Transport

RTA Resumes Bus and Abra Services for Global Village’s 29th Season

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that bus and abra services have resumed the services for the 29th successive year of Global Village in Dubai, which opened its doors to public attendance from October 16.

Four bus routes will take you to Global Village across various locations for easy conveniences.

The four buses providing the service are available according to the following details and route numbers:

  • Route 102: From Rashidiya Bus Station, operating every 60 minutes
  • Route 103: From Union Bus Station, operating every 40 minutes
  • Route 104: From Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, operating every 60 minutes
  • Route 106: From Mall of the Emirates Bus Station, operating every 60 minutes

Last season, the Global Village bus service of RTA experienced a significant increase, as the ridership rose by 22% from 448,716 passengers in the season 2022-2023 to 573,759 in the latest season. It is an indicator of the growing popularity of Global Village as one of the main attractions in Dubai.

The RTA also resumes its tourist Abra service, and two electric Abras are available to carry tourists around the venue. The service is said to give visitors a unique experience during their visit to Global Village this season.

Hamna Farrukh

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