Route 88: Deira to Internet City Bus | Burj Al Arab & Jumeirah | Map & Timings 2025
🚌 Route 88: Cross-City Service
Deira City Center ↔ Dubai Internet City
📅 Updated: December 2025 | ✅ RTA Dubai | 💳 Nol Card | ⏱️ Every 15-30 Min
🌟 East-West Dubai Connector: Route 88 is RTA Dubai’s premium cross-city service connecting Deira City Center with Dubai Internet City. Operating from 5:40 AM – 9:45 PM daily with 15-30 minute frequency, this route serves 43-47 stops covering 30km including Satwa, Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, and Madinat Jumeirah. Journey time: 85-90 minutes. Fare: AED 7.50. Perfect for cross-city commutes and tourist attractions!
📋 Route 88 Essential Information
| 🚌 Route: | 88 |
| 🏢 Operator: | RTA Dubai |
| 🎯 Type: | Cross-City Service |
| 📍 Route: | Deira City Center ↔ Dubai Internet City (via Satwa, Jumeirah) |
| 📏 Distance: | ~30 kilometers |
| ⏱️ Journey: | 85-90 minutes |
| 🕐 Hours: | 5:40 AM – 9:45 PM Daily |
| ⏰ Frequency: | Every 15-30 minutes |
| 💰 Fare: | AED 7.50 |
| 💳 Payment: | Nol Card (All types) |
| 🚏 Total Stops: | 43-47 stops (direction dependent) |
| ✅ Status: | 🟢 Operating Daily |
🗺️ Interactive Route Map
📍 Route 88 Coverage Map
Explore the complete 30km Route 88 from Deira City Center to Dubai Internet City. The route covers Karama, Satwa, Jumeirah Beach Road, Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah, and Dubai Internet City.
💡 Tip: Use the map controls to zoom in/out and explore tourist attractions like Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah, and Jumeirah Beach along the route.
📖 About Route 88
Route 88 is RTA Dubai’s essential cross-city connector linking heritage Deira with modern Dubai Internet City. This 30-kilometer route serves as a vital artery for commuters, tourists, and residents traveling between eastern and western Dubai. With 43-47 stops covering an 85-90 minute journey, Route 88 passes through diverse areas including Karama, Satwa, Jumeirah Beach Road, Umm Suqeim, Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah, and Dubai College.
Operated by RTA Dubai, Route 88 is particularly popular among tourists visiting Dubai’s iconic landmarks (Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah), residents commuting between Deira and Dubai Internet City, and shoppers exploring Jumeirah’s retail destinations. Operating from 5:40 AM to 9:45 PM daily with 15-30 minute frequency, the route ensures reliable service throughout the day. At AED 7.50 per journey (via Nol Card), Route 88 offers exceptional value for cross-city travel. The route connects to Dubai Metro Green Line at ADCB Metro Station and Red Line at Dubai Internet City.
🎓 Expert Analysis
Route 88 is strategically designed as Dubai’s heritage-to-modern corridor—connecting traditional Deira with contemporary Dubai Internet City. The 15-30 minute frequency makes it ideal for daily commutes and tourist sightseeing. Strategic stops at Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah, and Wild Wadi enable affordable access to Dubai’s premium attractions. For residents in Deira working in Dubai Internet City, Route 88 offers car-free commuting at AED 7.50 versus AED 50-70 taxi fares—saving AED 1,000-1,500 monthly! The route’s Jumeirah Beach Road coverage provides beach access for residents without cars. Metro connections at ADCB (Green Line) and Dubai Internet City (Red Line) enable seamless multi-modal journeys. The 30km distance makes it one of Dubai’s longest urban routes, offering comprehensive city coverage.
🚏 Route 88 Major Stops
🚌 Deira → Internet City (43 Stops)
From: Deira City Center Bus Station → To: Dubai Internet City Metro Bus Stop
| Stop 1: | Deira City Center Bus Station (START) |
| First Bus: | 5:40 AM (Mon-Fri) | 6:00 AM (Sat-Sun) |
| Last Bus: | 9:30 PM (Mon-Sat) | 9:45 PM (Sun) |
| Frequency: | Every 15-30 minutes |
| Connection: | Deira City Centre Metro Station nearby |
| Service: | Shopping mall, metro access |
| Stop 2: | Karama, Dubai Municipality Center |
| Service: | Residential area, shopping |
| Stop 3: | ADCB Metro Bus Stop |
| Connection: | Dubai Metro Green Line |
| Stops 4-6: | Satwa Area |
| Key Stops: | Satwa Roundabout, Satwa Masjid, Satwa Clinic |
| Service: | Residential, commercial area |
| Stop 7: | Jumeirah Street (Dubai Islamic Bank) |
| Stop 8: | Mercato Shopping Mall |
| Service: | Shopping, dining, cinema |
| Stops 9-11: | Umm Suqeim Area |
| Key Stops: | Umm Suqeim Park, Library, Municipality Center |
| Stop 12: | Wild Wadi Water Park |
| Service: | 🎢 Tourist attraction |
| Stop 13: | Burj Al Arab Hotel |
| Service: | 🏨 Iconic 7-star hotel |
| Stop 14: | Madinat Jumeirah |
| Service: | 🏛️ Resort, souk, dining |
| Stop 15: | Dubai College |
| Final Stop: | Dubai Internet City Metro Bus Stop Seaside |
| Connection: | Dubai Metro Red Line |
| Service: | Tech companies, business hub |
| Journey Time: | ~85-90 minutes from Deira |
+ 28-32 additional intermediate stops serving residential and commercial areas
⏱️ Journey: 85-90 min | 💰 Fare: AED 7.50 | 🚏 Stops: 43-47 | 📏 Distance: ~30 km
🎯 Tourist Attractions Access
🌟 Key Destinations on Route 88
🏨 Burj Al Arab
Iconic 7-star hotel, photo opportunity
🏛️ Madinat Jumeirah
Resort, traditional souk, dining
🎢 Wild Wadi
Water park, family entertainment
🛍️ Mercato Mall
Shopping, dining, cinema
💼 Dubai Internet City
Tech hub, business district
🏬 Deira City Centre
Shopping mall, metro connection
💳 Nol Card & Fare System
💳 Nol Card System
- ✅ Required: Nol Card mandatory (cash NOT accepted)
- 💰 88 Fare: AED 7.50 flat rate
- 🎫 Card Types: Red, Silver, Gold, Blue
- 📍 Purchase: Deira City Centre, metro stations
- 💵 Top-Up: Stations, machines, online, mobile app
- 📱 Balance Check: RTA app, ticket machines
- 🔄 Transfers: Free 60-min transfers to metro/other buses
💰 Cross-City Savings Calculator
| 🚌 Route 88 (cross-city): | AED 7.50 |
| 🚕 Taxi (Deira → Internet City): | AED 50-70 |
| 🚗 Private Car (fuel + tolls): | AED 40-60/day |
Smart Savings: Route 88 saves AED 45-65 per day—that’s AED 900-1,300/month for daily commuters!
💡 Expert Route 88 Travel Tips
- 🌟 Cross-City Route: 30km coverage from Deira to Internet City!
- 💰 Daily Savings: AED 45-65/day vs taxi = AED 900-1,300/month!
- 📱 RTA App: Real-time tracking for 85-90 min journey
- 🎫 Nol Card Ready: Top up AED 7.50 before travel
- ⏰ Consistent Frequency: Every 15-30 minutes all day
- 🚇 Metro Connections: ADCB (Green Line), DIC (Red Line)
- 🏨 Burj Al Arab: Affordable access to iconic landmark
- 🏛️ Madinat Jumeirah: Traditional souk visit
- 🎢 Wild Wadi: Water park access
- 📍 Long Journey: Bring entertainment for 85-90 min ride
- 🔄 Free Transfers: 60-min window to metro/other buses
- ♿ Accessible: All buses wheelchair-friendly
- 🏖️ Beach Access: Jumeirah Beach Road stops
- 💼 Business Hubs: Deira & Dubai Internet City
📞 Official Contact
📱 Digital Services
RTA Dubai App: iOS/Android
S’hail App: Journey planning
Nol Card: Balance check via apps
🚌 Route 88
Type: Cross-City Service
Frequency: Every 15-30 min
Fare: AED 7.50
Hours: 5:40 AM – 9:45 PM
ℹ️ Content Verification
Last Verified: December 2025 | Sources: RTA Dubai official documentation, S’hail app. This is the most comprehensive Route 88 guide online with complete information on the cross-city service (43-47 stops), detailed timings (5:40 AM – 9:45 PM, every 15-30 min), interactive route map, fare (AED 7.50), journey time (85-90 minutes), distance (30km), tourist attractions access (Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah, Wild Wadi), and internal links to RTA Dubai and Nol Card guide. For real-time updates, use RTA Dubai app or call 800 9090.