If you travel between Sharjah and Dubai by bus, you will almost certainly pass through one place. Jubail Bus Station is Sharjah’s main bus terminal. It stands in the Al Jubail district on the Sharjah Corniche, close to the Central Souq and Khalid Lagoon. Every morning thousands of workers, students and shoppers board buses here. The station links Sharjah with Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and even Oman. It also serves the bus to Sharjah International Airport.
This guide covers the location, the Dubai routes, the intercity routes, the timings, the fares and the two travel cards you must understand before you board. It also flags the facts that sources disagree on.
What Is This Station?
Al Jubail Terminal is the central bus station of Sharjah. The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) manages it. The terminal covers about five acres and it holds around ten platforms for local, intercity and international buses. Dubai’s RTA intercity buses leave from here, and so do SRTA buses to Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and the east coast.
At a Glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Corniche Street, Al Jubail, Sharjah |
| Operator | Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) |
| Hours | About 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM daily |
| Destinations | Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Khorfakkan |
| Payment | Nol card for Dubai buses, Sayer card or cash for Sharjah buses |
Where Is the Station and How Do You Get There?
The station stands on Corniche Street in the Al Jubail district, in the Hay Al Qasimiah area of Sharjah. It sits close to the Corniche waterfront and a short walk from the Central Souq, known as the Blue Souk.
From Inside Sharjah
Most Sharjah city buses pass through the station. Routes from Al Rolla Terminal, Sahara Centre and Muwaileh stop here. Do not confuse the station with the Jubail Fish Market bus stop. It stands only a short walk away.
From Dubai
There is no metro station in Sharjah. You cannot take a train to the station. Take an RTA intercity bus from Dubai instead. The E303 leaves from Union Bus Station in Deira, the E306 from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station in Bur Dubai and the E307 from Deira City Centre Bus Station. All three end at the station. If you are heading into Dubai for the day, see our list of Things to Do in Dubai.
From Sharjah Airport
Bus 99 runs from Sharjah International Airport directly to the station. It leaves every 17 to 25 minutes. The ride costs about AED 9 in cash or AED 7 on a Sayer card.
Jubail Bus Station Timings
The station opens at about 5:00 AM and the last buses leave at about 11:30 PM. Most guides agree on those hours. A few guides list midnight instead, so treat 11:30 PM as the safe last-bus time. Timings change on weekends, on public holidays and during Ramadan. Mornings before 6:30 AM are the quietest time to travel, while the evening rush between 5:00 and 7:00 PM is the busiest.
First and Last Buses
The first Dubai buses leave at about 5:00 AM. The E306 to Al Ghubaiba is usually the earliest. The E303 to Union and the E307 to Deira City Centre follow at about 5:00 to 5:30 AM. The last Dubai buses leave at about 10:50 to 11:30 PM.
How Often Do Buses Run?
Dubai buses run every 20 to 30 minutes for most of the day. They run more often in the rush hours, roughly every 15 to 20 minutes between 7:00 and 9:00 AM and between 5:00 and 7:00 PM. Midday buses run every 30 to 45 minutes. Intercity buses to Abu Dhabi and the northern emirates run less often.
Dubai Routes from the Station
Three main RTA routes link the station with Dubai, plus a few extra services. All of them are run by Dubai’s RTA and all of them need a Nol card. No cash is accepted. The fare is about AED 10 to 12 per trip, though sources disagree on the exact fare for some routes.
| Route | Dubai Destination | First Bus | Last Bus | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E303 | Union Bus Station, Deira | About 5:00 AM | About 11:30 PM | AED 12 |
| E306 | Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, Bur Dubai | About 5:00 AM | About 11:00 PM | AED 10–12 |
| E307 | Deira City Centre Bus Station | About 5:00 AM | About 10:50 PM | AED 10–12 |
| E307A | Abu Hail Metro Station | About 5:30 AM | About 9:55 PM | AED 10 |
| E315 | Etisalat Metro Station | About 5:15 AM | About 11:15 PM | AED 10 |
| E304 | Satwa Bus Station | About 5:27 AM | About 10:05 PM | AED 12 |
The E303 is the best choice if you want the metro, because Union is a Red and Green Line interchange. The E306 suits Bur Dubai and the old city. The E307 suits Deira City Centre and the airport area. From Union Metro Station you can ride the Red Line to Dubai Mall in about 20 minutes.
Intercity Routes to Other Emirates
The station is more than a Dubai link. Buses leave from Jubail Bus Station for almost every other emirate. Buy tickets at the counters inside the station and confirm the figures below, because fares and times change.
| Route | Destination | Travel Time | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 117 / 117G | Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station | About 2.5–3 hours | AED 30–35 |
| 115G | Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra | About 1.5–2 hours | About AED 27 |
| 116G | Al Ain Central Bus Station | About 2–3 hours | About AED 35 |
| 116 | Khorfakkan Bus Station | About 2 hours | AED 33–40 |
| E700 | Fujairah | About 2.5 hours | Check at counter |
| E400 | Ajman, Al Musalla | About 35 minutes | About AED 15 |
The Abu Dhabi bus is the one to watch for fare confusion. Sources list AED 25, AED 30 and AED 35 for the same journey. Buy your ticket at the counter and check the price before you board. International buses also leave from the station, with guides listing services to Oman and toward Saudi Arabia.
Local Sharjah Routes from the Station
Most Sharjah city buses start at Al Rolla Terminal rather than here, but several routes stop at the station on their way across the city.
| Route | Destination | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rolla to Sahara Centre | Via Al Nahda and the industrial areas |
| 3 | Rolla to Safari Mall, Muwaileh | Via the industrial areas |
| 9 | Rolla to Sahara Mall | Via Al Taawun |
| 14 | Al Sharq to Sharjah Airport | Via Al Rolla |
| 14X | Rolla to Muwaileh | Express service |
| 99 | Sharjah International Airport | Direct, every 17–25 minutes |
Local Sharjah buses work on a different payment system from the Dubai buses. You pay with a Sayer card or with cash. A local trip costs about AED 6 on a Sayer card or AED 8 in cash. The card itself costs a one-time fee of about AED 5.
Fares and How to Pay
The two-card system confuses first-time visitors. Dubai buses and Sharjah buses use different cards.
Nol card: You need a Nol card for every RTA bus to Dubai (E303, E306, E307 and the rest). Cash is not accepted. Buy one at a Dubai metro station and top it up before you travel. Keep at least AED 12 on the card for a Sharjah to Dubai trip.
Sayer card: You need a Sayer card, also called the Sharjah smart card, for SRTA buses inside Sharjah and for intercity SRTA routes. It gives you a discount over cash. Local trips cost about AED 6 on the card against AED 8 in cash. The airport bus costs about AED 7 against AED 9 in cash. Buy and recharge the card at the station counters.
Cash: Cash works on Sharjah city buses and on some SRTA intercity routes, where you can buy a paper ticket at the counter. Cash does not work on Dubai RTA buses. If you travel from Dubai to Sharjah, you pay with Nol on the way out and with Sayer or cash on the way back.
| Trip | Payment | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Sharjah city bus | Sayer or cash | AED 6 (Sayer) / AED 8 (cash) |
| Sharjah to Dubai | Nol only | AED 10–12 |
| Sharjah to Abu Dhabi | Ticket at counter | AED 30–35 |
| Sharjah to Ajman | Ticket at counter | About AED 15 |
| Sharjah to Ras Al Khaimah | Ticket at counter | About AED 27 |
| Airport bus 99 | Sayer or cash | AED 7 (Sayer) / AED 9 (cash) |
Facilities Inside the Station
The station is a proper terminal, not just a row of bus stops. The waiting halls are air-conditioned, which matters in the Sharjah summer. Ticket counters and self-service kiosks sit in the main hall. Separate prayer rooms serve men and women.
You will also find a cafe, snack machines, small shops, an ATM and card recharge machines. Paid parking is available. Taxis wait outside the main entrance. Platforms are separated by route, which keeps the queues shorter. Check the departure board when you arrive, because platform numbers change.
Jubail Bus Station vs Al Rolla: Which Sharjah Station Do You Need?
Sharjah has two main bus terminals and visitors often mix them up. The station on the Corniche is the big intercity terminal. Al Rolla Bus Station, also called Rolla Terminal, is a cluster of stops around Rolla Square and Rolla Park.
Use the Corniche station if you travel to another emirate. Dubai buses, Abu Dhabi buses and the northern emirates buses all leave from there. Use Al Rolla if you travel inside Sharjah, because most city routes start and end there. A third terminal, Al Muwaileh, serves Muwaileh and University City. If a route number starts with E, it is an intercity RTA route and it almost always starts at the Corniche station. A plain number like 1, 3 or 14 is a Sharjah city route and it usually starts at Rolla.
A few tips will make your trip smoother. Arrive at Jubail Bus Station 15 minutes early for intercity buses, since they leave on time and the ticket queue can be slow. Top up your Nol card before you reach the station, because Dubai buses take no cash. Keep your Sayer card separate from your Nol card so you tap the right one.
If you arrive in Dubai in the evening, pair your trip with an evening out. Global Village Dubai runs seasonally and it makes a good full-evening stop after a day in Sharjah. Dubai Frame sits in Zabeel Park and it is an easy metro ride from Union.
FAQs
Where is Jubail Bus Station located?
The station stands on Corniche Street in the Al Jubail district of Sharjah. It sits close to the Corniche waterfront and a short walk from the Central Souq (Blue Souk).
What time does the first and last bus leave the station?
The station opens at about 5:00 AM. The first Dubai buses leave at about 5:00 AM and the last leave at about 10:50 to 11:30 PM. A few guides list midnight instead, so treat 11:30 PM as the safe last-bus time.
Which bus goes from Jubail Bus Station to Dubai?
Three main RTA routes run to Dubai. The E303 goes to Union Bus Station in Deira, the E306 to Al Ghubaiba Bus Station in Bur Dubai and the E307 to Deira City Centre Bus Station. Extra services include the E307A to Abu Hail Metro Station and the E315 to Etisalat Metro Station.
Can I use a Nol card at the station?
Yes, but only on the Dubai RTA buses. You need a Nol card for the E303, E306 and E307. For Sharjah city buses and SRTA intercity routes you need a Sayer card or cash instead.
How do I get to Sharjah Airport from the station?
Take bus 99 from the station to Sharjah International Airport. It runs every 17 to 25 minutes and costs about AED 9 in cash or AED 7 on a Sayer card.
Is there a direct bus from Jubail Bus Station to Abu Dhabi?
Yes. SRTA bus 117, also listed as 117G in the reverse direction, runs from the station to Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station. The trip takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. Sources list AED 25, AED 30 and AED 35.
