{
  "id": 13928745,
  "title": "How to travel from Dubai to Etihad Arena for The Phantom of the Opera",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/how-to-travel-from-dubai-to-etihad-arena-for-the-phantom-of-the-opera",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T09:47:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/how-to-travel-from-dubai-to-etihad-arena-for-the-phantom-of-the-opera-1.500707366"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Abu Dhabi's Etihad Arena is hosting Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera from March 10 to 28, 2027. The 113 km drive from Dubai takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes, but allow extra time during peak traffic times. Salik charges apply on the Dubai section of the route. Parking options include outdoor waterfront parking and underground parking. Taxis and ride-hailing services are available, with fares ranging from Dh250 to Dh350 one way. Public bus travel is possible but takes much longer and requires planning. Public buses cost around Dh30, and you'll need a Nol card for the return journey. Etihad Rail provides a train service between Al Yalayis station in Dubai and Mohamed Bin Zayed City in Abu Dhabi, with Comfort fares starting at Dh39. However, you would need a taxi or ride-hailing service to reach Yas Island from Mohamed Bin Zayed City. Ticket prices range from Dh240 on weekdays to Dh790 on Fridays and Saturdays.",
  "summary": "Abu Dhabi- Etihad Arena has been the destination for the various indoor events in Abu Dhabi. Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera is making its Abu Dhabi debut at Etihad Arena on Yas Island from March 10 to 28, 2027, with 13 performances over three weeks. The arena is about 113 km from Dubai, and the way you choose to get there will decide your whole evening. For anyone travelling from…",
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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."
}