Dubai Public Transport Carried Over 747 Million Passengers in 2024
In 2024, Dubai’s public transport and shared mobility services transported 747.1 million passengers, reflecting a 6.4% increase compared to 2023. According to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the average daily ridership exceeded 2 million users.
The main modes of transport used in 2024 included:
- Dubai Metro
- Dubai Tram
- Public Buses
- Marine Transport (abras, ferries, water taxis)
- Shared Mobility Services (car rentals via apps, ride-hailing, shuttle services on demand)
- Taxis (government and private operators)
Most Popular Transport Modes in 2024
The highest share of passengers used:
- Dubai Metro – 37%
- Taxis – 27%
- Buses – 25%
- Shared Mobility Services – 7.5% (compared to 6% in 2023)
- Marine Transport – 2.5%
- Dubai Tram – 1%
Dubai Metro’s Red and Green Lines transported 275.4 million passengers, a 6% increase from 2023. BurJuman and Union stations were the busiest, handling 16.2 million and 12.9 million passengers, respectively.
Infrastructure Expansion: New Metro Line and Smart Transport
Dubai continues to enhance its transportation network. In December 2024, RTA awarded a contract for the construction of the new Blue Line metro. The project, valued at AED 20.5 billion ($5.6 billion), will span 30 km, including 15.5 km underground and 14.5 km above ground, with 14 new stations. The Blue Line will integrate with the Red and Green Metro lines, providing seamless connectivity to Dubai International Airport and key city districts.
Additionally, RTA plans to expand dedicated bus and taxi lanes in 2025-2026, expected to boost ridership by 10% and reduce bus waiting times by 42%.
Dubai Invests in Autonomous and Sustainable Transport
Beyond conventional public transport, RTA is actively testing autonomous buses and innovative trackless trams, which operate on electric power and use AI-driven lane tracking. These transport solutions will:
- Reduce infrastructure development costs
- Enable autonomous movement with artificial intelligence
- Improve sustainability by lowering emissions
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