Login
Dubai's public transport: a comprehensive guide
Local transport across the city is streamlined and affordable, allowing residents and visitors to explore every locality with ease.
Nol cards
What is it?
The Nol card is a versatile, rechargeable card designed for maximum convenience and ease of travel across the city. It’s a unified Dubai public transport pass, available for anyone to buy at:
• Dubai Metro and bus stations
• Supermarkets such as Spinneys, Carrefour and Waitrose
Where can I use it?
This card can be used to pay on all of Dubai’s public transport systems, including the metro, buses, trams, taxis and water taxis. It can also be used to pay for public parking when parking a self-owned or rented car.
Where can I top up?
• The RTA website
• Nol card vending machines at metro platforms
• Ticket booths in each metro stop
• The Nol pay app
How much does it cost?
Prices for the metro, tram and buses are as follows:
• Standard adult ticket (red):1 zone or <3km 2 zones: AED4 | 2 zones: AED6 | 3+ zones: AE8.50
• Pre-paid standard adult ticket (silver Nol): 1 zone or <3km 2 zones: AED3 | 2 zones: AED5 | 3+ zones: AE7.50
• Concessionary (blue Nol): 1 zone or <3km 2 zones: AED1.50 | 2 zones: AED2.50 | 3+ zones: AE3.75
• Gold class (red ticket): 1 zone or <3km 2 zones: AED8 | 2 zones: AED12 | 3+ zones: AE17
• Gold class pre-paid: 1 zone or <3km 2 zones: AED6 | 2 zones: AED10 | 3+ zones: AE15
Note: fares are subject to change – please check the official website for the latest price information.