{
  "id": 10687742,
  "title": "Etihad Rail Abu Dhabi guide: How to reach Yas Island, Saadiyat and other major attractions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/etihad-rail-abu-dhabi-guide-how-to-reach-yas-island-saadiyat-and-10687742",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-29T11:43:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/travel/2026/09/29/etihad-rail-abu-dhabi-connection-yas-island-saadiyat-reem/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Etihad Rail has introduced train service linking Abu Dhabi and Dubai, providing an alternative to public transport between the two emirates. Trains run from Abu Dhabi to Dubai and Fujairah, with ticket prices starting at Dh39 (Dubai to Abu Dhabi) and Dh55 (Fujairah to Abu Dhabi). Upon arriving at Mohamed bin Zayed City Station in Abu Dhabi, passengers can easily reach several popular attractions. To visit Yas Island, take a taxi or ride-hailing service from the station to Mohamed bin Zayed City Station, which is opposite Dalma Mall. From there, the free Yas Express shuttle connects many of the island's most popular sites, including Ferrari World, Yas Marina Circuit, and Yas Mall. The journey typically takes 30 to 40 minutes by taxi or ride-hailing service, with fares around Dh50 to Dh70. Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi's cultural hub, is home to museums like Louvre Abu Dhabi and Zayed National Museum, along with beaches and restaurants. There is no direct shuttle from the train station to Saadiyat Island, so passengers should take a taxi or ride-hailing service, which takes approximately 30 to 40 minutes and costs around Dh60 to Dh75. Al Qana, a waterfront destination featuring The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi and Adrenark Adventure, is also accessible by taxi or ride-hailing service from the train station. The journey takes about 10 to 15 minutes, with a taxi costing Dh25 to Dh35. The Corniche, a waterfront promenade in Abu Dhabi, offers various activities and dining options. Shuttle services operate from Mohamed bin Zayed City Station to Adnoc Headquarters on the Corniche for Dh10, taking around 45 minutes. By taxi, the journey takes 25 to 35 minutes and costs Dh55 to Dh70. Reem Island, a residential and leisure district, is connected to the train station by a shuttle service costing Dh10 and taking 55 minutes. Taxis to Al Rawdah, a venue within Reem Island, take around 15 to 20 minutes and cost approximately Dh30 to Dh45. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, a notable landmark in Abu Dhabi, can be reached by shuttle from Mohamed bin Zayed City Station to Al Rawdah for Dh10 and 30 minutes. Taxis to the mosque take about 15 to 20 minutes and cost Dh30 to Dh45.",
  "summary": "Etihad Rail has launched its train service between Abu Dhabi and Dubai , making it easier for people to travel between the two emirates by public transport. The new route joins the existing passenger service between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, giving travellers from both emirates another way to reach the capital. Tickets to start at Dh39, from Dubai to Abu Dhabi, and Dh55 from Fujairah to the…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Etihad Rail Abu Dhabi guide: How to reach Yas Island, Saadiyat and other major attractions",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/etihad-rail-abu-dhabi-guide-how-to-reach-yas-island-saadiyat-and",
        "published": "2026-09-29T11:43:01.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "From highway to rail: Inside the UAE’s new Abu Dhabi–Dubai train experience",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/from-highway-to-rail-inside-the-uaes-new-abu-dhabi-dubai-train",
        "published": "2026-09-29T12:12:13.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}