RTA announces revised schedule for public transport links

Wednesday, 1 April 2020 16:48

Buses and taxis will operate limited services during the national disinfection programme that will run between 8:00 pm and 6:00 am.

That's according to a revised schedule released by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on their official social media channel.

It said buses will operate limited routes to hospitals, while taxis will be available through Uber and Careem booking platforms.

Meanwhile, regular services for both will be carried out between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm.

New timetables for #DubaiMetro, #DubaiTram, buses, and taxis to secure essential trips during the implementation of the National Sterilisation Programme.#WeAreCommitted #RTA pic.twitter.com/zZv6YzdU74
— RTA (@rta_dubai) April 1, 2020

Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram will also operate between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm every day.

However, all marine transport, including ferries, will remain suspended for a month.

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