New Dubai footbridge and Sharjah buses to improve access to Etihad Rail stations

A pedestrian footbridge in Dubai and three new bus routes in Sharjah are enhancing access to Etihad Rail stations, making it simpler for passengers to transition between Metro and train services. The 400-meter elevated footbridge, spanning Jumeirah Golf Estates station to Etihad Rail’s Al Yalayis Station, is set to replace a shuttle bus service.

Dubai Al Yalayis Station, currently operational since September 30, aims to become a transport superhub with a Red and Gold line interchange planned for 2032. The station's inaugural service connected Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Fujairah. To accommodate growing demand, additional services have been introduced on weekends, with variable pricing causing certain tickets to rise by up to Dh69.

In Sharjah, the Road and Transport Authority unveiled three connecting bus routes from the emirate’s first rail station in Al Dhaid. ER1 links Al Madam Bus Station to Al Dhaid Station, ER2 connects Al Sajaa Bus Station to Al Dhaid Station, and ER3 provides a non-stop service from Jubail Bus Station to Al Dhaid Station. These new services are crucial for improving connectivity for residents of Sharjah’s smaller towns, previously lacking extensive public transport links to other emirates.

Tickets can be purchased using cash or a Sayer Card, with bus schedules synchronized to train arrivals and departures.