The 91 is a long cross-city bus that links old Dubai with the Jebel Ali industrial area. It runs from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station in Bur Dubai to Jebel Ali Bus Station near the free zone. This guide gives you the 91 bus timings Dubai travellers ask for most. It covers the first bus, the last bus, the gaps between buses and the fare. The route covers about 34 kilometres and takes about 62 minutes in normal traffic. It suits Jebel Ali Free Zone workers and residents who travel between Bur Dubai and the far end of Sheikh Zayed Road. Check the S’hail app or rta.ae on the day because RTA changes times by day and season.
Route overview
Route 91 is a standard urban route run by the RTA. It starts at Al Ghubaiba Bus Station beside Al Ghubaiba Metro Station on the Green Line. From there it runs through Bur Dubai past Raffa and Rolla. Then it passes Sharaf DG Metro and BurJuman Metro. After that it joins Sheikh Zayed Road and runs south past the Jebel Ali Free Zone gates. The bus passes the free zone main gate, the roundabouts, the Sony and Nafco sites and the staff quarters. It ends at Jebel Ali Bus Station. Moovit lists 25 stops in one direction and 24 in the other. The full trip takes about 62 to 63 minutes in normal traffic. The 91 bus timings Dubai route runs every day of the week. For other city routes, see our Dubai bus timings hub.
First bus and last bus
The first bus leaves Al Ghubaiba at about 5:00 AM on most days in the hub table. The last bus leaves at about 11:30 PM. Moovit lists shorter hours. Its timetable shows about 5:40 AM to 10:00 PM from Monday to Thursday and Sunday. Friday runs from about 6:00 AM to 10:05 PM. Saturday runs from about 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The two sources do not agree on the last bus. One guide lists a first bus from Al Ghubaiba at 5:20 AM and a last bus at 10:00 PM. Treat the hub times as a guide and check S’hail on the day. Do not plan a very early shift without a live check. If you travel late at night, aim for the bus before the last one. A delay can leave you with no ride back to Bur Dubai.
How often does it run
The 91 runs about every 20 to 30 minutes on most days. Friday runs a little tighter at about 15 to 30 minutes. Saturday runs a little wider at about 26 to 33 minutes. Morning rush fills the bus at Al Ghubaiba and Sharaf DG. Evening rush fills it at the free zone gates. If the first bus that comes is full, the next one follows in about 20 minutes. On Friday the service starts a little later. Check live times in S’hail first.
Main stops
Al Ghubaiba Bus Station is the Bur Dubai terminus. It sits beside Al Ghubaiba Metro Station on the Green Line. The bus passes Raffa and Rolla in old Bur Dubai. Then it stops at Sharaf DG Metro and BurJuman Metro. After that it runs along Sheikh Zayed Road with few stops. The bus enters the Jebel Ali Free Zone at the main gate. It passes Roundabout 5, Roundabout 6 and Roundabout 8. It passes the Sony, Nafco and Kanoo Group sites. It passes the staff quarters and Gulf Denims. Then it ends at Jebel Ali Bus Station. Use the S’hail app to find the stop nearest your workplace.
Fare and Nol card
You pay with a Nol card on every Dubai RTA bus. You cannot pay with cash on board. Tap your card on the reader when you board. Tap again when you get off so the system charges the right zone fare. The standard Nol bus fare is about AED 3 for one zone, AED 5 for two zones and AED 7.50 for three zones. The full Al Ghubaiba to Jebel Ali trip crosses three zones. Expect to pay about AED 7.50 for the full trip. One guide lists a fare of AED 7 to 12 for this route. That figure conflicts with the zone cap of AED 7.50. Treat AED 7.50 as the safest figure and check the reader when you tap out. Top up at a metro station, a bus station kiosk or through the RTA app.
How to reach / connections
The 91 connects with the metro at three points in Bur Dubai. Al Ghubaiba Metro Station on the Green Line sits beside the bus station at the start. Sharaf DG Metro Station and BurJuman Metro Station sit on the route too. From BurJuman you can ride the Red Line to Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and the Marina. The Green Line takes you to Union, Al Fahidi and the Creek. At the Jebel Ali end you can change to local shuttles into the free zone and the industrial areas. If you travel at prayer times, our Prayer Time UAE page helps you plan the day around them.
FAQs
What are the 91 bus timings Dubai workers need first?
The first bus leaves Al Ghubaiba at about 5:00 AM on most days in the hub table and the last bus leaves at about 11:30 PM. Moovit lists shorter hours at about 5:40 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays. Check S’hail or rta.ae on the day because RTA changes times by day and season.
How often does the 91 bus run?
The 91 runs about every 20 to 30 minutes on most days. Friday runs about every 15 to 30 minutes. Saturday runs about every 26 to 33 minutes.
How long does the 91 bus take from Al Ghubaiba to Jebel Ali?
Allow about 62 minutes for the full trip in normal traffic. Evening rush on Sheikh Zayed Road can add 15 minutes or more.
How much is the fare on the 91 bus?
A full trip costs about AED 7.50 with a Nol card because the route crosses three zones. You cannot pay cash on board.
Does the 91 bus run on Friday?
Yes, the 91 bus timings Dubai listings show service every day including Friday. Friday runs from about 6:00 AM to 10:05 PM. Check the live time in S’hail before you travel.
