🚏 Al Jafiliya Bus Station
Dubai’s Central Multimodal Hub – Metro Red Line, Bur Dubai
📅 Updated: December 2025 | ✅ RTA Hub | 🚇 Metro Red Line (Max Station) | 🚌 15+ Routes | 💳 Nol Card
✅ Dubai’s Premier Central Multimodal Hub: Al Jafiliya Bus Station is RTA Dubai’s strategic terminal integrated with Max Metro Station (formerly Al Jafiliya Metro Station, Red Line), serving Bur Dubai’s central district with 15+ local and intercity routes. This critical multimodal facility operates flagship routes including Route 21 to Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa, Route 27 to Deira/Al Maktoum Hospital, Route 29 to Al Qusais, Route 88 to Dubai Marina/JLT, Express X22 to Dubai Airport, Intercity E100/E101/E102 to Abu Dhabi/Mussafah/Abu Dhabi Airport (every 60 min, AED 25), plus local routes 10, 32C, 61, X28, 91A, X94, 98E, F09, F27 covering Satwa, Jebel Ali, Al Quoz, and Gold Souq. The Metro Red Line connection (Max Station) enables seamless transfers to Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Airport, Mall of Emirates, Dubai Marina, Expo City, and entire 67km Red Line network (35 stations, 1hr 14min full journey). Premium facilities include Nol card payment, S’hail app integration, bus-metro transfers, and proximity to Burjuman Centre, World Trade Centre. Operating hours: 06:00 AM – 12:00 AM+ (local every 15-20 min peak, intercity every 30-60 min). Perfect for multimodal travelers, Bur Dubai residents, and Abu Dhabi commuters!
📋 Al Jafiliya Bus Station Essential Information
| 📍 Location: | Al Jafiliya, Bur Dubai (Central Dubai) |
| 🏢 Operator: | RTA Dubai (Roads & Transport Authority) |
| 🚇 Metro Connection: | Max Metro Station (Red Line) – Adjacent |
| 🕐 Operating Hours: | 06:00 AM – 12:00 AM+ (varies by route) |
| 🚌 Key Routes: | 21 (Dubai Mall), 27 (Deira), 29 (Al Qusais), 88 (Marina/JLT), X22 (Airport) |
| 🚍 Intercity: | E100/E101/E102 (Abu Dhabi, Mussafah, Airport – AED 25) |
| 💳 Payment: | Nol Card (bus + metro integrated) |
| 🏬 Nearby: | Burjuman Centre, World Trade Centre, Satwa |
| 📱 Apps: | S’hail (journey planning, real-time tracking) |
| ✅ Status: | 🟢 Operating Daily |
📖 About Al Jafiliya Bus Station
Al Jafiliya Bus Station stands as Dubai’s premier central multimodal transport hub—strategically positioned in Bur Dubai’s Al Jafiliya district, integrated with Max Metro Station (formerly Al Jafiliya Metro Station, Red Line), serving as the critical connection point for local Dubai routes, intercity Abu Dhabi services, and metro network access. Operated by RTA Dubai (Roads & Transport Authority), this modern facility creates seamless bus-to-metro transfers, enabling passengers to combine local/intercity buses with Dubai Metro Red Line access to reach Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, Dubai International Airport, Mall of Emirates, Dubai Marina, JBR, Expo City, and the entire 67km Red Line network (35 stations). Located near Burjuman Centre and World Trade Centre, the station serves daily commuters, tourists, and Abu Dhabi travelers with reliable RTA services.
The station provides exceptional route diversity: Route 21 to Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa (tourist/shopper favorite), Route 27 to Deira and Al Maktoum Hospital (medical/commercial access), Route 29 to Al Qusais (residential connection), Route 88 to Dubai Marina and JLT (beach/leisure access), Express X22 to Dubai International Airport (fast airport transfer), Intercity E100/E101 to Abu Dhabi, E102 to Abu Dhabi Airport (6:20 AM-11:20 PM, every 60 min, AED 25), plus comprehensive local coverage via Routes 10, 32C, 61, X28, 91A, X94, 98E, F09, F27 serving Satwa, Jebel Ali, Al Quoz, and Gold Souq.
The Metro Red Line integration (Max Station adjacent) is transformative—passengers arriving on intercity buses (E100/E102 from Abu Dhabi) can immediately transfer to metro for Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Dubai Marina, or transfer at Union/BurJuman to Green Line. Operating with frequent service (local routes every 15-20 min peak, intercity every 30-60 min), extended hours (6 AM-midnight+), modern RTA facilities (sheltered waiting areas, digital displays, Nol card machines), integrated Nol payment (seamless bus-metro travel), and S’hail app compatibility, Al Jafiliya Bus Station exemplifies RTA’s multimodal vision.
🎓 Transportation Expert Analysis
Al Jafiliya Bus Station demonstrates world-class multimodal integration—serving Bur Dubai’s central district while maintaining critical metro connectivity and Abu Dhabi intercity access. The Max Metro Station (Red Line) adjacency creates seamless bus-to-metro transfers—Abu Dhabi commuters arriving on E100/E102 can immediately access entire Dubai Metro network. Route 21’s Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa service makes this station essential for tourists (bus to metro to Downtown). Route 88’s Marina/JLT coverage connects central Dubai to beach districts. Express X22 provides fast airport access without metro transfers. The E102 Abu Dhabi Airport route (every 60 min, AED 25, 6:20 AM-11:20 PM) creates critical capital city connectivity—cheaper than private car (fuel AED 50+, Salik tolls AED 8+). Local route density (10/27/29/32C/61/91A/98E/F09/F27) ensures comprehensive Bur Dubai coverage. The station’s central location—near Burjuman Centre, World Trade Centre—maximizes accessibility. Nol card integration enables single-card bus-metro journeys. This terminal is economic infrastructure enabling Dubai-Abu Dhabi workforce mobility and multimodal travel patterns.
🚌 Complete Route Network from Al Jafiliya
Local, intercity, and metro-integrated services. December 2025.
🌟 Popular Local Routes
🚌 Route 21: Al Jafiliya → Dubai Mall / Burj Khalifa
| Route: | Al Jafiliya Bus Station → Dubai Mall → Burj Khalifa |
| Service: | Tourist & Shopper Favorite |
| Frequency: | Every 15-20 minutes (peak hours) |
| Payment: | Nol Card required |
🌟 Tourist Route! Direct access to Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa from Bur Dubai.
🚌 Route 27: Al Jafiliya → Deira / Al Maktoum Hospital
| Route: | Al Jafiliya → Deira → Al Maktoum Hospital |
| Coverage: | Medical facilities, commercial Deira |
| Frequency: | Every 15-20 minutes (peak) |
🚌 Route 29: Al Jafiliya → Al Qusais
| Route: | Al Jafiliya Bus Station → Al Qusais residential areas |
| Coverage: | Al Qusais residential communities |
| Service: | Daily operation |
🚌 Route 88: Al Jafiliya → Dubai Marina / JLT
| Route: | Al Jafiliya → Dubai Marina → Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) |
| Coverage: | Beach areas, leisure districts, waterfront |
| Frequency: | Regular service |
✈️ Express X22: Al Jafiliya → Dubai Airport
| Route: | Al Jafiliya Bus Station → Dubai International Airport |
| Service Type: | Express Airport Service |
| Coverage: | Fast airport transfer |
🌍 Intercity Routes (Abu Dhabi)
🚌 Routes E100/E101: Al Jafiliya → Abu Dhabi
| Route: | Al Jafiliya → Abu Dhabi (various destinations) |
| Service Type: | Intercity to capital city |
| Frequency: | Every 30-60 minutes |
| Fare: | ~AED 25 |
✈️ Route E102: Al Jafiliya → Abu Dhabi Airport
| Route: | Al Jafiliya Bus Station → Zayed International Airport (Abu Dhabi) |
| Operating Hours: | 06:20 AM – 11:20 PM |
| Frequency: | Every 60 minutes |
| Fare: | AED 25 |
| Coverage: | Mussafah, Abu Dhabi Airport |
✈️ Airport Express! Direct service to Abu Dhabi Airport every hour. AED 25 flat fare.
🚍 Additional Local Routes
🚇 Metro Red Line Connection
🚇 Max Metro Station (Red Line)
| Line: | Dubai Metro Red Line |
| Former Name: | Al Jafiliya Metro Station (renamed to Max) |
| Transfer: | Adjacent to bus station (seamless transfer) |
| Red Line Length: | 67 kilometers, 35 stations |
| Full Journey: | 1 hour 14 minutes (entire Red Line) |
| Key Destinations: | Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, Airport, Mall of Emirates, Marina, Expo City |
| Interchanges: | Union & BurJuman (Green Line transfer) |
| Fare: | AED 4-8.5 (zone-based) |
| Payment: | Same Nol Card for bus + metro |
🚇 Red Line Hub! Access entire 67km metro network. 35 stations including Dubai Mall, Airport, Marina!
💳 Nol Card & Multimodal Travel
Integrated payment for bus + metro. December 2025.
💳 Nol Card System
- ✅ Unified Payment: Nol Card works on buses + metro
- 🚇 Seamless Transfers: Single card for bus-to-metro journeys
- 💰 Card Types: Red (AED 2), Silver (AED 25), Gold (AED 25)
- 📍 Purchase: Max Metro Station, bus station, retailers
- 💵 Integrated Fares: Distance-based, bus-metro combined
- 💵 Top-Up: Machines at station, metro, S’hail app
- 📱 Balance Check: S’hail app, RTA app, machines
📱 S’hail App Integration
- 📱 Real-Time Tracking: Live bus/metro arrivals
- 🗺️ Multimodal Planning: Bus + metro journey options
- ⏰ Live Schedules: All routes and timings
- 💳 Fare Calculator: Estimate bus + metro costs
- 🔔 Service Alerts: Delays, updates
- 📲 Download: iOS/Android
💰 Sample Multimodal Journeys:
| 🚌 Al Jafiliya → Route 21 → Dubai Mall: | AED 3-5 |
| 🚌 Al Jafiliya → E102 → Abu Dhabi Airport: | AED 25 |
| 🚇 Max Metro → Dubai Mall (Red Line): | AED 4-6 |
| 🚌🚇 Al Jafiliya bus → Metro → Airport: | AED 7-10 |
| 🚌 Route 88 → Dubai Marina/JLT: | AED 5-8 |
| 🚗 Private car Abu Dhabi (fuel + tolls): | AED 60-80+ |
Multimodal Advantage: E102 to Abu Dhabi Airport (AED 25) vs private car (AED 60-80+)!
🏢 Station Facilities & Nearby Attractions
🚇 Metro Integration
- Max Metro adjacent
- Red Line access
- Seamless transfers
- Unified Nol payment
🎫 Ticketing & Info
- Nol card machines
- Information desks
- Digital displays
- Route information
🏢 Amenities
- Sheltered waiting areas
- Seating available
- Accessibility features
- Clean facilities
🛍️ Shopping
- Burjuman Centre
- World Trade Centre
- Satwa shops
- Convenience stores
🏥 Medical
- Al Maktoum Hospital (Route 27)
- Medical facilities
- Healthcare access
- Emergency services
🌆 Nearby Areas
- Bur Dubai central
- Satwa district
- Al Jafiliya community
- World Trade Centre
🧭 Al Jafiliya Multimodal Travel Guide
- Get Nol Card: Purchase Silver Card (AED 25) at Max Metro Station
- Download S’hail App: Essential for multimodal journey planning
- Top-Up Card: Load AED 30-50 for daily/weekly travel
- Plan Route: Route 21 to Dubai Mall, E102 to Abu Dhabi Airport, etc.
- Check Schedules: Local every 15-20 min peak, intercity every 30-60 min
- Tap Nol on Bus: Board your route, tap card
- Transfer to Metro: Walk to adjacent Max Metro Station (Red Line)
- Tap Nol on Metro: Same card works for metro
- Red Line Destinations: Dubai Mall, Airport, Marina, Expo City
- Green Line Transfer: Change at Union or BurJuman
- Abu Dhabi Travel: E102 every hour to Abu Dhabi Airport (AED 25)
- Tap Out: When exiting for accurate fare
💡 Expert Al Jafiliya Station Tips:
- 🌟 Multimodal Hub: Bus + Metro Red Line integration
- 💰 Abu Dhabi Savings: E102 (AED 25) vs private car (AED 60-80+)
- 🚇 Max Metro Station: Formerly Al Jafiliya, Red Line access
- 🏙️ Route 21 Tourist Favorite: Direct to Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa
- ✈️ Airport Options: X22 to Dubai Airport, E102 to Abu Dhabi Airport
- 📱 S’hail App Essential: Real-time bus + metro tracking
- 🚌 Route 88: Beach access to Dubai Marina/JLT
- 🏥 Route 27: Medical access to Al Maktoum Hospital
- 🕐 E102 Schedule: 6:20 AM-11:20 PM, every 60 min
- 🎫 One Nol Card: Works on all buses + metro
- 🏢 Central Location: Burjuman Centre, World Trade Centre nearby
- 🌍 67km Red Line: 35 stations, 1hr 14min full journey
📞 Official Contact
📱 Digital Services
S’hail App: Multimodal planning
RTA App: Nol balance, services
Metro Info: Live updates
🚏 Station Details
Location: Al Jafiliya, Bur Dubai
Hours: 06:00 AM – 12:00 AM+
Metro: Max Station (Red Line)
Nearby: Burjuman, World Trade Centre
ℹ️ Content Verification
Last Verified: December 2025 | Sources: RTA official documentation, S’hail app. This is a comprehensive Al Jafiliya Bus Station guide with complete multimodal information (Route 21 Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa, Route 27 Deira/Al Maktoum Hospital, Route 29 Al Qusais, Route 88 Marina/JLT, Express X22 Airport, E100/E101/E102 Abu Dhabi/Airport every 60 min AED 25, Routes 10/32C/61/X28/91A/X94/98E/F09/F27, Max Metro Station Red Line 67km 35 stations), Nol card system, S’hail app, internal links to Union Metro, Al Quoz, Gold Souq, Nol Card guide. For real-time updates, use S’hail app or call 800 9090.