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    X88 Bus Route: Abu Dhabi to Ruwais

    ITC X88 connects Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station with Ruwais (Al Dhannah), Al Dhafra.

    OriginAbu Dhabi Bus StationAbu Dhabi, UAE
    🚌via MBZ City (E11 highway)
    DestinationAl Dhannah ADNOC Bus Station (Ruwais)Abu Dhabi, UAE
    FareAED 35Hafilat Card or cash. Regional express within Abu Dhabi emirate.
    Journey Time180-240Long-distance to Ruwais ADNOC industrial city. 4 to 6 trips per day.
    Total Stops3 StopsView all below
    First Bus7:00 AMDaily from Abu Dhabi Bus Station
    Last Bus10:00 PMLast departure of the day
    FrequencyEvery 3 hoursPeak & off-peak
    OperatorITC (DARB)Hafilat Card
    Service Days7 DaysMon–Sun incl. holidays
    Last updated: 03/10/2026

    Complete Route

    All 3 Stops

    Full list of stops from Abu Dhabi Bus Station to Al Dhannah ADNOC Bus Station (Ruwais) with landmarks and transfer options

    1Abu Dhabi Bus Station

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    🕐Est.
    2MBZ City Bus Station

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    🕐Est.
    3Al Dhannah ADNOC Bus Station (Ruwais)

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    🕐Est.

    Schedule

    Full Timetable

    Departure times from Abu Dhabi Bus Station. Updated 03/10/2026.

    First Bus7:00 AM
    Last Bus10:00 PM
    FrequencyEvery 3 hours
    Daily Departures4-6 trips/day
    WeekdaysFridaySaturdayHolidays

    Pricing

    Fare & Payment

    Accepted payment methods and fare details for the X88 Bus Route: Abu Dhabi to Ruwais

    AED35

    Standard One-Way Fare

    ✅Hafilat Card; Cash
    ✅Hafilat Card
    ✅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
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    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 X88 Bus Route: Abu Dhabi to Ruwais

    Around the Route

    Nearby Places & Landmarks

    Things to see and do near key stops on the X88 Bus Route: Abu Dhabi to Ruwais

    1Abu Dhabi Bus Station

    Abu Dhabi City Centre & Al Wahda

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    Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station
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    Al Wahda Mall
    3Al Dhannah ADNOC Bus Station (Ruwais)

    Ruwais ADNOC City & Industrial Zone

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    Ruwais ADNOC City
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    Ruwais Mall
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    Al Dhafra industrial area

    Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The X88 is a regional express bus from Abu Dhabi to Ruwais ADNOC city in the Al Dhafra region. Operated by ITC (DARB).

    Approximately AED 35 one-way. Hafilat Card or cash.

    3 to 4 hours covering approximately 240 km with 5 stops.

    4 to 6 trips per day. Check DARB app for exact schedule.

    Tarif, Al Sila, Ghayathi, and Ruwais ADNOC, the UAE major oil and gas industrial hub.

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