Dubai’s public transport system continues to set new benchmarks in efficiency and use. According to The Rhodes and Transport Authority (RTA), average 2.18 million passengers rely on public transport during the first half of 2025, marking a significant increase from 1.98 million during the same period in 2024.
This highlights the city’s commitment to provide durable, skilled and world -class transport options for influential development residents and visitors.
Comprehensive transport network driving growth
The data includes all major transport modes under the RTA umbrella:
Dubai Metro – Offering the backbone, sharp and reliable service of the city’s transit system.
Dubai tram – adding major urban areas for spontaneous mobility.
Public Buses – Serving hundreds of routes across the city.
Marine Transport – Which includes water taxes and ghats with waterways of Dubai.
Covering taxi and shared dynamics-riding taxis and modern ride-hyling options such as app-based vehicles, per hour fare and on-demand buses.
This diverse network ensures that residents and visitors can easily travel to the city without relying on private cars, supporting Dubai’s vision for a smart and durable future.
Why increase the use of public transport?
Many factors have contributed to an increase in ridership:
Extension of Dubai Metro and Tram Network.
Integration of buses, marine transport and shared mobility options.
Easy and rapid commuting, increasing digital booking and payment systems.
RTA focus on green mobility initiative to reduce carbon emissions.
