Deira City Centre Bus Station
🏢 Deira City Centre Bus Station
Dubai’s Premier Deira Shopping & Metro Hub – Red Line
📅 Updated: December 2025 | ✅ RTA Hub | 🚇 Metro Red Line | 🏬 City Centre Deira Mall | 🚌 15+ Routes | 💳 Nol Card
✅ Deira’s Premier Shopping & Transport Hub: Deira City Centre Bus Station is RTA Dubai’s flagship terminal strategically located at City Centre Deira Mall, directly connected to Deira City Centre Metro Station (Red Line), serving Deira’s commercial and residential districts with 15+ local, express, and intercity routes. This premier multimodal facility operates major routes including Route 27 to Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa (every 10-15 min, 35-50 min journey), Route 33 from Al Qusais, Route E307 to Sharjah Al Jubail (every 20-30 min, 45-65 min, intercity), Route X28 Express, Route 53 from International City, Route 22 to Al Nahda, Route 88 to Dubai Internet City/Marina, Route C15 from Hamriya Port, plus feeder and local routes covering Gold Souq, Union Square, Abu Hail, and Port Saeed. The Metro Red Line connection (Deira City Centre Station R16) 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). Premium facilities include Nol card payment, S’hail app integration, shaded pedestrian bridge to mall and metro, City Centre Deira Mall access (400+ stores, dining, entertainment), and proximity to Deira’s heritage districts. Operating hours: 05:00 AM – 12:00 AM+ (routes vary). Perfect for shoppers, Deira residents, Sharjah commuters, and multimodal travelers!
📋 Deira City Centre Bus Station Essential Information
| 📍 Location: | 8th Street, Port Saeed, Deira (City Centre Deira Mall) |
| 🏢 Operator: | RTA Dubai (Roads & Transport Authority) |
| 🚇 Metro Connection: | Deira City Centre Metro Station (Red Line R16) – Direct |
| 🕐 Operating Hours: | 05:00 AM – 12:00 AM+ (varies by route) |
| 🚌 Key Routes: | 27 (Dubai Mall), 33 (Al Qusais), E307 (Sharjah), X28 (Express), 88 (Marina) |
| 🚍 Intercity: | E307 to Sharjah Al Jubail (every 20-30 min, 45-65 min) |
| 💳 Payment: | Nol Card (bus + metro integrated) |
| 🏬 Mall Access: | City Centre Deira Mall – Direct connection via shaded bridge |
| 📱 Apps: | S’hail, Wojhati (journey planning, real-time tracking) |
| ✅ Status: | 🟢 Operating Daily |
📖 About Deira City Centre Bus Station
Deira City Centre Bus Station stands as Dubai’s premier Deira shopping and transport hub—strategically positioned at City Centre Deira Mall on 8th Street, Port Saeed, directly connected to Deira City Centre Metro Station (Red Line R16) via a shaded pedestrian bridge, serving as the critical connection point for Deira’s commercial districts, residential communities, and Sharjah intercity services. Operated by RTA Dubai (Roads & Transport Authority), this modern facility creates seamless bus-to-metro-to-mall integration, enabling passengers to combine local/intercity buses with Dubai Metro Red Line access and direct shopping at City Centre Deira’s 400+ stores. Located in the heart of Deira’s business district, the station serves daily commuters, shoppers, tourists, and Sharjah travelers with reliable RTA services.
The station provides exceptional route diversity: Route 27 to Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa (every 10-15 min, 35-50 min journey, tourist/shopper favorite), Route 33 from Al Qusais (every 15-20 min, 30-45 min, residential connection), Route E307 to Sharjah Al Jubail Bus Station (every 20-30 min, 45-65 min, intercity service 6:40 AM-11:30 PM Mon-Sat, 7:00 AM-10:30 PM Sun), Route X28 Express from Lulu Village/Al Nahda (every 15-20 min, 40-55 min), Route 53 from International City (every 20-30 min, 50-70 min), Route 22 to Al Nahda 1 (every 30 min), Route 88 to Dubai Internet City/Marina (68 min total journey), Route C15 from Hamriya Port, plus comprehensive local coverage serving Gold Souq, Union Square, and Abu Hail.
The Metro Red Line integration (Deira City Centre Station R16 direct connection) is transformative—passengers arriving on intercity buses (E307 from Sharjah) can immediately transfer to metro for Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Dubai Marina, or transfer at Union/BurJuman to Green Line. The shaded pedestrian bridge connects bus station, metro, and City Centre Deira Mall seamlessly. Operating with frequent service (Route 27 every 10-15 min, E307 every 20-30 min), extended hours (5 AM-midnight+), modern RTA facilities (air-conditioned waiting areas, digital displays, Nol card machines), integrated Nol payment (seamless bus-metro-mall travel), and S’hail/Wojhati app compatibility, Deira City Centre Bus Station exemplifies RTA’s multimodal vision.
🎓 Transportation Expert Analysis
Deira City Centre Bus Station demonstrates world-class multimodal integration—serving Deira’s commercial heart while maintaining critical metro connectivity, mall access, and Sharjah intercity services. The shaded pedestrian bridge creates seamless bus-metro-mall transfers—Sharjah commuters arriving on E307 can immediately access entire Dubai Metro network or shop at City Centre Deira (400+ stores, dining, entertainment). Route 27’s Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa service (every 10-15 min, 35-50 min) makes this station essential for tourists and shoppers. Route 88’s Marina/Internet City coverage connects Deira to beach districts. The E307 Sharjah Al Jubail route (every 20-30 min, 45-65 min) creates critical emirate-to-emirate connectivity—cheaper than private car (fuel AED 30+, Salik tolls AED 8+). Route 33’s Al Qusais service ensures comprehensive residential coverage. The station’s location—adjacent to City Centre Deira Mall, Pullman Hotel, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club—maximizes accessibility. Nol card integration enables single-card bus-metro-mall journeys. This terminal is economic infrastructure enabling Dubai-Sharjah workforce mobility and integrated shopping-transit patterns.
🚌 Complete Route Network from Deira City Centre
Local, intercity, and metro-integrated services. December 2025.
🌟 Popular Local Routes
🚌 Route 27: Deira City Centre → Dubai Mall / Burj Khalifa
| Route: | Deira City Centre Bus Station → Dubai Mall → Burj Khalifa |
| Service: | Tourist & Shopper Favorite |
| Frequency: | Every 10-15 minutes (peak hours) |
| Journey Time: | 35-50 minutes |
| Payment: | Nol Card required |
🌟 Top Tourist Route! Direct access to Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa from Deira. Fastest bus connection!
🚌 Route 33: Al Qusais → Deira City Centre
| Route: | Al Qusais Bus Station → Deira City Centre |
| Coverage: | Al Qusais residential communities |
| Frequency: | Every 15-20 minutes |
| Journey Time: | 30-45 minutes |
✈️ Route X28: Lulu Village/Al Nahda → Deira City Centre (Express)
| Route: | Lulu Village/Al Nahda → Deira City Centre |
| Service Type: | Express Service |
| Frequency: | Every 15-20 minutes |
| Journey Time: | 40-55 minutes |
🚌 Route 88: Dubai Internet City → Deira City Centre → Marina
| Route: | Dubai Internet City → Deira City Centre → Dubai Marina |
| Coverage: | Beach areas, leisure districts, waterfront |
| Frequency: | Every 30 minutes |
| Total Journey: | 68 minutes (full route) |
🚌 Route 53: International City → Deira City Centre
| Route: | International City → Deira City Centre |
| Coverage: | International City residential areas |
| Frequency: | Every 20-30 minutes |
| Journey Time: | 50-70 minutes |
🚌 Route 22: Deira City Centre → Al Nahda 1
| Route: | Deira City Centre Bus Station → Al Nahda 1 |
| Coverage: | Al Nahda residential communities |
| Frequency: | Every 30 minutes |
🚌 Route C15: Hamriya Port → Deira City Centre
| Route: | Hamriya Port → Deira City Centre |
| Coverage: | Port area, industrial zones |
| Service: | Daily operation |
🌍 Intercity Routes (Sharjah)
🚌 Route E307: Deira City Centre → Sharjah Al Jubail
| Route: | Deira City Centre → Sharjah Al Jubail Bus Station |
| Service Type: | Intercity to Sharjah |
| Operating Hours: | 6:40 AM – 11:30 PM (Mon-Sat), 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM (Sun) |
| Frequency: | Every 20-30 minutes |
| Journey Time: | 45-65 minutes |
| Payment: | Nol Card required |
🌍 Intercity Service! Direct connection to Sharjah. Perfect for cross-emirate commuters!
🚇 Metro Red Line Connection
🚇 Deira City Centre Metro Station (Red Line R16)
| Line: | Dubai Metro Red Line (R16) |
| Transfer: | Direct via shaded pedestrian bridge |
| Mall Access: | City Centre Deira Mall – Same bridge connection |
| 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. Shaded bridge to mall and metro!
💳 Nol Card & Multimodal Travel
Integrated payment for bus + metro + mall. 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: Deira City Centre 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 & Wojhati 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:
| 🚌 Route 27 → Dubai Mall: | AED 3-5 (10-15 min frequency) |
| 🚌 Route E307 → Sharjah Al Jubail: | AED 7-10 (20-30 min frequency) |
| 🚇 Metro → Dubai Mall (Red Line): | AED 4-6 |
| 🚌🚇 Bus → Metro → Airport: | AED 7-10 |
| 🚌 Route 88 → Dubai Marina: | AED 5-8 |
| 🚗 Private car to Sharjah (fuel + tolls): | AED 40-60+ |
Multimodal Advantage: E307 to Sharjah (AED 7-10) vs private car (AED 40-60+)!
🏢 Station Facilities & Nearby Attractions
🚇 Metro & Mall Integration
- Metro R16 direct access
- Shaded pedestrian bridge
- City Centre Deira Mall
- 400+ stores & dining
- Seamless transfers
🎫 Ticketing & Info
- Nol card machines
- Information desks
- Digital displays
- Route information
- Real-time updates
🏢 Amenities
- Air-conditioned waiting
- Comfortable seating
- Accessibility features
- Clean facilities
- Restrooms available
🛍️ Shopping & Dining
- City Centre Deira Mall
- 400+ retail stores
- Restaurants & cafes
- Entertainment options
- Pullman Hotel nearby
🏛️ Heritage & Attractions
- Gold Souq nearby
- Dubai Creek access
- Al Ghurair Centre
- Clock Tower Roundabout
- Heritage districts
🌆 Nearby Areas
- Port Saeed
- Al Rigga
- Al Muraqqabat
- Al Garhoud
- Deira commercial district
🧭 Deira City Centre Multimodal Travel Guide
- Get Nol Card: Purchase Silver Card (AED 25) at Deira City Centre Metro Station
- Download S’hail/Wojhati App: Essential for multimodal journey planning
- Top-Up Card: Load AED 30-50 for daily/weekly travel
- Plan Route: Route 27 to Dubai Mall (10-15 min), E307 to Sharjah (20-30 min), etc.
- Check Schedules: Use app for real-time bus arrivals
- Tap Nol on Bus: Board your route, tap card
- Transfer to Metro: Walk via shaded bridge to Deira City Centre Metro (R16)
- Shop at Mall: City Centre Deira – 400+ stores, same bridge access
- 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
- Sharjah Travel: E307 every 20-30 min to Al Jubail (45-65 min)
- Tap Out: When exiting for accurate fare
💡 Expert Deira City Centre Station Tips:
- 🌟 Multimodal Hub: Bus + Metro + Mall integration via shaded bridge
- 🏬 Shopping Access: City Centre Deira – 400+ stores, dining, entertainment
- 🚇 Metro R16: Direct Red Line access to entire Dubai network
- 🏙️ Route 27 Tourist Favorite: Direct to Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa (10-15 min frequency)
- 🌍 E307 Sharjah Service: Every 20-30 min to Al Jubail (45-65 min)
- 📱 S’hail/Wojhati Apps Essential: Real-time bus + metro tracking
- 🚌 Route 88: Beach access to Dubai Marina/Internet City
- 🕐 E307 Schedule: 6:40 AM-11:30 PM (Mon-Sat), 7:00 AM-10:30 PM (Sun)
- 🎫 One Nol Card: Works on all buses + metro + tram
- 🏢 Central Location: Pullman Hotel, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club nearby
- 🌍 67km Red Line: 35 stations, 1hr 14min full journey
- 🛍️ Peak Shopping Hours: Avoid 6-8 PM for easier mall access
- 🚏 Heritage Access: Quick bus to Gold Souq, Union Square
📞 Official Contact
📱 Digital Services
S’hail App: Multimodal planning
Wojhati App: Journey planner
RTA App: Nol balance, services
🚏 Station Details
Location: 8th Street, Port Saeed, Deira
Hours: 05:00 AM – 12:00 AM+
Metro: Deira City Centre Station (R16)
Mall: City Centre Deira – Direct access
ℹ️ Content Verification
Last Verified: December 2025 | Sources: RTA official documentation, S’hail/Wojhati apps, Moovit. This is a comprehensive Deira City Centre Bus Station guide with complete multimodal information (Route 27 Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa every 10-15 min, Route 33 Al Qusais, Route E307 Sharjah Al Jubail every 20-30 min 45-65 min, Route X28 Express, Route 88 Marina/Internet City, Routes 53/22/C15, Deira City Centre Metro Station R16 Red Line 67km 35 stations, City Centre Deira Mall 400+ stores), Nol card system, S’hail/Wojhati apps, internal links to Union Square, Gold Souq, Abu Hail, Sharjah Al Jubail, Nol Card guide. For real-time updates, use S’hail/Wojhati apps or call 800 9090.