Abu Hail Bus Station is an important public transport hub in Deira, Dubai, combining RTA bus services with direct access to Abu Hail Metro Station on the Green Line.

The station is especially useful for:

travel between Dubai and Sharjah;
connections around Deira and Al Qusais;
transfers between bus and Metro;
journeys to Union Bus Station;
Gold Souq and Dubai Festival City connections;
daily commuting around eastern Dubai.

The most important inter-emirate route is E307A, which connects the Abu Hail station area with Sharjah Al Jubail Bus Station.

Abu Hail Bus Station Quick Guide

Detail	Information
Station	Abu Hail Bus Station
Area	Deira, Dubai
Road	Salah Al Din Street
Metro	Abu Hail Metro Station
Metro line	Green Line
Main inter-emirate route	E307A
Sharjah destination	Al Jubail Bus Station
Other current routes nearby	5, 43, C9/C09, C03/C3, C10, 13B
Payment	Nol Card
Closest bus stop	Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop B – about 20 m
E307A boarding area	Abu Hail Bus Station 6 / Metro Bus Stop A area
Operator	Dubai RTA

Where Is Abu Hail Bus Station?

Abu Hail Bus Station is located in Deira, Dubai, along Salah Al Din Street.

It sits directly beside the Abu Hail Metro station complex, making transfers between bus and Metro straightforward.

Nearby communities include:

Abu Hail;
Hor Al Anz;
Al Qusais;
Al Nahda;
Deira;
Al Twar.

Abu Hail Bus Station vs Abu Hail Metro Station

Abu Hail Bus Station and Abu Hail Metro Station are part of the same wider transport interchange, but passengers should not treat every boarding point as one stop.

The station cluster includes:

Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop B;
Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop B – 01;
Abu Hail Bus Station 2;
Abu Hail Bus Station 3;
Abu Hail Bus Station 6;
Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop A – 03;
Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop A – 06.

Different routes use different stops.

Always check the exact stop number before boarding.

Abu Hail Metro Station

Abu Hail Metro Station is on the Dubai Metro Green Line.

It provides direct Metro connections through Deira toward major interchange and business districts.

Current station listings show Green Line service toward:

Creek;
e& Metro Station.

Some timetable systems still display the older Etisalat Metro Station name for the eastern end of the Green Line.

Abu Hail Metro Station Timings

Metro operating hours vary by day, so it is better to check the live timetable rather than rely on one weekly schedule.

A current Sunday station listing shows trains beginning at approximately:

5:42 AM

with late services continuing to around:

11:58 PM–12:00 AM.

Individual train times vary by direction.

Metro Directions From Abu Hail

Typical Green Line directions shown at Abu Hail include:

Creek Metro Station

and:

e& Metro Station

The Metro provides convenient onward connections toward:

Union;
BurJuman;
Dubai Healthcare City;
other Green Line destinations.

Abu Hail Bus Station Routes

The current station cluster is associated with services including:

Route	Main Destination / Corridor
E307A	Sharjah Al Jubail Bus Station
5	Union Bus Station
43	Gold Souq / Dubai Festival City / Al Qusais corridor
C9 / C09	Satwa – Hor Al Anz East / Al Qiyadah corridor
C03 / C3	Abu Hail – Al Karama
C10	Jumeirah / Hassa Bint Al Murr Masjid corridor
13B	Al Qusais Bus Station

Because individual routes may use different stops around the station, check the stop number shown for your direction.

E307A Abu Hail to Sharjah

The E307A bus is the most important inter-emirate route serving Abu Hail.

It connects:

Abu Hail → Sharjah Al Jubail Bus Station

and is widely used by commuters travelling between Dubai and Sharjah.

Abu Hail to Sharjah Al Jubail Bus Station

Current journey listings show the trip as direct, without requiring a transfer.

Typical journey time is approximately:

44–52 minutes

depending on traffic and departure.

Peak Dubai–Sharjah traffic can make the trip longer.

E307A Boarding Point at Abu Hail

Current stop information associates E307A with the station cluster around:

Abu Hail Bus Station 6

and:

Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop A – 06

These stops are only a short walk from Abu Hail Metro Station.

Check the live departure display before boarding because the exact platform naming can differ between journey planners.

E307A Abu Hail to Sharjah Timings

Current journey listings show departures beginning at around:

6:30 AM

with late services continuing until around:

10:35 PM.

Example morning departures include:

Departure	Approx. Arrival
6:30 AM	7:14 AM
7:20 AM	8:09 AM
7:50 AM	8:39 AM
8:15 AM	9:04 AM

Example Sunday afternoon departures include:

2:10 PM;
3:00 PM;
4:00 PM;
4:50 PM.

Actual intervals can vary during the day.

E307A Frequency

The service generally operates frequently, with intervals commonly around:

20–30 minutes

during many operating periods.

Traffic and day-of-week schedules can change the actual waiting time.

E307A Friday Timings

Route schedules differ on Fridays.

A current E307A timetable for the opposite Sharjah → Abu Hail direction shows a later Friday operating window than on other days.

Because the two directions do not necessarily share identical first and last buses, check the live RTA schedule for your specific Friday journey.

E307A Stops

In the Sharjah → Abu Hail direction, current route data lists eight stops, including:

Sharjah Al Jubail Bus Station – 02;
King Faisal Road / Jumbo;
Al Wahda Road / City Center;
Al Wahda Center;
Al Wahda Road / Subway;
Al Safeer Mall;
Ansar Mall;
Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop A – 06.

The reverse Abu Hail → Sharjah service uses the corresponding Dubai-to-Sharjah direction.

Abu Hail to Union Bus Station

Route 5 currently serves the corridor between:

Abu Hail Metro Station ↔ Union Bus Station

This is useful for connecting to:

Union Metro Station;
Red Line;
Green Line;
Deira destinations;
other Dubai bus services.

Route 43 From Abu Hail

Route 43 appears in current stop listings around Abu Hail.

Depending on direction, it serves corridors involving:

Gold Souq Bus Station;
Dubai Festival City Festival Centre;
Al Qusais Industrial Area 2.

Check the destination display because route direction matters.

C9 / C09 From Abu Hail

C9/C09 serves the wider corridor between:

Satwa

and:

Hor Al Anz East / Al Qiyadah Metro area

and is currently listed around the Abu Hail station cluster.

C03 / C3 Abu Hail to Al Karama

The C03/C3 route family connects the Abu Hail area with Al Karama.

Current stop listings identify:

C3 – Al Karama Bus Station ↔ Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop A

and:

C03 – Abu Hail Bus Station

in the station area.

For exact first and last departures, use the live RTA timetable rather than older fixed schedules.

13B to Al Qusais

Route 13B is currently associated with:

Al Qusais Bus Station

and serves the Abu Hail Metro area.

This makes Abu Hail useful for passengers travelling toward Al Qusais and neighbouring communities.

C10 From Abu Hail

Current station listings also include C10.

Depending on direction, destinations include:

Jumeirah 1;
Hassa Bint Al Murr Masjid.

Abu Hail to Al Qusais

Al Qusais is one of the main nearby destinations connected to the Abu Hail transport network.

Useful services include routes such as:

13B;
43;
other connecting RTA services.

The best route depends on whether you are travelling to:

Al Qusais Bus Station;
Al Qusais Industrial Area;
another residential part of Al Qusais.

Abu Hail to Gold Souq

Route 43 provides a connection involving Gold Souq Bus Station.

Because route 43 serves different endpoints depending on direction, check the bus display before boarding.

Abu Hail to Dubai Festival City

Route 43 also appears in current station information for travel toward:

Dubai Festival City Festival Centre.

This can be useful for shopping and onward connections around Festival City.

Abu Hail to Al Karama

Use the C3/C03 corridor for travel between Abu Hail and Al Karama.

This route is one of the stronger recurring search intents around the station.

Abu Hail to Dubai Airport

Abu Hail is geographically close to Dubai International Airport, but current September 2026 nearby-route listings do not establish one universal direct airport feeder from the station.

Older guides sometimes identify an F43 connection toward Terminal 2, but current station-level route listings should be checked before relying on that service.

For airport travel, use the current RTA journey planner to determine the best bus, Metro and transfer combination for:

Terminal 1;
Terminal 2;
Terminal 3.

Abu Hail Bus Station Timings

There is no single opening and closing time that applies to every service.

Different routes begin and finish at different times.

Current station-area information shows:

first buses beginning shortly after 5:00 AM on some routes;
Metro service beginning around 5:40 AM on current Sunday listings;
late buses continuing beyond midnight on some services.

First Bus Near Abu Hail Metro Station

Current stop information identifies:

C10 at approximately 5:13 AM

as one of the earliest buses serving the station area.

Last Bus Near Abu Hail Metro Station

Current stop information lists:

C03 at approximately 12:48 AM

as one of the latest buses serving the area.

These are stop-level examples rather than station-wide operating hours.

Nearby Stops at Abu Hail

The Abu Hail interchange contains several closely spaced boarding points.

Stop	Distance	Walking Time
Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop B – 01	20 m	1 min
Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop B	20 m	1 min
Abu Hail Bus Station 2	93 m	2 min
Abu Hail Bus Station 6	117 m	2 min
Abu Hail Bus Station 3	121 m	2 min
Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop A – 06	179 m	3 min
Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop A – 03	196 m	3 min
Abu Hail Center 1	494 m	7 min

This is why checking the exact bus-stop code is important.

Abu Hail Bus Fare

Dubai bus fares generally depend on:

number of zones crossed;
route;
type of journey.

Local Dubai routes are generally cheaper than inter-emirate travel.

For E307A to Sharjah, fare guidance in 2026 sources typically places the journey around AED 10–15, but the exact amount should be checked against the current RTA fare before travel.

Nol Card at Abu Hail Bus Station

Use a Nol Card for Dubai RTA buses and Metro travel.

Nol can be used across:

Dubai Metro;
RTA buses;
other supported Dubai public transport services.

Make sure your card has enough balance before starting an inter-emirate journey.

Can You Pay Cash on Abu Hail Buses?

For standard RTA bus travel, use your Nol Card rather than relying on cash payment onboard.

Cards can be topped up through supported Metro and ticketing facilities.

Abu Hail Bus Station Facilities

The Abu Hail interchange is designed for everyday commuter use.

Published station information describes facilities such as:

air-conditioned waiting areas;
seating;
ticketing and Nol recharge facilities;
restrooms;
passenger information displays;
customer assistance;
taxi access.

Because facilities can change, allow extra time if you specifically need ticketing or passenger assistance before boarding.

Accessibility

The close relationship between Abu Hail Bus Station and Abu Hail Metro Station makes transfers relatively convenient.

Several bus stops are located within one to three minutes of the Metro station.

Passengers requiring step-free or accessibility assistance should follow the current station signage for the appropriate entrance and boarding point.

Nearby Areas

Abu Hail Bus Station is useful for residents and workers travelling around:

Abu Hail;
Hor Al Anz;
Al Qusais;
Al Nahda;
Al Twar;
Deira.

Nearby Metro Stations

The most relevant nearby Metro station is, of course:

Abu Hail Metro Station

Al Qiyadah Metro Station is another Green Line station in the wider area, but it is not a practical walking substitute for most Abu Hail passengers.

Tips for Using Abu Hail Bus Station

Check the Exact Stop Number

Do not simply search “Abu Hail Bus Station” and board from the first bay you see.

Routes may use:

Station 2;
Station 3;
Station 6;
Metro Bus Stop A;
Metro Bus Stop B.

Use the Metro for Easy Access

The Green Line is one of the easiest ways to reach the station from other parts of Dubai.

Allow Extra Time for Sharjah

E307A is direct, but Dubai–Sharjah traffic can significantly affect journey time.

Keep Your Nol Card Loaded

Avoid discovering an insufficient balance just before boarding.

Check Friday Timings Separately

E307A and other services can have different Friday operating hours.

Use Live Departure Information

Route frequencies and exact stop assignments can change.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Treating All Abu Hail Stops as One Stop

The interchange contains multiple numbered bus stops and Metro Bus Stop A/B locations.

Going to the Wrong E307A Stop

Check for the current E307A boarding point in the Abu Hail Bus Station 6 / Metro Bus Stop A area.

Using an Old Green Line Terminus Name

Some journey planners still display Etisalat Metro Station, while current station information uses e& Metro Station.

Assuming Every Older Route Still Operates From Abu Hail

Current stop-level listings should be used instead of older generic route tables.

Assuming One Timetable Covers the Entire Station

Every route has its own first bus, last bus and frequency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where Is Abu Hail Bus Station?

It is in Deira, Dubai, along Salah Al Din Street, beside Abu Hail Metro Station.

Is Abu Hail Bus Station Connected to the Metro?

Yes.

It is directly beside Abu Hail Metro Station on the Green Line.

Which Metro Line Is Abu Hail On?

The Green Line.

Which Bus Goes From Abu Hail to Sharjah?

Use E307A for the direct connection to Sharjah Al Jubail Bus Station.

Is E307A Direct?

Yes. Current journey listings show direct Abu Hail–Al Jubail services without a transfer.

How Long Is Abu Hail to Sharjah by Bus?

Typical listed journeys take about:

44–52 minutes

depending on traffic.

What Time Is the First Abu Hail to Sharjah Bus?

Current journey information shows departures beginning around:

6:30 AM.

What Time Is the Last Abu Hail to Sharjah Bus?

Late departures are listed at around:

10:35 PM.

Schedules vary by day.

How Often Does E307A Run?

Many operating periods show approximately:

20–30 minute intervals.

Where Does E307A Board at Abu Hail?

Current route information associates it with the Abu Hail Bus Station 6 / Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop A – 06 area.

How Much Is Abu Hail to Sharjah?

Published 2026 guidance places the fare around AED 10–15, although the current fare should be checked before travel.

Can I Use Nol Card?

Yes. Nol Card is the standard payment method for Dubai RTA buses and Metro services.

Which Bus Goes to Union?

Route 5 serves the Abu Hail–Union Bus Station corridor.

Which Bus Goes to Gold Souq?

Route 43 serves a Gold Souq corridor from the Abu Hail area.

Which Bus Goes to Al Karama?

Use the C3/C03 corridor.

Which Bus Goes to Al Qusais?

Current options include 13B and some route 43 services, depending on your exact Al Qusais destination.

Is There a Direct Bus From Abu Hail to Dubai Airport?

Current stop-level information does not establish one universal direct airport route from Abu Hail. Check the current RTA journey planner for the appropriate terminal.

What Is the Closest Bus Stop to Abu Hail Metro Station?

Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop B – 01 and Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop B are listed about 20 metres away.

What Is the First Bus Near Abu Hail Metro?

Current stop data lists C10 at around 5:13 AM.

What Is the Last Bus Near Abu Hail Metro?

Current stop data lists C03 at around 12:48 AM.

Final Abu Hail Bus Station Route Summary

For Sharjah:

E307A → Al Jubail Bus Station

For Union:

Route 5

For Gold Souq / Festival City:

Route 43

For Al Karama:

C3 / C03

For Al Qusais:

13B / selected route 43 services

For Satwa / Al Qiyadah:

C9 / C09

For Metro travel:

Abu Hail Metro Station → Green Line

For payment:

Nol Card

For E307A boarding:

Check Abu Hail Bus Station 6 / Metro Bus Stop A

The most important thing to remember is that Abu Hail is an interchange with several separate boarding points. Always confirm the route number, direction and exact stop before boarding.