The X28 bus is one of RTA Dubai’s express routes, connecting areas like Dubai Internet City, Barsha Heights, Satwa, and City Walk. It’s ideal for commuters and tourists traveling between metro lines, malls, and budget areas.
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Where Does the X28 Bus Operate?
The X28 route links the western Dubai neighborhoods to the city’s central entertainment and business districts.
🚌 Route Start: Dubai Internet City Metro Station
🛑 Route End: City Walk (Coca-Cola Arena)
↔ Distance: Approx. 22 km
🕒 Duration: 45–55 minutes
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X28 Bus Timings in Dubai
| Day | Operating Hours | Frequency (Avg.) |
| Monday–Friday | 5:30 AM – 11:30 PM | Every 15–20 mins |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Every 20–25 mins |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 10:30 PM | Every 25–30 mins |
🔗 For late-night travel, review our picks of Dubai top attractions at night.
Major Stops on the X28 Route
- Dubai Internet City Metro
- TECOM (Barsha Heights)
- Media Rotana Hotel
- Mall of the Emirates Metro
- Al Barsha 1
- Satwa Bus Station
- Coca-Cola Arena (City Walk)
- Al Safa Street
🔗 Looking for alternatives from Al Barsha? See the F36 Bus Schedule.
Metro and Bus Connections for X28
| Stop | Metro Station | Bus Transfers |
| Dubai Internet City | Red Line | F36 Bus |
| Mall of the Emirates | Red Line | Bus 84 Timetable |
| Satwa Roundabout | — | 13B Bus Timetable |
| City Walk (Al Safa) | Dubai Mall Metro (via footpath) | F11 Bus Timetable |
Nol Card Fare & Zone Details
| Zones | Nol Silver Fare |
| 1 Zone | AED 3.00 |
| 2 Zones | AED 5.00 |
| 3+ Zones | AED 7.50 |
🔗 Eligible riders can reduce costs using the Fazaa Card.
Attractions Along the X28 Route
If you’re planning a day out using X28, you can access:
- 🛍 Best shopping malls in Dubai
- 🎢 Dubai attractions with multi-park passes
- 🎫 Book Dubai attraction tickets online
- 🧒 Dubai attractions for kids
- 🕌 Cultural and historical attractions in Dubai
X28 Bus Schedule PDF & Real-Time Tracking
While there’s no official PDF, the RTA S’hail App and RTA Website provide real-time tracking. You can also check on-screen updates at key metro-connected stations.
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FAQs – X28 Bus Route Dubai
Is the X28 a direct route to Dubai Mall?
No, but you can walk from City Walk or switch to Red Line at Mall of the Emirates.
Can I use the X28 with a Hafilat Card?
❌ No. Use a Nol Card for all Dubai-based RTA services. For Abu Dhabi, see Hafilat Card Guide.
Is the X28 bus air-conditioned?
✅ Yes, all RTA buses are climate-controlled.
Does X28 serve tourists?
✅ Absolutely. It runs past many popular destinations and links to key metro interchanges.
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