Dubai RTA rolls out free Wi-Fi on all intercity buses

New partnership with e & enhances passenger experience and supports UAE’s digital strategy

Last updated: July 23, 2025 | 17:53

Ashfaq Ahmed, Senior Assistant Editor

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RTA rolls out free Wi-Fi on all intercity buses

RTA

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in partnership with e &, has successfully equipped all 259 of its intercity buses with free Wi-Fi, offering passengers seamless connectivity on routes linking Dubai with Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, and Fujairah.

The initiative aims to transform the daily commuting experience by allowing travellers to stay connected, work remotely, manage personal tasks, or browse the internet using their smartphones, tablets, or laptops, making long-distance bus journeys more enjoyable and productive.

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Digital strategy

This move is part of RTA’s broader strategy to accelerate digital transformation and improve public transport services for all community segments. It supports the UAE Digital Government Strategy and contributes to Dubai’s vision of becoming the world’s smartest and happiest city.

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The Wi-Fi service will be regularly evaluated in partnership with e & to ensure high-quality connectivity and explore opportunities for future enhancements. Expansion of similar digital services is also being considered for marine transport modes across the emirate.

Ashfaq AhmedSenior Assistant Editor

Ashfaq has been storming the UAE media scene for over 27 years. As Senior Assistant Editor, his insights, analysis and deep understanding of regional dynamics have helped make sense of the unfolding news.   He’s the go-to guy for deep dives into the South Asian diaspora, blending heart, and hardcore reporting into his pieces. Whether he's unpacking Pakistani community affairs, chasing down leads on international political whirlwinds, or investigative reports on the scourge of terrorism and regional drama — Ashfaq doesn’t miss a beat.   He's earned kudos for his relentless hustle and sharp storytelling. Dependable, dynamic, and unstoppable, Ashfaq does not just report the news, he shapes it.