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Sharjah: 3 New Bus Routes Connecting To Etihad Rail Station Launched & They Are…

The new bus services that were launched in Sharjah will improve connectivity from Al Dhaid Railway Station.

by Anupriya Mishra
Sharjah: 3 New Bus Routes Connecting To Etihad Rail Station Launched & They Are…
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The Sharjah Road and Transport Authority has launched three new public bus routes. These bus routes connect several areas in the emirate to the Al Dhaid Railway Station. The launch of the new bus routes is a part of the authorities’ effort to strengthen integration between different modes of public transport. Here’s all about the new bus routes that have been launched in Sharjah.

Sharjah RTA Launches Bus Services To Al Dhaid

The new bus services that were launched in Sharjah will improve connectivity. It would also facilitate passenger access to the railway station. With the aim of supporting Sharjah’s effort to develop an integrated and efficient public transport network, this would make the public transport network all the more efficient. As revealed by the authority, the three new routes are as follows:

  • ER1 – Al Madam
  • ER2 – Al Sajaa
  • ER3 – Al Jubail

What Does The Timetable Say?

 

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In fact, the authority has also released a timetable for route ER2, which connects to Al Sajaa. The journey time would take approximately 43 minutes. The Sharjah RTA, in its post on Instagram, published a schedule showing daily departures from Al Dhaid Station. This will be towards different destinations and it starts at 6:40 AM, continuing until night at 8:55 PM.

Making Travelling Convenient For People

These new routes have been designed in such a way that they provide passengers with convenient connections between the public bus network of Sharjah and the Etihad Rail Station. As a result, with the authority improving accessibility, it is bound to support travel for commuters.

Additionally, if one needs to check the bus schedule, they will find information about the routes and services through the RTA’s official website srta.gov.ae. They can alternatively even call the number 600 52 52 52.

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Etihad Rail Is Becoming Popular Amongst People

The launch of the bus routes comes as Etihad Rail has become a popular choice for people travelling between the emirates. After all, it is convenient and fast! However, it’s worth mentioning that Etihad Rail follows flex pricing, which means that the pricing is flexible. In case of high demand, particular timing, or peak season, the prices of the tickets for Etihad Rail may increase. So it is advisable for customers to book their tickets at the earliest time so that they can make use of the best available fare.

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FAQs

What are the three routes from Al Dhaid for buses?

Sharjah RTA has launched three routes from Al Dhaid Station: ER1, ER2, and ER3.

Where is Al Dhaid station located?

Al Dhaid station is in Sharjah and it is a part of the Etihad Rail network.

Anupriya Mishra | Senior Content Writer

Anupriya Mishra is a Senior Content Writer at Curly Tales with 8 years of experience creating stories around food, travel, fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, and pop culture. She holds a Master’s degree in History from the University of Delhi. When she’s not busy checking out the newest eateries in town, you’ll find her binge-watching K-dramas and reading romance novels.

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First Published: October 26, 2026 2:03 PM