The 14 is a handy cross-town bus for Oud Metha, Karama and Satwa. It links Oud Metha Bus Station with Safa Terminus. This guide gives you the 14 bus timings Dubai travellers ask for most. It covers the first bus, the last bus, the gaps between buses and the fare. The route passes through Karama and Satwa and ends near Business Bay. It suits workers, students and anyone heading to the Safa area. Check the S’hail app or rta.ae on the day because RTA changes times by day and season.
Route overview
Route 14 is a standard urban route run by the RTA. It starts at Oud Metha Bus Station beside Oud Metha Metro Station on the Green Line. From there it runs past Al Wasl University and the Central Post Office. Then it passes through Karama and into Satwa. The bus stops at Satwa Square and Satwa Masjid. Then it runs along Wasl Road past Jumeirah Post Office and the DEWA customer centre. The bus ends at Safa Terminus near Sheikh Zayed Road. Moovit lists 23 to 27 stops in each direction. The full trip takes about 58 minutes in normal traffic. The 14 bus timings Dubai route runs every day of the week. Many riders use the 14 for work in Karama and Satwa and for the metro link at Business Bay. For other city routes, see our Dubai bus timings hub.
First bus and last bus
The first bus leaves Oud Metha at about 5:00 AM on most days. The last bus from Oud Metha leaves at about 11:30 PM. In the other direction the first bus leaves Safa Terminus at about 5:00 AM and the last bus leaves at about 11:30 PM. These 14 bus timings Dubai figures are typical ranges from the hub table. Moovit lists the route at 05:00 to 23:40. The two sources agree on the first bus. The last bus differs by about 10 minutes. Treat the times as a guide and check S’hail on the day. Do not plan a very early trip 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.
How often does it run
The 14 runs about every 25 minutes on most days. That figure comes from the Transit app listing for this route. The gap stays close to the same through most of the day. Morning and evening rush can stretch the gap because the Karama and Satwa roads slow down. The bus fills up around Satwa Square in the morning. If the first bus that comes is full, the next one follows in about 25 minutes. On Friday the service runs on a slightly later pattern. Check live times in S’hail first.
Main stops
Oud Metha Bus Station is the Oud Metha terminus. It sits beside Oud Metha Metro Station on the Green Line. The bus passes Umm Hurair Road and Al Wasl University. Then it stops at the Central Post Office and the Karama Municipality Center. The bus runs into Satwa. The Satwa Masjid stop and the Satwa Square stop serve the heart of the district. Then the bus turns onto Wasl Road. The Jumeirah Post Office stop and the Al Wasl 13th Street stop follow. The DEWA Al Wasl Customer Happiness Center stop serves the utility offices. Then the bus passes Safa Safest Way and the Lufthansa stop. The bus ends at Safa Terminus. Business Bay Metro Bus Stop Seaside sits close by. Use the S’hail app to find the stop nearest your hotel or 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 Oud Metha to Safa trip covers two zones. Expect to pay about AED 5 for the full trip. Shorter trips cost about AED 3 for one zone. Top up at a metro station, a bus station kiosk or through the RTA app.
How to reach / connections
The 14 connects with the metro at both ends. Oud Metha Metro Station on the Green Line sits beside the bus station at the start. At the Safa end, Business Bay Metro Station on the Red Line sits a short walk from Safa Terminus. From Business Bay you can ride the Red Line to Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and the Marina. For the mall trip, see our Dubai Mall guide. The Green Line from Oud Metha takes you to Union, Al Fahidi and the Creek. The bus also passes ADCB Metro on the Red Line near the Satwa stretch. At the Safa end the bus is the only public transport into the quiet Safa streets. From the last stop you walk to your building or take a taxi for the last stretch. If you travel at prayer times, our Prayer Time UAE page helps you plan the day around them.
FAQs
What are the 14 bus timings Dubai visitors need first?
The first bus leaves Oud Metha at about 5:00 AM on most days and the last bus leaves at about 11:30 PM. The same range applies from Safa Terminus. Check S’hail or rta.ae on the day because RTA changes times by day and season.
How often does the 14 bus run?
The 14 runs about every 25 minutes on most days. The gap can stretch in the morning and evening rush when the Karama and Satwa roads slow down.
How long does the 14 bus take from Oud Metha to Safa?
Allow about 58 minutes for the full trip in normal traffic. Evening rush in Karama and Satwa can add 15 minutes or more.
How much is the fare on the 14 bus?
A full two-zone trip costs about AED 5 with a Nol card. Shorter trips cost about AED 3 for one zone. You cannot pay cash on board.
Does the 14 bus run on Friday?
Yes, the 14 bus timings Dubai listings show service every day including Friday. The first buses run a little later on Friday. Check the live time in S’hail before you travel.
