[ DA Dubai Abu Dhabi Trains ](/) Route Classes FAQ [Search trains](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=dubaiabudhabitrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_header) Route Classes FAQ [Search trains](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=dubaiabudhabitrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_header) Etihad Rail · Now running # Dubai Abu Dhabi Train — one line, two skylines Etihad Rail's passenger service between Dubai and Abu Dhabi launched 30 September 2026, covering the trip in about 64 minutes with 10 daily trains. Search live fares and book your seat below. Now running — book Dubai–Abu Dhabi today Next network milestone — until Liwa & Madinat Zayed stations open – – – days : – – – hrs : – – – min : – – – sec Search Dubai–Abu Dhabi fares ↗ Also running today: [Abu Dhabi–Fujairah and Sharjah (Al Dhaid) — search now ↗](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=dubaiabudhabitrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_hero_alt) Now open for booking 64 min Dubai to Abu Dhabi 200 km/h top speed today 2 classes Comfort & Premium 10 trains/day Dubai ⇄ Abu Dhabi About the route ## What Is the Etihad Rail Train Between Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Etihad Rail Passenger Services is a joint venture between Etihad Rail, the UAE's national rail operator, and Keolis, a French transport operator with rail and metro contracts across the Middle East and Europe. It began passenger operations on the Abu Dhabi–Fujairah trip in June 2026, and extended to Dubai on 30 September 2026, linking the two cities directly by rail for the first time. Passenger and freight trains share the same rail network — Etihad Rail's freight trains have run since 2023, moving cargo such as granulated sulphur and aggregate between the country's ports and industrial centres — but operations are scheduled separately, so a freight train on the line doesn't affect passenger travel times. > Etihad Rail aims to reduce road congestion, cut carbon emissions and connect the UAE's population, industry and tourism centres through one integrated national rail network — with the Dubai–Abu Dhabi trip as its first major passenger milestone. * **Travel time** about 64 minutes, well under an hour * **Route distance** ~150 km by rail (~140 km by road) * **Top speed** up to 200 km/h today * **Future speed** up to 350 km/h by ~2030 * **Operator** Etihad Rail Passenger Services * **Capacity** up to 400 passengers per train  The route ## Jumeirah Golf Estates and Abu Dhabi Station Neither station sits in the two cities' downtown cores, so build a few extra minutes into your journey for the metro, bus or taxi connection at each end. Station| City| Key connections ---|---|--- Jumeirah Golf Estates| Dubai| Dubai Metro (footbridge, ~4 min), buses, taxis, Al Maktoum International Airport (~30 min) Mohamed bin Zayed City| Abu Dhabi| Metro, buses, taxis, onward access toward Zayed International Airport The bigger picture ## Etihad Rail's Rail Network Across the Middle East Etihad Rail is one of the region's most strategic national projects — a 1,200 km rail network linking major population centres, industrial zones and trade hubs, including Jebel Ali Port and the northern emirates. It supports the UAE Vision for economic diversification and national development, reducing road dependency with modern, technology-driven infrastructure. Destinations| Opening ---|--- Abu Dhabi, Fujairah| 30 June 2026 — open now Dubai (Jumeirah Golf Estates), Sharjah (Al Dhaid)| 30 September 2026 — open now Liwa, Madinat Zayed (Al Dhafra region)| 30 November 2026 Al Mirfa, Al Dhannah, Al Sila (Al Dhafra region)| 30 December 2026 Sharjah (University City Station)| 30 March 2027 Sharjah already has one open station — Al Dhaid, live since 30 September 2026 — with a second, University City Station, still to come in March 2027. The Al Dhafra region opens in two stages: Liwa and Madinat Zayed on 30 November 2026, then Al Mirfa, Al Dhannah and Al Sila on 30 December 2026. Once complete, the network is projected to carry around 36.5 million passengers a year across all 11 cities and regions, with Al Ain and Ras Al Khaimah planned to eventually put most of the UAE's major cities within reach of a single ticket. Onboard classes ## Onboard Experience: Comfort Class vs Premium Class Dubai–Abu Dhabi fares: Comfort from $11 (AED 39), Premium from $30 (AED 109). On the Abu Dhabi–Fujairah route, Comfort starts from $15 and Premium from $33.  ### Comfort Class Reclining seats, overhead luggage space and a guaranteed seat with every booking — the class most passengers choose for a short city-to-city trip. From $11 (AED 39) →  ### Premium Class Wider seating, a quieter cabin and an included meal with a children's menu option, for travelers who want extra comfort on the same fast trip. From $30 (AED 109) → Comfort Class includes complimentary Wi-Fi, power/USB charging, luggage space and complimentary drinks and snacks. Search and book through the widget above, powered by highspeedtrains.com. Train vs driving ## Why Take the Train Over Driving * Dedicated track means travel times stay consistent, unaffected by road congestion * Driving on Sheikh Zayed Road typically exceeds an hour and a half with traffic and parking * Intercity buses usually take longer than the train on this route * No need to watch the road — a genuinely stress-free way to commute between the two cities ### Etihad Rail's Environmental Impact * Rail transport emits 70–80% less CO2 than trucks carrying the same tonnage by road * One freight train trip replaces around 300 trucks on the road * The network is projected to cut emissions by over 2.2 million tonnes a year * Projected to save ~AED 7bn in road maintenance over 40 years, ~AED 24bn in emissions costs over 50 Booking tips ## How to Book Dubai Abu Dhabi Train Tickets ### Book ahead Early departures on this new route are in high demand — book as soon as you know your travel dates. ### Plan your station transfer The Dubai side's four-minute footbridge to the metro is the fastest way in or out of Jumeirah Golf Estates station. ### Arriving via Al Maktoum Airport? Jumeirah Golf Estates station is about 30 minutes away — a practical connection onward to Abu Dhabi by rail. ### Traveling with family? Premium Class includes a children's menu; both classes carry standard luggage allowances for a day trip or overnight bag. Questions ## Dubai Abu Dhabi Train — FAQ When does the Dubai to Abu Dhabi train start running? The Dubai station at Jumeirah Golf Estates opened 30 September 2026, extending Etihad Rail's passenger network, which began running between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah on 30 June 2026. Both routes are now in service. How long does the train take between Dubai and Abu Dhabi? About 64 minutes, at speeds up to 200 km/h. How far apart are Dubai and Abu Dhabi by train? The rail route covers around 150 km, close to the roughly 140 km road distance via Sheikh Zayed Road. Who operates the Dubai Abu Dhabi train? Etihad Rail Passenger Services — a joint venture between Etihad Rail and Keolis, a French public transport operator. What was Etihad Rail DB? Etihad Rail DB was an earlier joint venture between Etihad Rail and Deutsche Bahn, which acted as shadow operator and knowledge-transfer partner for the freight network's first stages before Etihad Rail became fully self-operating in 2022. Who built the Dubai–Abu Dhabi railway? China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) built the civil and track works connecting Abu Dhabi and Dubai, alongside other contractors including Ghantoot Transport and General Contracting Company (GTGC) on different sections of the national network. What train classes are available? Comfort and Premium. Premium adds wider seating, a quieter cabin and an included meal with a children's menu option. How much do tickets cost? Dubai–Abu Dhabi fares are AED 39 (about $11) for Comfort Class and AED 109 (about $30) for Premium Class. On the Abu Dhabi–Fujairah route, Comfort starts from $15 and Premium from $33. How many trains run per day? 10 daily trains run between Dubai and Abu Dhabi (5 in each direction), and 6 daily trains run between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah. How do I book a ticket? Search and book through the widget above, powered by highspeedtrains.com — the Dubai–Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi–Fujairah routes are both open for booking now. Where is the Dubai train station? Jumeirah Golf Estates, southern Dubai, connected to the Dubai Metro by a roughly four-minute footbridge. Where is the Abu Dhabi train station? Mohamed bin Zayed City, the most centrally located of Abu Dhabi's Etihad Rail stations. Can I reach the train from Dubai Airport? Not directly, but Jumeirah Golf Estates station is about 30 minutes from Al Maktoum International Airport by road. Is the train faster than driving? Yes for most travelers — driving typically exceeds an hour and a half with traffic, versus about 64 minutes by train. What's the luggage allowance? Overhead space for smaller bags, dedicated space for larger suitcases — similar to a coach or domestic flight. Are pets allowed? Etihad Rail has not published a pet policy for passenger services yet — confirm directly with Etihad Rail before travel. Will there be a faster train in future? Yes — a high-speed line planned for around 2030 is designed to cut the trip to about 30 minutes at up to 350 km/h, reportedly with around six stations including Yas Island and Zayed International Airport. Does the train connect to other UAE cities? Yes — Sharjah's Al Dhaid station opened alongside Dubai on 30 September 2026. Still to come: Liwa and Madinat Zayed (Al Dhafra region) on 30 November 2026, Al Mirfa, Al Dhannah and Al Sila (also Al Dhafra) on 30 December 2026, and Sharjah's University City Station on 30 March 2027. Al Ain and Ras Al Khaimah are planned as the network completes its 11-city reach. Is rail travel more environmentally friendly than driving? Yes — rail transport emits significantly less CO2 per passenger than driving, and Etihad Rail's network is projected to cut national greenhouse gas emissions by over 2.2 million tonnes a year. ## Dubai–Abu Dhabi trains are running Search the widget above to compare Comfort and Premium fares and book your seat on the new Dubai–Abu Dhabi service. The Abu Dhabi–Fujairah and Sharjah (Al Dhaid) routes are open too. [Search Dubai–Abu Dhabi ↗](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=dubaiabudhabitrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_cta_band) This website does not own or operate any of the trains — Dubai–Abu Dhabi rail service is operated by Etihad Rail Passenger Services, a joint venture between Etihad Rail and Keolis. It is an independent informational guide. We recommend booking your train tickets at [highspeedtrains.com](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=dubaiabudhabitrains.com&utm_campaign=link_footer_text). 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