Dubai RTA: 7.6M Eid Al Adha Passengers
- Dubai experienced a significant increase in public transport usage during the Eid al-Adha holiday, marking a 14% rise compared to the same period last year.
- The Dubai Metro's red and green lines were particularly popular, serving 2.786 million passengers.
- Taxis remained a vital component of Dubai's transport ecosystem, carrying 2.196 million riders.
Dubai’s public transport network saw a remarkable surge in ridership during the Eid al-Adha holiday, experiencing a 14% increase. The metro, buses, trams, marine transport adn taxis collectively facilitated the movement of millions across the city. Notably,the Dubai metro’s red and green lines,served nearly 2.8 million passengers.Buses carried over 1.6 million, while taxis also played a vital role. Marine transport and trams also proved popular. News Directory 3 reports that the Eid al-Adha holiday underscored the vital function of the overall public transport infrastructure. The focus ahead includes accomodating the rise in demand and improving efficiency for commuters. Discover what’s next in Dubai’s evolving transport landscape.
Dubai Public Transport Sees Surge During Eid al-Adha Holiday
updated June 10, 2025
Dubai experienced a significant increase in public transport usage during the Eid al-Adha holiday, marking a 14% rise compared to the same period last year. The Dubai public transport network, encompassing metro, bus, tram, and marine options, saw a substantial boost in ridership.
The Dubai Metro‘s red and green lines were particularly popular, serving 2.786 million passengers. Public buses transported 1.663 million riders, while the tram system accommodated 119,917 passengers.Marine transport options also saw considerable use, with 307,684 passengers recorded.
Taxis remained a vital component of Dubai’s transport ecosystem, carrying 2.196 million riders. Shared transportation vehicles also played a role,serving 504,159 passengers during the holiday period. The Eid al-Adha holiday highlighted the importance of Dubai public transport in facilitating movement across the city.
What’s next
Future transport strategies will likely focus on accommodating this growing demand and further enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of Dubai’s public transport network.