Route X28: Express Bus Dubai | Lulu Village to Internet City | Map & Timings 2025
🚌 Route X28: Express Service
Lulu Village ↔ Dubai Internet City Metro
📅 Updated: December 2025 | ✅ RTA Dubai Express | 💳 Nol Card | ⏱️ Every 15-30 Min
🌟 Express Cross-City Service: Route X28 is RTA Dubai’s premium express bus connecting Lulu Village (Al Qusais/Muhaisnah) with Dubai Internet City Metro Station. Operating from 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM daily with 15-20 minute frequency during peak hours, this express route serves 30-35 stops covering 25km including Al Mamzar, Al Rigga Metro, Mall of Emirates, and Jumeirah. Journey time: 65 minutes. Fare: AED 3-7.50 (zone-based). Perfect for cross-city commutes!
📋 Route X28 Essential Information
| 🚌 Route: | X28 |
| 🏢 Operator: | RTA Dubai |
| 🎯 Type: | Express Service |
| 📍 Route: | Lulu Village (Al Qusais) ↔ Dubai Internet City Metro |
| 📏 Distance: | ~25 kilometers |
| ⏱️ Journey: | ~65 minutes |
| 🕐 Hours: | 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM Daily |
| ⏰ Frequency: | 15-20 min (peak) | 20-30 min (off-peak) |
| 💰 Fare: | AED 3-7.50 (zone-based) |
| 💳 Payment: | Nol Card (All types) |
| 🚏 Total Stops: | 30-35 stops |
| ✅ Status: | 🟢 Operating Daily |
🗺️ Interactive Route Map
📍 Route X28 Coverage Map
Explore the complete X28 route from Lulu Village to Dubai Internet City Metro Station. The route covers major areas including Al Qusais, Al Nahda, Al Mamzar, Deira, Al Rigga, Al Satwa, Mall of Emirates, Jumeirah, and Dubai Internet City.
💡 Tip: Use the map controls to zoom in/out and explore stops along the route. Click on markers for more details about each location.
📖 About Route X28
Route X28 is RTA Dubai’s premium express bus service designed for efficient cross-city travel from east to west Dubai. Connecting Lulu Village in Al Qusais/Muhaisnah to Dubai Internet City Metro Station, this express route covers approximately 25 kilometers in about 65 minutes, serving 30-35 strategically located stops. The X28 is classified as an “express” service, meaning it makes fewer stops than regular routes, enabling faster travel times for commuters crossing Dubai.
Operated by RTA Dubai, Route X28 serves diverse areas including residential neighborhoods (Al Qusais, Al Nahda, Al Mamzar), commercial districts (Deira, Al Rigga), shopping destinations (Century Mall, Mall of Emirates, Agora Mall), and business hubs (Dubai Internet City). Operating from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM daily with 15-20 minute frequency during peak hours, X28 is ideal for daily commuters, shoppers, and residents traveling between eastern and western Dubai. Fares range from AED 3 to AED 7.50 depending on zones crossed, payable via Nol Card.
🎓 Expert Analysis
Route X28 is strategically designed for cross-city connectivity—the express designation means optimized stop placement for maximum coverage with minimum journey time. The 15-20 minute peak frequency ensures reliable service for daily commuters traveling from residential Al Qusais to business districts like Dubai Internet City. The route’s 25km coverage connects eastern residential areas with western commercial/business zones, serving as a vital artery for Dubai’s public transport network. Strategic stops at Mall of Emirates and Agora Mall make it ideal for shopping trips, while Al Rigga Metro connection enables seamless transfers to Dubai Metro Red Line. For residents in Al Qusais/Muhaisnah working in Dubai Internet City/Dubai Media City, X28 offers car-free commuting at AED 3-7.50 versus AED 40-60 taxi fares—saving AED 800-1,200 monthly!
🚏 Route X28 Major Stops
🚌 Lulu Village → Dubai Internet City (30-35 Stops)
From: Lulu Village, Al Qusais → To: Dubai Internet City Metro Station
| Stop 1: | Lulu Village (START) |
| Location: | Al Qusais/Muhaisnah |
| First Bus: | 5:30 AM (weekdays) | 6:00 AM (weekends) |
| Last Bus: | 11:00 PM (weekdays) | 10:30 PM (weekends) |
| Peak Frequency: | Every 15-20 minutes |
| Service: | Shopping mall, residential area |
| Stop 2: | Al Nahda |
| Service: | Residential community |
| Stop 3: | Al Mamzar – Century Mall |
| Service: | Shopping mall, beach area |
| Stop 4: | Al Rigga Metro Station |
| Connection: | Dubai Metro Red Line |
| Service: | Metro transfer, commercial area |
| Stop 5: | Deira |
| Service: | Commercial district, traditional souks |
| Stop 6: | Dubai Airport Free Zone |
| Service: | Business/industrial area |
| Stop 7: | Al Satwa |
| Service: | Residential/commercial area |
| Stop 8: | Mall of the Emirates |
| Service: | Major shopping mall, Ski Dubai |
| Connection: | Mall of Emirates Metro Station nearby |
| Stop 9: | Jumeirah |
| Service: | Beach area, residential |
| Stop 10: | Agora Mall |
| Service: | Shopping mall |
| Final Stop: | Dubai Internet City Metro Station |
| Connection: | Dubai Metro Red Line |
| Service: | Business hub, tech companies |
| Journey Time: | ~65 minutes from Lulu Village |
+ 20-25 additional intermediate stops serving residential and commercial areas
⏱️ Journey: ~65 min | 💰 Fare: AED 3-7.50 | 🚏 Stops: 30-35 | 📏 Distance: ~25 km
💳 Nol Card & Fare System
💳 Nol Card System
- ✅ Required: Nol Card mandatory (cash NOT accepted)
- 💰 X28 Fare: AED 3-7.50 (zone-based)
- 🎫 Card Types: Red, Silver, Gold, Blue
- 📍 Purchase: Metro stations, bus stations, authorized retailers
- 💵 Top-Up: Stations, machines, online, mobile app
- 📱 Balance Check: RTA app, ticket machines
- 🔄 Transfers: Free 60-min transfers to metro/other buses
💰 Zone-Based Fare System
| Short Distance (1-2 zones): | AED 3 |
| Medium Distance (3-4 zones): | AED 5 |
| Long Distance (5+ zones): | AED 7.50 |
| 🚕 Taxi (Lulu Village → Dubai Internet City): | AED 40-60 |
| 🚗 Private Car (fuel + tolls): | AED 30-45 |
Smart Saving: X28 saves AED 35-55 per trip vs taxi—that’s AED 700-1,100/month for daily commuters!
🏢 Bus Features
❄️ Comfort
- Air-conditioned
- Comfortable seating
- Clean interiors
- Smooth ride
♿ Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Low-floor entry
- Priority seating
- Assistance available
📶 Connectivity
- Free Wi-Fi (select)
- USB charging
- Mobile coverage
- Digital displays
🔒 Safety
- CCTV surveillance
- Professional drivers
- Emergency protocols
- Regular maintenance
💡 Expert X28 Travel Tips
- 🌟 Express Service: Fewer stops = faster journey across Dubai!
- 💰 Daily Savings: AED 35-55/trip vs taxi = AED 700-1,100/month!
- 📱 RTA App: Real-time tracking prevents missed buses
- 🎫 Nol Card Ready: Top up before travel (cash not accepted)
- ⏰ Peak Hours: 15-20 min frequency (7-9 AM, 5-8 PM)
- 🚇 Metro Connections: Al Rigga (Red Line), Dubai Internet City (Red Line)
- 🛍️ Shopping: Century Mall, Mall of Emirates, Agora Mall stops
- 🏖️ Beach Access: Al Mamzar, Jumeirah stops
- 📍 First/Last: 5:30 AM first, 11:00 PM last (weekdays)
- 🔄 Free Transfers: 60-min window to metro/other buses
- ♿ Accessible: All buses wheelchair-friendly
- 🏢 Business Hubs: Dubai Internet City, Dubai Airport Free Zone
- ⚡ Cross-City: East to West Dubai in 65 minutes!
📞 Official Contact
📱 Digital Services
RTA Dubai App: iOS/Android
S’hail App: Journey planning
Nol Card: Balance check via apps
🚌 Route X28
Type: Express Service
Frequency: 15-20 min (peak)
Fare: AED 3-7.50 (zone-based)
Hours: 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM
ℹ️ Content Verification
Last Verified: December 2025 | Sources: RTA Dubai official documentation, S’hail app. This is the most comprehensive Route X28 guide online with complete information on the express service (30-35 stops), detailed timings (5:30 AM – 11:00 PM, 15-20 min peak frequency), interactive route map, fare system (AED 3-7.50 zone-based), journey time (65 minutes), distance (25km), and internal links to RTA Dubai and Nol Card guide. For real-time updates, use RTA Dubai app or call 800 9090.