Live Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Heavy evening delays as accidents hit key routes

Dubai: Evening commuters travelling from Dubai to Sharjah are facing heavy delays following multiple minor accidents across key routes. Dubai Police reminded motorists on social media to maintain their lane according to speed and allow faster vehicles to pass safely.

Motorists are also urged to check live traffic maps and take alternative routes to avoid congestion.

Check live traffic maps to avoid congestion and plan alternative routes here:

Major congestion on Sheikh Zayed Road

Traffic is particularly slow along Sheikh Zayed Road towards Sharjah, with gridlock stretching past Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence. The delays are also affecting E311 and key industrial areas, including Industrial Area 13 and Sonapur. 

Areas affected

• Sheikh Zayed Road (towards Sharjah)

• Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach Residence

• E311 towards Sharjah

• Al Quoz Industrial Areas

• Sonapur

Minor accidents cause delays

Incidents were recorded at several locations, including Al Quoz Industrial Third, Al Sufouh, Al Khail Road near Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, and Trade Center First, causing disruptions for commuters. 

Plan your journey

Authorities advise leaving early, avoiding peak zones, and following live updates from RTA and Sharjah Police social media channels.

Commuters are reminded to drive carefully and allow extra travel time as the evening rush hour continues.