Route 170 Bus: Al Zeina to Saadiyat NYU (Abu Dhabi)

🚌 Route 170 – Abu Dhabi Mobility

Al Zeina ↔ Saadiyat New York University (NYUAD)

📅 Updated: December 2025 | ✅ Verified by Abu Dhabi Mobility | 🎓 University Express | 🏖️ Yas & Saadiyat Link

✅ Official Abu Dhabi Service: Route 170 is a vital cross-city link connecting the residential community of Al Zeina (Al Raha Beach) with the prestigeous New York University Abu Dhabi (Saadiyat Island). Passing through key areas like Al Raha Blvd, Sultan Bin Zayed St, and Hamdan Street, this route serves students, residents, and commuters. Operating daily from roughly 05:20 AM to 09:00 PM with a ~30 minute frequency. Payment via Hafilat Card only.

📋 Route 170 Essential Information

🚌 Route Number:	170
🏁 Service Type:	City & Island Connector
🏭 Origin:	Al Zeina (Raha Beach)
🎓 Destination:	Saadiyat New York University (NYUAD)
⏱️ Journey Duration:	Approx. 60-70 minutes
💰 Fare:	AED 2 + AED 0.05/km (Standard Fare)
🏢 Operator:	Abu Dhabi Mobility (formerly ITC)
💳 Payment:	Hafilat Card Only (No Cash)

📖 About Route 170 – The Education & Lifestyle Link

Route 170 is a strategic bus service in Abu Dhabi that bridges the gap between the mainland and Saadiyat Island. Starting from the premium waterfront community of Al Zeina in Al Raha Beach, it travels through the bustling city center via Sultan Bin Zayed St and Hamdan St, before crossing over to the cultural and educational hub of Saadiyat Island, terminating at the world-class New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) campus.

This route is particularly popular among university students living in the city or Al Raha area, as well as residents of Saadiyat commuting to the CBD for work. With a consistent frequency of around 30 minutes, it offers a reliable alternative to driving or taxis.

🗺️ Interactive Route Map

⏰ Route 170 Schedule & Timings

Verified timings December 2025. Subject to traffic conditions.

📅 Timetable Overview

➡️ Towards Saadiyat NYU

First Bus:	05:22 AM
Last Bus:	~09:00 PM
Frequency:	Every ~30-40 minutes

⬅️ Towards Al Zeina

First Bus:	~06:00 AM
Last Bus:	~09:00 PM
Frequency:	Every ~30-40 minutes

🗺️ Route 170 Major Stops

Connecting key residential, commercial, and educational landmarks:

🏠 Al Zeina (Start)
🏢 Al Rahah Beach / Etihad Airways Centre
🏙️ Al Bandar
🏙️ Al Bahr Towers (Shakhbout Bin Sultan St)
🏟️ Al Jazeera Sports Club
🚍 Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station (Sultan Bin Zayed St)
🛍️ Madinat Zayed Shopping Centre
🏙️ Hamdan Street area (Multiple stops)
🎓 Saadiyat New York University (NYUAD) – Campus Stops

💳 Fare & Payment (Hafilat)

Hafilat Card System

✅ Hafilat Card Only: Cash is NOT accepted on Abu Dhabi buses.
💰 Cost: Standard city fares apply (starts at AED 2).
🔄 Tap In & Out: You must tap your card when boarding AND alighting to be charged correctly. failure to tap out results in maximum fare charge.
💳 Purchase/Top-up: Available at bus stations, Lulu Hypermarkets, and ticket vending machines.