Etihad Rail passenger service launches June 30 between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah
Now, with the first passenger services set to launch on June 30, what was once a residential and industrial suburb on Abu Dhabi's outskirts is about to become the front door to a national railway network.
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The first phase of Etihad Rail's passenger service will connect Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, with ticket prices starting from Dh55 under a 50 per cent introductory discount. Additional stations in Dubai and Al Dhaid are due to open later this year, forming part of a wider network that will eventually connect 11 cities and towns across the UAE. The launch will transform mobility for residents living near the new Abu Dhabi station in Mohammed bin Zayed City, enabling easier inter-emirate travel for work, leisure, and family visits. Residents and businesses near the station anticipate reduced travel times and increased foot traffic.
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Reported by: Khaleej Times 25 Jun 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Khaleej Times →
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