Sheikh Hamdan shares Etihad Rail ticket as Dubai-Abu Dhabi service nears launch
Dubai: The Dubai Crown Prince shared his Etihad Rail ticket on Snapchat, showing a journey between the two emirates ahead of the launch of passenger services from Dubai. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai shared his Etihad Rail ticket on Snapchat, showing a journey…
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum recently shared his Etihad Rail ticket on Snapchat, showcasing a journey between Dubai and Abu Dhabi ahead of the launch of passenger services. The ticket reveals a Comfort option, with starting fares at Dh39 for the trip. This comes just days before the September 30 commencement of new services, marking a significant milestone for the UAE's national passenger rail network.
The new service will connect Al Yalayis Station in Dubai's Jumeirah Golf Estates to Mohammed Bin Zayed City Station in Abu Dhabi, offering a 30-minute travel time between the two emirates. Etihad Rail has reopened ticket sales, available through the official website or app. The phased expansion of the UAE's passenger rail network began with services between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah in June, with Dubai-Al Dhaid stations due to open on September 30.
Strong demand for services is evident, with over 70,000 tickets sold across the network by August. The launch of Al Yalayis Station will provide a convenient rail option for Dubai commuters, connected via a pedestrian link to the Dubai Metro. The integration of air and rail travel across the UAE is also being explored by Etihad and Etihad Rail.
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