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Sharjah Bus Station searches usually refer to the emirate’s main public bus network centred around Al Jubail Bus Station and Al Rolla Bus Station.
Al Jubail is the main hub for intercity travel, especially buses connecting Sharjah with Dubai, Ajman and Fujairah. Rolla is more focused on frequent local routes serving areas such as Sahara Centre, Safari Mall, Muwaileh, Al Saja’a and Sharjah Airport.
Public bus services are managed by the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA).
For most passengers, the easiest way to understand the network is:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Transport authority | Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) |
| Main intercity station | Al Jubail Bus Station |
| Major local hub | Al Rolla Bus Station |
| General network hours | Around 6:00 AM–11:00 PM |
| Selected services | Can operate earlier or overnight |
| Local payment | Sayer Card or cash |
| Detailed local cash fare | Around AED 8 |
| Detailed Sayer fare | Around AED 6 |
| Dubai routes | E303, E306, E307, E307A, E303A, E304, E308 |
| Ajman corridor | E400 |
| Fujairah | E700 |
| Sharjah Airport | Routes 14, 15 and 99 |
| Sahara Centre | Routes 1, 7, 8 |
| Safari Mall | Route 3 |
| Muwaileh | Route 14X |
| Al Saja’a | Routes 77, 88, 88X |
Al Jubail Bus Station is the main Sharjah bus station for intercity travel.
It is located close to Sharjah Corniche and functions as the principal departure and arrival point for many services connecting Sharjah with Dubai and other emirates.
Passengers use Al Jubail for:
No.
They are separate transport areas.
Al Jubail is the main intercity transport hub.
It has organised bus bays, waiting facilities, ticketing services, Sayer facilities and taxi access.
Rolla is primarily a cluster of local bus stops around Rolla Square, Rolla Park and Rolla Mall.
It is especially useful for city routes toward:
The two hubs are close enough to connect easily, but passengers should not assume they are the same terminal.
Best for:
Nearby places include:
Best for:
Nearby landmarks include:
Muwaileh also plays an important role in Sharjah’s local network, particularly for commuters, students and residents travelling around University City, Muwaileh Commercial and surrounding areas.
Sharjah’s general bus network operates primarily from early morning until late evening.
A useful general planning window is:
6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
However, this does not apply to every route.
Some services:
Route 99 to Sharjah Airport is an important example of a service that operates far beyond normal daytime hours.
The busiest travel periods are generally:
Morning: 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Evening: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
During these periods:
Mid-morning and early afternoon are generally easier for passengers with flexible schedules.
Al Jubail has several important Dubai connections.
| Route | Dubai Destination |
|---|---|
| E303 | Union Square Bus Station |
| E306 | Al Ghubaiba Bus Station |
| E307 | Deira City Centre Bus Station |
| E307A | Abu Hail Metro |
| E303A | Sabkha Bus Station |
| E304 | Satwa Bus Station |
| E308 | Stadium Bus Station |
These routes give Sharjah commuters several options depending on where they need to reach in Dubai.
The E303 connects Al Jubail with Union Square Bus Station in Deira.
This is one of the main commuter routes between Sharjah and central Deira.
It is useful for passengers travelling toward:
Approximate journey time under lighter traffic is around:
40–60 minutes
Dubai–Sharjah congestion can make the journey significantly longer.
The E306 connects Sharjah Al Jubail with Al Ghubaiba Bus Station.
Al Ghubaiba is particularly useful for:
Allow approximately 50–65 minutes or more, depending on traffic.
The E307 connects Al Jubail with Deira City Centre Bus Station.
This route is useful for:
Approximate journey time:
around 45–60 minutes, depending on traffic.
The E307A serves the Abu Hail Metro corridor.
This gives passengers a useful connection to the Dubai Metro Green Line.
It is especially practical for commuters travelling toward:
The E303A connects the Sharjah Al Jubail area with Sabkha Bus Station in Deira.
Sabkha is useful for reaching:
The E304 provides a Dubai connection toward Satwa Bus Station.
This is useful for passengers travelling toward:
The E308 links Al Jubail with the Stadium area in Dubai.
Passengers travelling to parts of northern Dubai can compare E308 with E307A and other Deira-side services to choose the most convenient connection.
The E400 also appears frequently around Al Jubail.
It operates on the Union Square–Ajman corridor and serves the Al Jubail transport area.
Because the displayed direction can vary, check the destination sign before boarding rather than assuming every E400 bus is going to the same terminus.
A recent Wednesday schedule from the Al Jubail Bus Station – 02 stop shows how frequent Dubai-side services can be in the early morning.
| Route | Direction | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| E400 | Union Square | 4:36 AM |
| E307 | Deira City Centre | 5:00 AM |
| E303 | Union Square | 5:00 AM |
| E400 | Union Square | 5:01 AM |
| E307 | Deira City Centre | 5:20 AM |
| E400 | Union Square | 5:22 AM |
| E307A | Abu Hail Metro | 5:30 AM |
| E303 | Union Square | 5:30 AM |
| E303A | Sabkha | 5:35 AM |
| E400 | Union Square | 5:37 AM |
| E307 | Deira City Centre | 5:40 AM |
| E400 | Union Square | 5:52 AM |
| E303A | Sabkha | 5:55 AM |
| E307 | Deira City Centre | 6:00 AM |
| E307A | Abu Hail Metro | 6:00 AM |
| E303 | Union Square | 6:00 AM |
| E400 | Union Square | 6:07 AM |
| E307 | Deira City Centre | 6:12 AM |
| E303A | Sabkha | 6:15 AM |
| E307A | Abu Hail Metro | 6:20 AM |
| E303 | Union Square | 6:20 AM |
| E400 | Union Square | 6:22 AM |
Some timetable entries are buses arriving back toward Al Jubail rather than departing to Dubai, so always check the displayed direction, not just the route number.
The E400 serves the broader Union Square–Ajman corridor and passes through the Al Jubail transport network.
Ajman is close to Sharjah, making bus travel practical for daily commuting.
Journey times depend strongly on traffic.
The E700 is associated with the Sharjah–Fujairah intercity connection.
Approximate journey time:
around 2.5 hours
Because this is a long-distance route, check the current departure time before arriving at Al Jubail.
Sharjah’s intercity network includes Abu Dhabi travel, but route listings for this corridor vary considerably.
Passengers should check the current Al Jubail departure board or SRTA intercity information for the active direct service and route number.
Do not rely on an old E-route number without confirming it first.
Al Ain can also be reached through the wider UAE intercity network.
Direct and connecting arrangements can change, so confirm the current departure at Al Jubail before planning a long-distance trip.
The most important direct airport route from Al Jubail is:
Route 99
| Direction | First Bus | Last Bus | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubail → Sharjah Airport | 6:10 AM | 4:30 AM next day | 15–30 min |
| Sharjah Airport → Jubail | 6:15 AM | 5:30 AM next day | 15–30 min |
Route 99 is particularly useful because it operates far later than most ordinary Sharjah city buses.
Sharjah International Airport is also served by local routes including:
Which one is best depends on where you begin your journey.
Route 14 serves:
Al Sharq → Al Arouba → Rolla → King Faisal Street → Maliha Road → Al Gharayen → Al Nouf → Sharjah National Park → Sharjah International Airport
| Direction | First Bus | Last Bus | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Sharq → Airport | 6:30 AM | 10:30 PM | Every 15 min |
| Airport → Al Sharq | 6:50 AM | 10:25 PM | Every 15 min |
Route 15 also links Rolla with the airport corridor.
| Day | Direction | First | Last | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | Rolla → Airport | 6:10 AM | 10:50 PM | 20 min |
| Weekdays | Airport → Rolla | 6:45 AM | 8:00 PM | 20 min |
| Weekends | Rolla → Airport | 6:30 AM | 8:40 PM | 25 min |
| Weekends | Airport → Rolla | 6:30 AM | 8:40 PM | 25 min |
Rolla is one of the most important starting points for local Sharjah routes.
Major services include:
| Route | Main Destination |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sahara Centre |
| 3 | Safari Mall |
| 7 | Sahara Mall via Aquarium |
| 8 | Sahara Mall |
| 14 | Sharjah Airport corridor |
| 14X | Muwaileh |
| 15 | Sharjah Airport |
| 77 | Muwaileh–Al Saja’a |
| 88 | Al Saja’a |
| 88X | Al Saja’a Industrial Area |
Route 1 is one of Sharjah’s important local commuter services.
Main stops include:
Rolla → Jubail → Central Souq → King Abdul Aziz Street → Isteqlaal Street → King Faisal Street → Industrial Area → Al Nahda Park → Sahara Centre
A detailed timetable shows changing frequency throughout the day.
| Period | Frequency |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM–8:51 AM | About 19 min |
| 9:10 AM–2:50 PM | About 85 min |
| 3:10 PM–7:55 PM | About 19 min |
| 8:14 PM–10:22 PM | About 85 min |
| Period | Frequency |
|---|---|
| 6:10 AM–9:39 AM | About 19 min |
| 9:50 AM–3:30 PM | About 85 min |
| 3:55 PM–8:02 PM | About 19 min |
| 8:21 PM–11:00 PM | About 85 min |
Weekend frequency is generally around 20–30 minutes during the published service windows.
Because different timetable summaries show slightly different first/last times, check the current schedule when travelling close to the beginning or end of service.
Route 3 connects Rolla with Safari Mall through important central and industrial areas.
Main stops include:
| Day | Direction | First | Last | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | Rolla → Safari Mall | 6:05 AM | 10:05 PM | 10–15 min |
| Weekdays | Safari → Rolla | 6:40 AM | 9:50 PM | 10–15 min |
| Weekends | Rolla → Safari | 6:20 AM | 9:50 PM | 15–20 min |
| Weekends | Safari → Rolla | 6:40 AM | 9:35 PM | 15–20 min |
Route 7 travels through the Sharjah waterfront and Al Taawun corridor.
Main areas include:
| Day | Direction | First | Last | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | Rolla → Sahara Mall | 6:10 AM | 10:50 PM | 10 min |
| Weekdays | Sahara → Rolla | 6:20 AM | 10:00 PM | 10 min |
| Weekends | Rolla → Sahara | 7:00 AM | 10:50 PM | 15 min |
| Weekends | Sahara → Rolla | 8:00 AM | 10:40 PM | 15 min |
Route 8 is another direct option for the Sahara Centre/Sahara Mall area.
Main stops include:
| Day | Direction | First | Last | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | Rolla → Sahara | 6:10 AM | 10:40 PM | 20 min |
| Weekdays | Sahara → Rolla | 6:35 AM | 11:15 PM | 20 min |
| Weekends | Rolla → Sahara | 6:30 AM | 10:00 PM | 25 min |
| Weekends | Sahara → Rolla | 6:45 AM | 10:15 PM | 25 min |
The 14X connects central Sharjah with Muwaileh Commercial and the University City district.
Main corridor:
Rolla → Al Wahda Road → Industrial Areas → Muwaileh Commercial → University City
Approximate journey:
around 50 minutes
| Day | Direction | First | Last | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | Rolla → Muwaileh | 6:23 AM | 10:00 PM | 15 min |
| Weekdays | Muwaileh → Rolla | 6:25 AM | 10:00 PM | 15 min |
| Weekends | Rolla → Muwaileh | 6:17 AM | 10:00 PM | 20 min |
| Weekends | Muwaileh → Rolla | 6:40 AM | 9:49 PM | 20 min |
Route 77 links:
Muwaileh → Maliha Road → Emirates Road → Al Dhaid Road → Al Saja’a
| Direction | First | Last | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muwaileh → Al Saja’a | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM | 30 min |
| Al Saja’a → Muwaileh | 8:00 AM | 8:00 PM | 30 min |
Weekend timings are generally similar.
Route 88 connects Rolla with Al Saja’a.
| Day | Direction | First | Last | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | Rolla → Al Saja’a | 6:00 AM | 10:25 PM | 15 min |
| Weekdays | Al Saja’a → Rolla | 6:40 AM | 9:25 PM | 15 min |
| Weekends | Rolla → Al Saja’a | 6:30 AM | 9:50 PM | 20 min |
| Weekends | Al Saja’a → Rolla | 6:40 AM | 9:30 PM | 20 min |
The 88X covers a longer Al Saja’a corridor.
Main areas include:
| Day | Direction | First | Last | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | Rolla → Al Saja’a | 6:00 AM | 10:15 PM | 20 min |
| Weekdays | Al Saja’a → Rolla | 6:35 AM | 10:00 PM | 20 min |
| Weekends | Rolla → Al Saja’a | 6:20 AM | 9:40 PM | 25 min |
| Weekends | Al Saja’a → Rolla | 6:35 AM | 9:55 PM | 25 min |
Sharjah’s local bus network uses both cash and the Sayer Card.
A detailed fare schedule lists:
| Payment Method | Typical Local Fare |
|---|---|
| Cash | AED 8 |
| Sayer Card | AED 6 |
Some individual route summaries list a general fare of around AED 8, while longer or special routes may cost more.
Intercity fares vary by destination.
The Sayer Card is Sharjah’s smart transport card for bus travel.
It is useful for frequent passengers because it provides:
Sayer Cards can be purchased or topped up at major locations including:
For supported buses:
Keeping the card topped up before peak travel helps avoid delays.
Yes, cash payment is supported on many Sharjah services.
However, the Sayer Card is generally more convenient for regular passengers and may offer a lower fare.
Keep small denominations when planning to pay cash.
Al Jubail offers facilities designed for local and long-distance travellers.
| Facility | Available |
|---|---|
| Air-conditioned waiting areas | Yes |
| Shaded bus bays | Yes |
| Ticket counters | Yes |
| Sayer vending/top-up services | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Taxi access | Yes |
| Parking/drop-off | Available |
| Shops/food nearby | Yes |
Rolla’s facilities are distributed around the station cluster rather than concentrated in one large terminal building.
Passengers can find:
Several public transport stops are located within walking distance of Al Jubail.
| Stop | Approx. Walking Time |
|---|---|
| Rolla Bus Stop | 13 min |
| Al Arouba Street Bus Stop 2 | 14 min |
| King Faisal Road – Old Gold Souq | 16 min |
| King Faisal Road – Gold Souk (Old) | 16 min |
Walking times are approximate and depend on the exact station exit or boarding bay.
Souq Al Jubail is immediately associated with the Al Jubail area and is convenient for:
Central Souq is served by several central Sharjah routes.
It is known for:
Al Jubail is close to Sharjah Corniche, making the station useful for passengers visiting waterfront areas.
Routes through the Al Khan and Aquarium corridor, particularly Route 7, provide convenient access to Sharjah Aquarium and the Maritime Museum.
Sahara Centre is served by multiple local routes including:
Safari Mall is primarily associated with Route 3 from Rolla.
The airport-road corridor provides access toward Sharjah National Park, including services such as Route 14.
Al Majaz is accessible through central Sharjah routes and onward transport from Al Jubail or Rolla.
For current route information, passengers can use:
Live checking is especially important:
Use Al Jubail for most intercity trips.
Use Rolla for many local Sharjah routes.
Some routes pass through Al Jubail while travelling between two other terminals.
Dubai-bound buses can become busy during commuter hours.
A Sayer Card can save time and usually costs less than a cash local fare.
A trip that normally takes 40–60 minutes can take much longer during peak periods.
Route 99 operates substantially later than many ordinary city routes.
Several Rolla routes have different first buses, last buses and frequencies on weekends.
They are separate transport hubs.
Most major Dubai intercity services are associated with Al Jubail.
Cash local fares are commonly around AED 8, while Sayer fares can be lower and longer routes differ.
Routes 14, 15 and 99 serve different airport corridors.
Routes such as E400 can show different terminal directions.
Long-distance Abu Dhabi and other emirate services should be checked before departure.
Al Jubail Bus Station is the main intercity bus hub in Sharjah.
Al Jubail is commonly treated as Sharjah’s main or central intercity bus station.
No. Al Jubail and Rolla are separate hubs.
Rolla primarily serves local routes toward Sahara Centre, Safari Mall, Muwaileh, Al Saja’a, the airport and other Sharjah districts.
Most services operate primarily between about 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM, although individual routes can start earlier or run later.
Use E303 from the Al Jubail area.
Use E306.
Use E307.
Use E307A.
Use E303A.
The E304 connects the Satwa–Al Jubail corridor.
Use Route 99.
From Jubail toward Sharjah Airport, the timetable starts around 6:10 AM.
Yes. Services can continue until around 4:30 AM the next day from Jubail, making Route 99 one of the most useful late-night airport connections.
Use Route 1.
Routes 7 and 8 also serve the broader Sahara Mall/Centre corridor.
Use Route 3.
Use Route 14X.
Routes 88 and 88X serve the Rolla–Al Saja’a corridor.
A detailed local fare schedule lists approximately:
Route-specific and intercity fares can differ.
Sayer is Sharjah’s bus smart card for cashless public transport payment.
Sayer Cards are available at major terminals such as Al Jubail and Rolla, as well as supported SRTA counters.
Yes, cash is accepted on many services, although Sayer is generally more convenient for regular passengers.
Yes.
Yes. Al Jubail has shaded and air-conditioned waiting facilities.
Yes. Taxi connections are available outside the station.
Yes. Sharjah buses operate throughout the week, although first buses, last buses and frequencies can differ on weekends.
For most travellers, understanding the difference between Sharjah’s two main hubs makes the network much easier to use.
Al Jubail Bus Station → intercity and Dubai connections
Al Rolla Bus Station → frequent local Sharjah routes
For Dubai:
E303 → Union Square
E306 → Al Ghubaiba
E307 → Deira City Centre
E307A → Abu Hail Metro
E303A → Sabkha
E304 → Satwa
For Sharjah Airport:
99 → Al Jubail ↔ Sharjah International Airport
14 / 15 → other Sharjah Airport corridors
For local travel:
1 → Sahara Centre
3 → Safari Mall
7 / 8 → Sahara Mall
14X → Muwaileh
77 / 88 / 88X → Al Saja’a corridors
For payment, keep a topped-up Sayer Card ready if you travel regularly. Cash remains available on many routes, but Sayer can provide a lower local fare.
Always check the current route direction, departure time and station before travelling, particularly for Dubai, airport and long-distance journeys.