Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has completed the installation of 726 modern bus shelters for public transport users, distributed across key areas of the emirate.
The new shelters serve more than 192 million users annually. Some shelters are linked to more than 10 bus routes, enhancing network flexibility and raising operational efficiency.
His Excellency, Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority said, “We ensured that the new shelters combine modern, attractive design with integrated services that enhance the mobility experience, strengthen public confidence in the public transport system, and support sustainability objectives, including reducing emissions. The shelters serve a large number of bus routes, sometimes over ten routes per shelter, which improves network efficiency, cuts travel time, and boosts public transport ridership."
The bus shelters are categorised based on usage levels. These include:
- Main stop: Serving more than 750 passengers per day
- Secondary stop: Accommodating between 250 and 750 passengers per day
- Standard stop: Serving between 100 and 250 passengers per day
- Pick-up and drop-off stop: Serving fewer than 100 passengers per day
In addition, at main stops, part of the shelter space includes air-conditioned waiting areas, alongside shaded outdoor areas and advertising spaces. The shelters are also equipped with information displays providing bus network maps, timetables, service frequency, and other information and services.
The project also aligns with the Dubai Universal Design Code for People of Determination, with dedicated wheelchair-accessible spaces integrated into the shelters.