System: Dubai Tram runs along Al Sufouh Road, initially connecting Dubai Marina to Al Sufouh, with an eventual extension toward the Palm Jumeirah and Mall of the Emirates for a total of ~14.5 km.
Stations: 11 operational stops—JBR 1 & 2, JLT, Marina Mall, Dubai Marina, Marina Towers, Mina Seyahi, Media City, Palm Jumeirah, Knowledge Village, and Al Sufouh.
Connections:
Metro Red Line interchanges: Jumeirah Lakes Towers (DMCC) and Dubai Marina (Sobha Realty).
Palm Monorail at Palm Jumeirah (Palm Gateway).
Rolling Stock: 11 Alstom Citadis 402 trams, each ~44 m long with capacity ~400 passengers, top speed 50 km/h, average 20 km/h.
Power: Uses APS (ground-level power supply)—no overhead cables.
Special Features:
Platform screen doors for safety; Gold Class carriage; women & children-only sections.
📅 Schedule & Frequency
Operating Hours:
Monday–Saturday: 06:00 AM – 01:00 AM (next day)
Sunday: 09:00 AM – 01:00 AM (next day).
Frequency (approximate):
Peak hours: every 6–7 minutes.
Off-peak: ~8–10 minutes.
💰 Fares & Ticketing
Payment: Nol card system (Red Ticket, Silver Card, Gold Card, Blue Card for concessions).
Fare Table (zone 2 only; fixed fare):
Silver Card: AED 3
Gold Card: AED 6
Red Ticket: AED 4.
All existing tram stations lie within Zone 2, so fare doesn’t vary by distance travelled.
🗺️ Dubai Tram Map
🗺️ Travel Time & Coverage
Journey Time: Full 10.6 km route typically takes ~40–42 minutes.
📱 Connectivity & Accessibility
Amenities: Air-conditioned stations and trams, free Wi‑Fi, mobile coverage, emergency call boxes, tactile paths, elevators.
Accessibility: Wheelchair spaces available; women and children cabins; safety systems and supervised vehicle operations.
✅ Trip Tips
Use the Silver Nol Card (AED 3) for regular travel, or Gold if you wish the premium cabin (AED 6).
Board at Metro-connecting stations (JLT or Marina) to seamlessly transfer to/from the Metro or Monorail.
Service runs late—ideal for evening outings in Marina, JBR, and Palm Jumeirah.
With only one zone, fare is simple and zone-crossing fees don’t apply.
