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    E101 Bus Route: Dubai Ibn Battuta to Abu Dhabi

    RTA E101 express links Ibn Battuta Bus Station, Dubai, with Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station.

    OriginIbn Battuta Bus Station, DubaiDubai, UAE
    🚌via Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) from Ibn Battuta, Al Samha, Shahama
    DestinationAbu Dhabi Central Bus StationAbu Dhabi, UAE
    FareAED 25Standard one-way fare. Nol Card only. No cash accepted. Students AED 12 with valid Emirates ID. Flat rate regardless of
    Journey Time90-120Faster than E100. Takes the southern route from Ibn Battuta, avoiding central Dubai traffic.
    Total Stops4 StopsView all below
    First Bus5:00 AMDaily from Ibn Battuta Bus Station, Dubai
    Last Bus11:00 PMLast departure of the day
    FrequencyEvery 20-30 minPeak & off-peak
    OperatorRTA DubaiNol Card (Silver, Gold, Blue)
    Service Days7 DaysMon–Sun incl. holidays
    Last updated: 03/10/2026

    Complete Route

    All 4 Stops

    Full list of stops from Ibn Battuta Bus Station, Dubai to Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station with landmarks and transfer options

    1Ibn Battuta Bus Station, Dubai

    📍 Ibn Battuta Mall, Metro Red Line

    🕐Est. 05:00MetroRed Line
    05:00
    2Al Samha, ADNOC

    📍 Abu Dhabi

    🕐Est. 05:45
    05:45
    3Shahama Village, Abattoir

    📍 Abu Dhabi

    🕐Est. 06:05
    06:05
    4Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station

    📍 Abu Dhabi Central, Al Wahda Mall

    🕐Est. 06:40AbuDhabi local buses
    06:40

    Schedule

    Full Timetable

    Departure times from Ibn Battuta Bus Station, Dubai. Updated 03/10/2026.

    First Bus5:00 AM
    Last Bus11:00 PM
    FrequencyEvery 20-30 min
    Daily Departures~36-54 trips/day
    WeekdaysFridaySaturdayHolidays

    Pricing

    Fare & Payment

    Accepted payment methods and fare details for the E101 Bus Route: Dubai Ibn Battuta to Abu Dhabi

    AED25

    Standard One-Way Fare

    ✅Nol Card only
    ✅Nol Card (Silver, Gold, Blue)
    ✅Tap in & tap out required
    ✅Flat fare all day
    AED12

    Students (with valid ID)

    ✅Valid student ID required
    ✅Nol Card (Blue) required
    AED12

    Seniors & People of Determination

    ✅With valid Emirates ID
    ✅Nol Gold Card recommended
    AEDFree

    Children under 90cm

    ✅Must be accompanied
    ✅No seat if crowded
    ℹ️

    Nol Card is the official payment card for all RTA Dubai services including buses, metro, tram, and water bus. You can purchase and recharge Nol cards at all metro stations, bus stations, and authorized retailers. Tap in and tap out to ensure correct fare calculation.

    Onboard Features

    Bus Amenities

    What to expect on board the E101 Bus Route: Dubai Ibn Battuta to Abu Dhabi

    Around the Route

    Nearby Places & Landmarks

    Things to see and do near key stops on the E101 Bus Route: Dubai Ibn Battuta to Abu Dhabi

    1Ibn Battuta Bus Station, Dubai

    Ibn Battuta & Jebel Ali District

    🛒
    Ibn Battuta Mall
    🚇
    Ibn Battuta Metro (Red Line)
    📍
    Dubai Marina
    📍
    JLT
    📍
    Jebel Ali
    🏢
    Expo City Dubai
    4Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station

    Abu Dhabi City Centre & Al Wahda

    📍
    Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station
    🛒
    Al Wahda Mall
    🕌
    Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

    Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The E101 is the express RTA intercity bus from Ibn Battuta Bus Station in Dubai Marina/Jebel Ali area to Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station. It is faster than E100 because it departs from the southern edge of Dubai.

    AED 25 one-way with Nol Card only. Same flat fare as E100.

    90 to 120 minutes. Faster than E100 which takes 2 to 2.5 hours because Ibn Battuta is already on the southern side of Dubai.

    Every 20 to 30 minutes from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily.

    E101 is ideal for residents of Dubai Marina, JLT, Jebel Ali, Discovery Gardens, and Expo City. E100 is better for Bur Dubai, Deira, and central Dubai residents.

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