Transport Costs in United Arab Emirates
Daily transport budget: $11–$25 per person using public transit. Here's what getting around costs.
Budget
$11
per day
Public transit, walking
Mid-range
$25
per day
Mix of transit, occasional taxi
Luxury
$55
per day
Taxis, private transfers, car rental
What Transport Costs
Dubai Metro single trip$1-3
Nol day pass$6
Taxi (per km)$0.50
Abu Dhabi-Dubai bus$6
10-Day Transport Cost
Budget
$110
Mid-range
$250
Luxury
$550
Transport Tips
- ✓ Buy multi-day transit passes if available — they almost always save money
- ✓ Walking is free and the best way to discover neighborhoods
- ✓ Book intercity trains in advance for the best fares
- ✓ Use ride-sharing apps (Uber, Bolt, Grab) instead of street taxis for fair pricing
- ✓ Use the Dubai Metro and public buses instead of taxis for 80% transport savings.