🚗 Comprehensive Local Transportation Guide to Burj Al Arab – Dubai 🚆
Burj Al Arab is one of Dubai’s most iconic landmarks, located on a private island near Jumeirah Beach. Here’s a detailed transportation guide on how to get there using car, metro, rail, buses, and tram services.
🚦 Transportation Modes to Burj Al Arab
Mode of Transport Route & Connectivity Approx. Travel Time Cost (AED) Best For
🚗 Car / Taxi / Ride-hailing Drive via Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) or book Uber/Careem 20-30 min (from Downtown Dubai) 30-50 AED (Taxi from Downtown) Fastest & most comfortable option
🚇 Dubai Metro Take the Red Line and stop at Mall of the Emirates (MOE) Metro Station 30-40 min 5-10 AED (depends on zone) Budget-friendly & easy metro ride
🚈 Dubai Tram + Metro Metro Red Line → Dubai Tram → Jumeirah Beach Hotels 40-50 min 7-12 AED Scenic ride along Dubai Marina
🚌 RTA Public Bus Bus Routes: 81, 88, X28 (Stop: Wild Wadi Waterpark / Burj Al Arab) 50-60 min 5 AED Cheapest option but longer travel
🛣️ Best Ways to Reach Burj Al Arab from Key Locations
From Metro + Tram Option Taxi / Uber Bus Option
Dubai International Airport (DXB) Take Red Line Metro to MOE Station, then taxi to Burj Al Arab Taxi (30 min, 60-80 AED) Bus C01 → 81 (1 hr 15 min)
Downtown Dubai / Burj Khalifa Take Red Line Metro to MOE Station, then taxi Taxi (20 min, 40 AED) Bus X28 → 81 (50-60 min)
Dubai Marina / JBR Take Tram → Metro Red Line → MOE Station, then taxi Taxi (15-20 min, 30 AED) Bus 88 → 81 (40-50 min)
Palm Jumeirah Palm Monorail → Tram → Metro → Taxi Taxi (15-20 min, 30 AED) No direct bus (needs transfer)
🚖 1. Getting to Burj Al Arab by Car / Taxi / Ride-Hailing (Best for Comfort & Speed)
Fastest way to reach Burj Al Arab from Downtown Dubai or Dubai Marina.
Taxis are readily available (use Uber, Careem, or RTA Taxis).
Estimated taxi fare:
DXB Airport → Burj Al Arab: 60-80 AED
Downtown Dubai → Burj Al Arab: 40-50 AED
Dubai Marina → Burj Al Arab: 30-40 AED
🚗 Parking Information:
Burj Al Arab offers valet parking (expensive, mostly for guests).
Mall of the Emirates (MOE) Parking: Park here & take a short taxi ride (cheaper option).
🚇 2. Getting to Burj Al Arab by Dubai Metro (Best for Budget Travelers)
Take the Red Line Metro and stop at Mall of the Emirates (MOE) Metro Station.
From MOE Station, take a taxi (5-10 min, 15 AED) to Burj Al Arab.
🚆 Metro Travel Time:
Dubai Airport → Burj Al Arab (Metro + Taxi): 40-45 min
Burj Khalifa / Downtown Dubai → Burj Al Arab (Metro + Taxi): 30-35 min
Dubai Marina → Burj Al Arab (Tram + Metro + Taxi): 35-40 min
Metro Operating Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday: 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Saturday: 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
💡 Tip: Buy a Nol Card for easy payments on Metro, Bus, and Tram.
🚈 3. Getting to Burj Al Arab by Dubai Tram + Metro (Best for Scenic Route)
If staying in Dubai Marina or JBR, take Dubai Tram to Mall of the Emirates Metro Station.
From MOE Station, take a short taxi ride to Burj Al Arab.
Tram Travel Time:
Dubai Marina → Burj Al Arab: 40-45 min (Tram + Metro + Taxi)
🚌 4. Getting to Burj Al Arab by RTA Public Bus (Cheapest Option)
Buses are the slowest but most affordable option.
Closest bus stop: Wild Wadi Waterpark (next to Burj Al Arab).
🚌 Bus Routes to Burj Al Arab:
Bus No. Route Travel Time Cost
81 Dubai Mall → Burj Al Arab → Jumeirah Beach 50-60 min 5 AED
88 Deira City Center → Burj Al Arab → Dubai Marina 50-60 min 5 AED
X28 Dubai Internet City → Burj Al Arab → Downtown Dubai 60 min 5 AED
💡 Travel Tips for Visiting Burj Al Arab
✅ Burj Al Arab is a luxury hotel – non-guests cannot enter unless they have a restaurant booking or spa appointment.
✅ Best way to visit Burj Al Arab: Book Afternoon Tea at Skyview Bar or a Dining Experience at Al Muntaha or Bab Al Yam.
✅ Best time to visit: Sunset hours for stunning beach & skyline views.
✅ Alternative views: Visit Madinat Jumeirah or Jumeirah Public Beach for free views of Burj Al Arab.
✅ Use Nol Card for Metro, Tram, & Bus payments (Silver Nol Card is recommended).
🎯 Final Recommendation – Best Way to Reach Burj Al Arab
Budget Travelers Fastest & Most Convenient Scenic Route
Metro + Taxi Taxi / Uber Tram + Metro + Taxi
Cost: 15 AED Cost: 30-50 AED Cost: 10-12 AED
Time: 40 min Time: 20 min Time: 45 min
🏆 Conclusion
Fastest: Taxi/Uber (20-30 min)
Cheapest: Public Bus (5 AED, 60 min)
Best for budget: Metro + Taxi (15 AED, 40 min)
Most scenic: Tram + Metro + Taxi (12 AED, 45 min)
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