutes between Al Yalayis in Dubai and Mohamed Bin Zayed City in Abu Dhabi.
Where is the Etihad Rail station in Dubai?
The Dubai station is Al Yalayis in Jumeirah Golf Estates, next to the Jumeirah Golf Estates station on the Metro Red Line.
Published 5 October 2026. Timetable, fares and station details from Khaleej Times (28 September 2026) and Gulf News (29 September 2026), as published for the service launch. Etihad Rail can change times and fares, so confirm on etihadrail.ae or in the app before travelling.