Heavy Dubai-Sharjah rush-hour delays on E11 and E311 as incidents and diversions slow commuters

Heavy morning traffic is clogging up routes between Dubai and Sharjah, with Google Maps highlighting the heaviest congestion on E11 and E311 highways. Interchanges, industrial zones and approaches to the border area are experiencing slow and stop-and-go traffic. On E11, the map shows red sections around Al Khan, Al Mamzar and the Al Ittihad Road corridor, with yellow stretches indicating traffic moving below normal speeds.

E311, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, also has extensive red sections around Sharjah’s Industrial Area, further south towards Muhaisnah, and several incident icons along the route.

The congestion extends beyond the highways, with roads at Industrial Area 4 and surrounding Sharjah districts showing a mix of yellow, red and green sections. Motorists entering E311 may face delays before reaching the highway, while those exiting could encounter queues at exit ramps. In the Al Falaj, Dasman and Al Jazeera interchange area, traffic is flowing but slowing at merge points.

Several road incidents are causing delays, so motorists should drive cautiously, avoid sudden lane changes and leave extra space around affected areas. A temporary diversion between Sharjah Industrial Areas 12 and 13 for road upgrades is also in place until August 30.

Drivers are advised to allow extra time for their journey and check live navigation before setting out. E611 may offer an alternative route, but its suitability depends on the destination and conditions at departure.