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How to Book and Ride Etihad Rail in the UAE
Etihad Rail launched its first passenger service on June 30, 2026, connecting Abu Dhabi (Mohamed bin Zayed City) to Fujairah (Al Hilal City) in 1 hour 45 minutes. This guide covers how to check routes, choose your class, book a ticket, and board your train.
Gov. fee
AED 55–150 per trip (Comfort and Premium, 50% launch discount active July 2026; regular fares AED 109–299)
Timeline
1 hour 45 minutes (Abu Dhabi to Fujairah, non-stop)
For
UAE residents and visitors planning to travel between Abu Dhabi, Fujairah, and —…
Steps
5
Start
Etihad Rail currently runs Abu Dhabi (Mohamed bin Zayed City) to Fujairah (Al Hilal City).
Last updated: July 2026
- 1Check routes and timetable
- 2Choose class and fare
- 3Book your seat
- 4Get to your station
- 5Check in and board
●Timetable, fares, and station details based on Etihad Rail official launch materials and verified reporting from July 2026. Launch discount fares and timetables are subject to change — confirm at etihad-rail.ae before travel. · Checked July 2026
Step by step
Check routes and timetable
Etihad Rail currently runs Abu Dhabi (Mohamed bin Zayed City) to Fujairah (Al Hilal City). No other passenger routes operate as of July 2026. Dubai (Al Quoz) opens September 30, 2026.
Where to go
etihad-rail.ae
Address / portal
etihad-rail.ae (official website and mobile app)
Est. cost
Free
Est. time
5 minutes
Advice
Abu Dhabi departures: 8:19am, 1:53pm, 6:39pm. Fujairah departures: 5:34am, 10:59am, 5:28pm. Schedules may update — check the app before you travel.
Choose class and fare
Two travel classes available. Comfort Class is standard seating with free Wi-Fi and onboard trolley service. Premium Class offers wider seats, lounge access at stations, and premium onboard service. Within Comfort, two price tiers exist: Standard and Value — Value includes a reserved meal.
Where to go
etihad-rail.ae
Address / portal
etihad-rail.ae
Est. cost
Comfort Standard: AED 55 (discounted) / AED 109 (regular). Comfort Value: AED 65 / AED 129. Premium: AED 150 (discounted) / AED 299 (regular). 50% launch discount active July 2026.
Est. time
5 minutes
Advice
Both classes include free Wi-Fi. Premium is closer to business-class comfort — worth it for the Abu Dhabi–Fujairah run if you're travelling for work. Comfort Standard is the best-value fare for most travellers.
Note
The 50% launch discount is a promotional offer and will not last permanently. Book at current prices before the promotion ends.
Book your seat
Book at etihad-rail.ae, through the Etihad Rail mobile app (Android and iOS), or at the ticket counter at any Etihad Rail station.
Where to go
etihad-rail.ae · mobile app · station counter
Address / portal
etihad-rail.ae — download the app from App Store or Google Play
Est. cost
Included in ticket price
Est. time
5 minutes online
Advice
Online and app booking is fastest and gives access to all fare tiers. Station counters are open but may have queues. You can book up to 90 days in advance.
Get to your station
The Abu Dhabi departure station is in Mohamed bin Zayed City. The Fujairah station is in Al Hilal City. Neither station is currently served by public buses — plan for a taxi or Careem.
Where to go
Mohamed bin Zayed City (Abu Dhabi) · Al Hilal City (Fujairah)
Address / portal
Mohamed bin Zayed City Station, Abu Dhabi · Al Hilal City Station, Fujairah
Est. cost
Transport to station (taxi or Careem — separate cost)
Est. time
Allow 20–30 minutes before departure
Advice
Arrive at least 20 minutes before your train. Station facilities include parking, a waiting area, and basic F&B.
Check in and board
Present your booking confirmation — digital (on your phone) or printed — at the gate or platform barriers. There is no separate check-in process; show your ticket at the turnstile.
Where to go
Etihad Rail station platform
Address / portal
Your departure station
Est. cost
Included in ticket
Est. time
1 hour 45 minutes (Abu Dhabi to Fujairah, non-stop)
Advice
Store luggage in the overhead compartment or the designated luggage area at the end of the carriage. No large-item storage in the aisle.
Note
Trains depart on time. There is no boarding after departure is announced.
Overview
Etihad Rail opened its first passenger service on June 30, 2026, running non-stop between Abu Dhabi's Mohamed bin Zayed City Station and Fujairah's Al Hilal City Station. The journey takes 1 hour 45 minutes — the same route by car takes around 2 hours without traffic. Phase 2 will connect Dubai (Al Quoz station, opening September 30, 2026) and Al Dhaid (Sharjah emirate). Phase 3 will add a Sharjah station by March 2027, completing the UAE passenger rail network.
Ticketing is available at etihad-rail.ae, through the official app, or at station counters. Two travel classes exist: Comfort (standard seating with free Wi-Fi, onboard trolley service, and a luggage allowance of 20 kg + 7 kg carry-on) and Premium (wider seats, dedicated lounge access at stations, and premium onboard service). A 50% launch discount is active as of July 2026 — Comfort Standard tickets start at AED 55 one-way. The full booking, check-in, and boarding process takes under 20 minutes in total.
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