Etihad Train Stations & Timings UAE | Routes and Schedule
To check the efficiency of Etihad Rail, the first train was launched on 30 June 2026. The route of the first Etihad train was from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah. 2 classes were defined in the train. Comfort class tickets with 50% off were available at AED 55. However, the premium class ticket was available at AED 120. The whole scheme of the rail network covers a 900km area. It will cover Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Fujairah stations till March 2027.
Etihad Train Stations and Timing in 2026
The whole scheme to launch etihad train routes are as follow:
|
Station |
Emirate |
Opening Date |
Key Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Mohammed Bin Zayed City |
Abu Dhabi |
30 June 2026 |
This station has a direct connection with the capital. Moreover the station is at the center of Abu Dhabi. |
|
Al Hilal |
Fujairah |
30 June 2026 |
First fully completed station of Etihad rail. Located at the most eastern point of network. |
|
Jumeirah Golf Estates |
Dubai |
30 September 2026 |
The station is located along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, southern Dubai |
|
Al Dhaid |
Sharjah |
30 September 2026 |
It is among the high commuter station for Sharjah and Dubai |
|
Al Ain |
Abu Dhabi |
30 September 2026 |
This station is officially confirmed for official route expansion |
|
Al Dhannah |
Abu Dhabi |
20 December 2026 |
~240 km from Abu Dhabi city |
|
Al Sila |
Abu Dhabi |
20 December 2026 |
Westernmost station; future GCC Railway connection point |
|
Al Mirfa |
Abu Dhabi |
20 December 2026 |
Coastal town ~130 km west of Abu Dhabi city |
|
Madinat Zayed |
Abu Dhabi |
20 December 2026 |
Largest town in the Al Dhafra administrative centre |
|
Liwa (Mezairaa) |
Abu Dhabi |
20 December 2026 |
Gateway to Liwa Oasis desert region |
|
University City |
Sharjah |
30 March 2027 |
Adjacent to Sharjah International Airport |
Major Stations of Etihad Rail
A large number of stations are located in the Abu Dhabi Emirate. Fujairah and Abu Dhabi have one station located in each. However, Sharjah has 2 etihad train stations.
Capacity of Etihad Train
The trains were designed to get most of the passengers in the most suitable way. 400 passengers can travel at the same time through Etihad Rail. A total of 13 trains were launched with this capacity. A total of 4 phases were decided to launch rail stations from June 2026 to March 2027.
Etihad Ticket Cost and Class Types
Etihad Rail has 2 classes for traveling passengers. Both are made to provide maximum comfort to passengers as per their preferences and choice.
- Comfort class
It runs from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah. Its initial ticket cost is AED 55.
- Premium Class:
Same route with a different luxury status, and the cost is AED 120.
Etihad Rail Timings
Etihad Rail will travel at 200km/h and its timing is set according to that.
|
Route |
Travel Time |
Status |
|---|---|---|
|
Abu Dhabi – Fujairah |
1 hour 45 minutes |
Operational June 30, 2026 |
|
Abu Dhabi – Dubai |
50 minutes |
Opens September 30, 2026 |
|
Dubai – Fujairah |
50 minutes |
Via national network |
|
Abu Dhabi – Al Ruwais |
1 hour 10 minutes |
Western Abu Dhabi route |
High-Speed Etihad Rail (a Separate Project)
Another rail running between Abu Dhabi and dubai based on a separate project of etihad train. It will travel at a speed of 350km/h. Such a high-speed train reaches 30 minutes earlier than a standard train. The launch date of this project is still not confirmed.
As per official calculations of the Etihad Rail project, it is expected to target 36 million passengers per year by 2030.
