Dubai RTA took to its X account to announce the opening of the Mall of the Emirates Smart Bus Station. For those who aren’t aware, this is the first smart bus station in Dubai. It marks the authority’s drive towards developing an integrated public transport network, which would be powered by digital technologies and smart solutions. Here’s all you need to know about the smart bus station that’s not open in Dubai.
Mall Of The Emirates Smart Bus Station Opened By Dubai RTA
افتتحت #هيئة_الطرق_و_المواصلات، محطة حافلات مول الإمارات الذكية، أول محطة ذكية للحافلات، في خطوة نوعية تُبرز توجهات الهيئة نحو تطوير منظومة نقل جماعي متكاملة تعتمد على التقنيات الرقمية والحلول الذكية، بما يعزز خدمة المتعاملين ويرسّخ مكانة دبي مدينة رائدة عالمياً في التنقل… pic.twitter.com/KgBLshG9Fh
— RTA (@rta_dubai) May 10, 2026
Complete with modern and sustainable design, the Mall of Emirates Smart Bus Station aligns with Dubai RTA’s corporate identity and outlook. It delivers all customer services through the 24*7 interactive and proactive digital services. Not to mention, this bus station also helps introduce and deliver a seamless and comfortable customer journey. As mentioned by the Dubai RTA, the bus station would serve 11 routes. It directly connects to the Mall of Emirates Metro Station.
It Spans 147 m² & Features Solar Panels
Establishing an advanced model for the future of public transport stations in Dubai, the RTA would scale this model in future. This would further integrate Dubai’s public transport network and provide a smart or sustainable mobility solution. It should be noted that it has transformed all the services into fully digital, paperless, and proactive services. It can accommodate 20 customers and includes a dedicated rest area for drivers.
The bus station spans 147 m² and features solar panels for power generation. Using advanced AI-powered cameras, it monitors crowd movement. There are also screens that display bus arrival times and a smart kiosk. Additionally, it features advanced digital systems and services.
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These Bus Stations Connect Several Areas
This bus station connects multiple residential, commercial, and tourist areas, and these are as follows
- Al Sufouh
- Umm Suqeim
- Al Barsha
- Al Ghubaiba
- Al Quoz
- Al Manara
- Jumeriah village Circle
- The Greens
- Dubai Science Park
- Arabian Ranches
- Dubai Studio City
- Dubai Miracle Garden
- Global Village
So, with the opening of the new smart bus station, do share this news with your friends in Dubai!
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Where is Dubai's first smart bus station?
Dubai just opened its first smart bus station at the Mall of the Emirates.
What does the Mall of Emirates Smart Bus Station feature?
With a modern and sustainable design, this smart bus station delivers customer services through a 24 seven interactive and proactive Digital service.