RTA puts Metro fee structure on track

Dubai: Fares for Dubai Metro will range from a minimum of Dh1.80 to a maximum of Dh6.50 for a single journey.

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The minimum Metro fare for a short trip for up to three kilometres will be Dh1.80 if a passenger is using a prepaid card. It will cost Dh2 if the passenger uses a standard single journey paper ticket.

The maximum fare for a single journey will be Dh6.50 when using a paper ticket and Dh5.80 when using the card.

The fares will be valid for trains, public buses and the water buses for a single journey. This means a passenger using the metro can continue his or her trip on buses without paying any additional fare.

The Roads and Transport Authority has provided various fare options to passengers including daily and monthly passes.

The daily pass will cost Dh14 for unlimited trips on the metro and public buses all over the city. The monthly passes range from Dh100 to Dh270.

Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of Dubai RTA announced the metro fares yesterday at a press conference at the new RTA headquarters.

"We will not be making any profits out of this fare structure as we want maximum people to use public transport," said Al Tayer. "We have made the fares affordable for all because we want to encourage our citizens, residents and visitors to use mass transit means," he added.

Shaikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council has approved the fare structures after endorsing the order governing mass transit fares in Dubai.

The fare can be paid by means of Unified Electronic Fare Card (UAFC) known as "Nol Card" (an Arabic word meaning "fare" or "cost of using transport") which is an electronic "pay-as-you-go" system introduced by the RTA.

The new fare structure will be implemented with the launch of the Red Line of the Dubai Metro on September 9 this year.

Children under five years of age will travel free while students and senior citizens will get special discounts. A monthly pass for students will cost Dh170 for unlimited trips while a pass for senior citizens for a month will cost Dh200.

The unified prepaid Nol cards will be available at the stations and vending machines, petrol stations and stores all over the city.

Al Tayer said that parking for metro users would be free at the three designated parking lots. These include lots at Al Rashidiya, Al Qusias and Jumeirah Islands Stations. Parking fee is set to be Dh10 per hour and Dh50 per day for those not using the Metro.

"It is to avoid misuse of these parking lots," he said.

Ramadan Abdullah, Director of the Rail Operations Department at the RTA, said that there would be four types of Nol card - Nol Silver, Nol Blue, Nol Gold Card, and Nol Red Ticket.

"The cards will be available at ticketing booths and ticket vending machines at all Dubai Metro stations, bus stations, RTA Customer Service Centres and at RTA authorised sales agents. Nol cards can be topped up and the fare will automatically be deducted depending on the use," he added.

The RTA has divided the city into five mobility zones to effectively implement the fare structure (see map and graphic).

- With inputs by Mohammad Al Khan, Staff Reporter

How it works: Mobility zones

The RTA has divided the city into five mobility zones to effectively implement the fare structure. A passenger has to pay more if he travels in more zones.

A commuter has to complete his journey within 90 minutes if he is using a single journey ticket for a short trip with minimum fare for up to three kilometres. He will be allowed one transfer between two modes of transport - train and bus or bus and train - within 30 minutes.

If a passenger holds a ticket for one zone or multiple zones, he will have to complete his journey within 180 minutes and he will be allowed three transfers between the different modes of transport.

If a user wants to travel on Dubai Metro and then take a bus to reach a certain destination, the user has to take the bus within 30 minutes to avoid charges for the second fare. If he takes the bus within 30 minutes, it will be considered a single journey.

What do you think of the new fares? Is this a good incentive for you to use the Metro on a regular basis?

GREAT!!!I suggest, Bluetooth enabled devices should get messages on the arrival(nearest location of bus) of bus, while switching from Train to Bus and/or to Water Bus to finish one journey. We get to know such things in Bangalore regarding BMTC's Volvo buses.
Jayant B. Rangari
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:49

This RTA move is really welcome, specially during this particular time where people are trying to save. Million thumbs up to RTA.
David
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:45

Fair Enough! Dubai police will have to manage the traffic on the stations now :-)It would be nice if RTA can publish the speed of the Metro and time taken to commute in various zones.Applause for the great efforts and Best of luck for future projects.
Waseem Patel
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:44

The Daily pass of the Metro should be Valid on all Metro trains and Buses like in other metropolitan cities. The fares are just about right, and having the right frequency/schedule of trains and buses will make the Dubai Metro a great success. Inshallah!
Omer Farooq
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:43

Metro Fair is absolutely well managed and calculated. I am pretty sure RTA is doing very marvelous job in Dubai. I saw huge differnce after accomplishment of RTA.
Kripa Shanker
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:41

Paying for Parking AED 10 per hour? This is too much. It should be free parking for those who purchase the monthly pass. Come on, we can not afford it. we working more than 10hours a day. This is unreasonable. I might as well use my car to drive all the way to work then
Sara
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:38

I am very happy to read this news, the fare is absolutely fair and super fantastic! Having been in Sydney for the past 3 years where the public transport is reasonably prompt but really expensive and very dirty, this is refreshing! In Sydney a daily ticket costs close to AED 50 but in Dubai its only AED 14..of course, the network here is much bigger and includes ferries also..but still, the Dubai Metro fares are wow!
Shaz
Sydney,Australia
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:26

Firstly, i wont be using the metro as i cant live without my car, secondly the fares are expensive as compared to singapore and malaysia. I cant understand how on the earth can RTA claim its the cheapest in the world. lets compare apple to an apple and not apple to a mango..How can they compare the fares with New York,Paris and London?
Vijay Bhatia
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:22

But what about the transport from the metro station to the end destination- this becomes a problem especially those who work in offices far from the station and there arent much transportation facilities- like in jebel ali, sheikh sayed road...
Merlin
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:21

What an achievement for Dubai!I just hope that the days when regular visitors like me who vist Dubai will be spared the hassle of moving about freely and in comfort..Indeed this is good news...Best wishes to Dubai Metro...
Hussain Ali
Dar es salaam,Tanzania
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:20

Reasonable, now commuters have a reason of travelling through the metro and the public buses.
Mervyn
Dubai,U.A.E
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:18

I have lived in Dubai for many years and I can say with confidence that this time limit of 30 minutes or 180 minutes will not encourage people to adopt mass transit systems. The concept of Zones is good but the ticket should be basically for the whole day till the last service.
Arun K
Brisbane,Australia
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:17

Metro will be very helpfull for many people those who dont have their own vehicles and can save a lot of time as well as money.
Sathish
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:08

congratulations for the sensible pricing. however i feel that residents should get a monthly pass at dhs 200/- also as nothing has been said abt them even though students and elderly people have been mentioned. pls clarify this point. thanksbest of luck
Kishin
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:06

Hope, RTA will keep these fares constant for couple of years.
Razul
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:06

Fares are really great and please connect sharjah with the metro as well.
Tafseer
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:05

Well Done RTA. Thanks a lot for keeping the fare reasonable so that lot of people will opt for metro which may bring down the traffic on roads and also the air pollution.
Joshua Job
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 10:01

I think the fares are affordable but for the students and senior citizens should be reduced..and I m excited to travel in Metro train..
Ameesha
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:58

Its an affordable fare package from the RTA.
Casper
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:57

The upfront fares looks quite reasonable and affordable. The popularity will depend on how well it is connected by bus services specially in Al Quoz
Saifee Mansoor Tarwala
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:50

Congratulations to MAttar Al Tayar and his entire Team at RTA for a coming up with this kind of Pricing. Its fair and reasonable and above all affordable pricing great work RTA keep the good work going
Manoj
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:45

The fare is very good, keep doing good work RTA
Sachin
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:44

The biggest surprise by RTA to general public. I hope that every one will love to use Metro with these cheapest rates. I hope its gona work well. All the best and Goodluck to RTA and Goodluck to users.
Syed Iftikhar Hussain Shah Gilani
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:41

I am so happy and excited. Last time when I was in Fareast, I was using Metro and it is an excellent service. Nothing is better than this. Last week I was telling my family that I am praying for Dubai Government and RTA for their success and let God Bless them. All their dreams come true as schedule 09/09/09 let Metro start. May be some people will think I am gone mad. But you are wrong. Because I travel by fancy bus and walk everyday to catch the bus from my office more than 35 minutes with this heat. Once we catch bus they need to drop each and every person to their desitantion and it takes to reach me home more than 1 1/2 hrs. By the time i reach home i am Exhausted and no time to spend with the family. Cooking, taking lesson for children, cleaning and prepare for next day and go to bed . Get up at 4.30 am , prepare breakfast, run to the catch fancy bus. These buses are not even staying for 2 seconds. At least when METRO STARTS 090/09/09, I WILL REACH HOME EARLY. My one more request, please arrange the reasonable transportation from Metro station to near by offices and malls. Once again thank you Dubai Government and RTA and wish you all the best. My special prayers are always with you to complete this project
Caterine
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:38

The rates are fare enough. My real worry is how we get to Metro stations. For example, those who are working in DIC, DMC and Knowledge village (Tecom) Metro stations are on the opposite side of Sh. Zayed road. Walking such a distance (1-3 kms) under hot sun is not a good idea. Is it going to be more connection buses within Tecom?
Skariah John Parayil
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:29

First of all, congratulations and thanks to RTA for declaring an attractive fare rate on metro. I feel that the fare structure is affordable to the public. Some attractive fare package on monthly basis for commuters may help RTA to achieve its target to ease traffics on dubai roads forever. But public is still confused of the location of the station and whether there is any free transport system to the Metro station.
Mohammad Ali C. P.
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:27

the fares are very fair!i hope they dont increase it soon!
Shazia
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:27

It is a very good initiative from RTA and it will still be a successful one based on the frequency and timings of the trains.
Vinoth
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:23

Fares are cheap..Congrats to all RTA officials and Rulers of Dubai....14/day is applicable to all zones and all modes transport..270/month is applicable to all zones...expecting some more detailed information required from RTA
David Tilak
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:19

The step taken will affect all in a positive manner. I would also like to suggest that a e-ticket system should be introduced to Dubai - Sharjah routes also.
Mark
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:19

The fares introduced for metro will definitely encourage the people to use public transport facilities, and hopefully will reduce the road traffic.
Teena Antony
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:19

Are u providing bus services for those who work at Jebel Ali ports? If yes, will the buses move even to the container terminal 2 area? Please do advise
Sean Dsouza
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 09:01

This is good arrangement by RTA for travel by Dubai Metrol All the best.
Ashish
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 08:58

I think the student fares are little high. As it is they are getting school buses ranging from 100 to 200, this rates will not attract them to use metro. Also they may have to walk from the stations. So if the rates for them is reduced, there will be big reduction in road traffic at office hours.
Abraham
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 08:57

This is one number good news for Dubai residents! Congratulations! Use the Metro wisely!
Jack Rogriguez
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 08:57

i am very very heppy with RTA. now i am on vacation when i will come dubai first i will use the metro.
Irfan Sahil
Mumbai,India
Posted: June 23, 2009, 08:56

It is an excellent and unexpected fare (fair) decision by the great RTA. The traffic congestion will drastically decrease soon and this will give positive impact on many aspects in favour of people. One thing can be recognsidered that single journey time frame could be changed from 30min to 45min. Because people may go to any shopping mall or store nearby once they get down either from bus or metro between (single) journey.
Mohammad Shajar Al Deen
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 08:55

Really this is a great project and welcome news from RTA. Thanks to Shaikh Mohammad and all behind this great effort.
Baker Anthikad
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 08:48

Its much affordable. The traffic go down drastically and its good for all. RTA n the govt are doing a very vital job.
Khalid Aman Allah
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 08:45

Great fares indeed. multiple usability of tickets to transfer transport mode between bus and train with single ticket makes this even more attractive.
Shafeek Ali
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 23, 2009, 08:44

It is good that the metro will commence on the said date as the public will be at ease and will not hesitate to travel by it. It will also save the Fuel and the Envoirnment from getting more polluted.
Mayur
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 18:00

why people think that only low income earners will use the metro? i believe i am well above average salary but i am reluctant to go "down-town" due to traffic, parking etc. The metro will provide a convenient way to go there as well as the airport and i will definitely use it. taxi costs me 80 AED.Anyway, the big challenge is how people will go to the metro stations. Is there enough parking around? I doubt it.
George
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 18:00

looks to me quite fair except student and senor citizen fair shoud come down to 100 dhs
Syed Imtiaz Ahmad
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 17:56

Really this a great and welcome news from RTA. Thanks to all to keep lower fare.
Mani
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 17:55

Is the best service it reduce the waste of time on the roads and also reduce the traffic on the road.May Allah Succes this project.Amin
Syed Iftikahr Shah
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 17:53

Yes great fare... but i dont know i will use the train or not?
Muhib
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 17:51

as a teenager, i think the metro fares are fair enough and affordable for everyone, as i need someone to transport me to my destination while my parents are busy
Ahmad Sameh
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 17:44

this looks reasonable and sensible fare to attract more users so that traffic can be controlled and less pollution.
Naresh Gupta
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 17:44

The RTA is doing a marvelous job... just to name a few SMS Parking Unified passDXB SHJ RoadNew Bus Routes ( i hope with the metro there will be many more from the stations to near by areas ) The Pricing of the Metro is one more reason for people should use it..Empty roads !! Cant Wait Keep up the good work RTA..CheersMahen
Mahendra
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 17:34

The fares are reasonable and should be affordable for all. The fact that Dubai would be the first city in the Gulf to have a fully integrated and operational Public Transport system is indeed a matter of pride for all denizens of this remarkable emirate!!!MY CITY...MY METRO...A DREAM FULFILLED!
T. K. Venkat
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 17:00

Mabrook Just pertect fare pricesInshallha sucess of Dubai Metro Good Wishes to RTA
Mohammad Hidayth Ali
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 17:00

Its really good news for all public transport users. Dhs. 6.5 max fare for single way journey is really very affordable. I am sure metro will helpful to so many people and reduce the traffic.
Milav Dalwadi
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:57

FARE IS OK FOR US , PLEASE ARRANGE TO USE SAME CARD IN RTA BUSES AND TRAIN
Lalu
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:52

These fares and systems are very convenient.
Nishad
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:51

amazing fares, it will encourage people to opt METRO.
Zia Haider
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:50

The fares are fair enough. Dubai metro will be a grand success as people are waiting for it from a long time and the fares are affordable.
Khaja Moiz Al Deen
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:49

Metro fares are reasonable. Connectivity from stations to nearby destinations by bus should be efficient and quick.The long distance routes should have limited stops to avoid wastage of time.The frequency schedule is the key for the success of Metro.Looking forward to have safe/stressless journey in Metro.
Sanjay Bhadkamkar
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:49

The fair absoulutley affordable for common man.
Moi Al Deen
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:47

The fare is very fair :)
Al Hasan
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:45

Its reasonable rates.
Ahmad
Mumbai,India
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:44

This is superb pricing by RTA as I had expected it to be very expensive. Good to know tickets various availability locations.
Sana Nayab
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:42

Good and suprising Rates,Now the metro will be full.
Sujith
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:42

i am happy that the metro fares have come in cheaper as everyone was expecting to go minimum 10dhs. however with these rate more people will be using the metro and there will be less trafic congestion...thanks to dubai RTA who have really thought about the general public...thnks
Narendra Sidhnani
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:41

GREAT GOING RTA!!!! I THINK THE RATES ARE THE BEST
Rogey John
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:36

Good Job, but in hot summer months what about the transportation inside jebel ali?
Usha
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:34

HATS OFF TO THE RTA!!! GREAT PRICES!!
Rayan Cutinho
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:33

Excellent !! RTA has proved its committment to reasonable and troublefree transport. Dubai residents will be extremely happy to hear this news. Thanks a lot..
P P Johnson
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:33

It's a really very good pricing specially daily passes and passes for student
Khalid Sultan
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:32

Fentastic Fares, Congratulations to RTA for giving this common people, Students and senior citizen Friendly Metro Fares . This will attarct a large crowd to Metro and Dubai Buses
K N Mathur
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:31

These rates are quite normal.good going RTA but hey-they had mentioned there were 3 classes in the metro.So what will be fare for the VIP class and women
Tarek
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:31

Bravo! The fares are very reasonable. Can't expect better fares from RTA. Hope this Metro will be a success and will help commuters escape from traffic woes especially traffic of sharjah and Jebel ali. Discounts to students
Vishal Jaiswal
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:27

It's really a great move from the RTA to provide public transport on a attractive fare. But the student pass is still very high compared to the present charges the parents are paying to buses. more over, children of the age group below 10 need the help of the parents or another adult to accompany to the school and back from school, including parents monthly pass will be very expensive. So, if the RTA takes a package form which can be competitive with current school bus fee it will be really helpful.Also young children will have a great relief from the tiring bus journey every day.
Sooryabhat
Dubai,AUE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:26

The Fares are so correct, everyone can afford it. Good Job RTA. I am just for the metro to start want to ride in it.
Salma
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:24

Fare is comfortable...
Fahad
Ajman,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:22

I think the pricing structure is very similar to the London underground but more reasonable. I truly believe that the metro system in dubai would revolutionize the way people travel in this country. I would certainly use it!
Shamim Khademi
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:20

fares are designed pretty well.according to my thoughts it is far more cheaper then wat i though before.good work!!cheers.
Jitender
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:19

Excellent fares, AED 6.5 from Rashidiya till J/Ali cant be better!
Ali
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:16

Good service can't wait to travel from hor al anz to mall of emirates.It is taking two hours from there. Thanks and cheers for metro.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Abedi
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:16

Wow...This is a lot cheaper than what is expected. "Thanks to Shaikh Mo for approving the reasonable fares". This will absolutely attract people to consider using the Metro, if this things will happen, traffic congestions will be eased, there would be less accident, better environment and ofcourse improved life quality.
Daniel
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:16

I don't understand the Dhs 1.8 or Dhs 5.8 fare because there is no coin for 20 fils, and no one returns 5 and 10 fils anywhere in the UAE. In normal transactions, either retail stores charge customers 25 fils for payment between 0-25 fils or let it go. Will this mean that passengers will be paying more than this stated fare while using a prepaid card. Secondly, the article states "A monthly pass for students will cost Dh170 for unlimited trips, while a senior citizen's pass for a month will cost Dh200". However, the caption on Picture 3 of this article states "A 30 day pass for students will cost Dh170, and for elderly it will cost Dh30".
A. B.
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:16

Great deals! I can't wait that far now to travel by Metro! Forget about cars! and traffic jams! Long Live Dubai! Long Live the authorities!
Mansoor
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 16:15

i think the fares for the students is a bit too expensive. Even though it is a pass for 30 days, it might be a little too much for students who are seeking for an economic means of transport. thank you!
Jinal Soni
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:40

The ticket price announced is very reasonable. its good to hear this announcement.
Om Gupta
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:39

I think the fare structure is quite well planned especially for the students
Umair
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:39

The fares is good and affordable to all
Sabari
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:37

Price reductions fer students sounds good.But what about the majority of University students in DIAC? Ther's no metro there,we still pay a lot on cabs.Wish they had extended the line till DIAC.
Israt Jahan
Al Ain,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:37

Welcome move from RTA at last.But at the beginning and end stations,there should be enough free parking facility for those who own car,introduce economical small and big buses and taxis depending upon the crowd to travel to and from stations.If one call taxi at the present rate to and from stations,it would triple the cost of train charge announced.
Suresh
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:35

Reasonable fares.
Samuel
Doha,Qatar
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:35

This is giving a surprise for me to give this cheapest fare. thanks for rta
SANTHOSH
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:34

Great to know that the daily pass will cost Dh14 for unlimited trips on metro and public buses all over the city.However I suggest that it to be Dh 15 or Dh10. Should preferably be free for at least for the first month.
Sumi Tiwari
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:30

The Dubai Metro fare is very economical and affordable by anyone. Hope it will not increase anymore as the majority of people who will use the Dubai Metro are not that much high salary earners. At least, it is a big help for minimizing expenditures in daily living now that taxi fare is very high.
Ernesto
RAK,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:26

The fares are very reasonable.
Mohammad Gani
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:25

Its a great news for all, specially people with Middle Income. Great Initiative by RTA, fare looks reasonable and affordable. Waiting for 09-09-09
Vishwas Bhartiya
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:20

this is a great movement of the history where back in the old days we used to travel by camel now you will able to travel by hi-tec metro.just like another tourist attraction.
Prashant
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:19

How would one pay Dhs 1.8 for a standard ticket when the coins come in denominations of AED 1, 50 fils and 25 fils ? One would anyway end up paying Dhs 2 like any prepaid card holder ! as authorites would not accept Dhs1.75
Sajjad
Jeddah,KSA
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:16

this is great to hear about metro . i m very happy to hear that metro starts his journey . all tha best. every people in yha uae are very happy to hera this. thanks to dubai govt.
Suneel Kumar Jain
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:15

I think the 200 AED a month is really nice. I spend nearly 500 with all the efforts spend during traffic jams and so on. What depends is how much time does it take from jebel ali to ghussais and via versa. I think it would take 1 hour 30 minutes which i assume but if it is more then i guess it better off in the my car
Faisal Makki
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:15

Hats off to RTA. It's the best price anybody could ever imagined. Definitely this price will encourage many many people to travel in Metro. Keep it up RTA.
Vijay
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:15

Is there a Monthly pass for employees rather daily Passes?
Bachegowda
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:15

The fare is FANTASTIC! I hope they won't change this...Kudos to all involve in planning the fares. I plan to use the train only to relieve me from stress while driving everyday.
Rod Venzon
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:14

Very affordable fares, I thought it would be around DHS 10 per trip but above fares look good. Definately many people will use trains
Khatib
Dubai,UAE
Posted: June 22, 2009, 15:14