The connections reshaping travel across Abu Dhabi
In any city, the value of transit infrastructure is often measured in minutes.... A quicker route to work, a more reliable school run or an easier journey across town can shape daily routines in ways that people notice immediately. Across Abu Dhabi, a series of road and connectivity projects is helping to reduce travel times, improve access between communities and make journeys more predictable.…
In Abu Dhabi, the value of transportation infrastructure is increasingly recognized for its immediate impact on daily life. A series of road and connectivity projects are reducing travel times, improving access between communities, and creating more predictable journeys across the emirate. Two new bridges, costing Dh450 million, provide Al Reem Island direct access to the E12 highway, eliminating the need to use Hamdan bin Mohammed Street and Mina Road for traffic heading towards Saadiyat Island and the Dubai-bound highway.
For residents like Cromwell Ojeda, this change has reduced travel times from 30 minutes to around 15 minutes. Along with dedicated pedestrian and cycling paths, the bridges offer new opportunities for active travel while enhancing movement by car. The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) expects the route to reduce peak-hour travel times by up to 60 percent, saving up to 15 minutes on some journeys.
Beyond Al Reem Island, projects in other areas such as Khalifa City and Al Ain aim to address specific transport needs, whether by widening highways, upgrading intersections, or improving connections to key destinations. The overarching goal is to enhance liveability and economic growth by making travel safer, more efficient, and more convenient for residents and visitors alike.
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