Ticket Prices, Fare Classes, And Daily Timings
Travellers looking to swap Dubai's skyscrapers for the mountains and beaches of the east coast can now ride Etihad Rail from Dubai to Fujairah in just one hour and 10 minutes. With starting fares priced at just Dh29 in Comfort Class and Dh89 in Premium Class, the high-speed passenger train offers an affordable, traffic-free alternative to driving across the Hajar Mountains. However, because Etihad Rail currently operates only one daily service in each direction on this route, the schedule suits an overnight staycation better than a same-day trip. According to the current timetable, the daily train from Dubai to Fujairah departs at 1:57 pm and arrives at 3:07 pm. In the opposite direction, the Fujairah-to-Dubai service departs at 11:54 am and pulls into Dubai at 1:04 pm. Passengers can book their seats online at etihadrail.ae or through the official mobile app across three fare tiers: non-refundable Saver tickets, Value tickets with free seat selection and changes, or fully refundable Flex tickets.
Navigating Al Yalayis And Al Hilal Stations
In Dubai, eastbound trains depart from Al Yalayis Station at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Me'aisem First, just off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311). Commuters arriving via the Dubai Metro Red Line can walk directly from Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station to the rail terminal in five minutes using the 400-meter enclosed pedestrian bridge, or hop on free RTA shuttle buses ER1 and ER2. In Fujairah, trains arrive at Al Hilal Station near Al Hilal City. Both terminals offer dedicated taxi ranks supporting Hala, Careem, and Uber pickups alongside on-site car rental desks for onward coastal exploration.
Onboard Amenities And Nol Card Add-Ons
While booking train tickets online, passengers can also purchase a one-day Dubai nol pass add-on—priced at Dh22 for Regular class or Dh42 for Gold class—providing unlimited single-day rides across the Dubai Metro, Tram, and public bus network. Cruising at speeds of up to 200 km/h with capacity for 400 passengers, Etihad Rail trains feature complimentary Wi-Fi, seat power outlets, generous luggage racks, and onboard food and beverage service. Upgrading to Premium Class unlocks wider reclining seats and extra legroom for a relaxing 70-minute journey to the east coast. Plan your weekend getaways and inter-emirate commutes with our practical transit guides. Find more local travel news at The WAU.
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