F28 Bus Timetable: RTA Bus Schedule, Route, Fares, Timings
The F28 is an RTA feeder bus that runs from Emirates Towers Metro Station through Al Wasl and Satwa and back via World Trade Centre Metro Station. It is a quick, cheap link between the Red Line and the Satwa area.
This guide covers the F28 timetable, stops, fare and how to pay.
RTA F28 Bus Timetable
Here are the regular F28 timings for each day of the week. Services can change during Ramadan and on public holidays, so check the S’hail app before you travel.
| Day | Timetable |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 7:29AM to 11:48PM |
| Monday | 4:27AM to 11:50PM |
| Tuesday | 4:27AM to 11:50PM |
| Wednesday | 4:27AM to 11:50PM |
| Thursday | 4:27AM to 11:50PM |
| Friday | 4:27AM to 12:49AM next day |
| Saturday | 4:28AM to 11:50PM |
F28 Bus Timings and Frequency
In the regular timetable, the first bus leaves Emirates Towers Metro Bus Stop at around 4:27 AM and the last at around 11:50 PM, with later service on Fridays and a later start on Sundays. One loop takes about 20 to 30 minutes, and buses run roughly every 20 to 25 minutes.
RTA F28 Bus Route and Map
The F28 starts and ends at Emirates Towers Metro Bus Stop (Seaside) and has 13 stops on its loop, including Satwa and Trade Centre Metro Station:
- Emirates Tower Metro Bus Stop Seaside
- Rostamani Tower
- Wasl, Masjid
- Wasl, School
- Khadri Masjid
- Satwa, Square
- Satwa, Masjid 2
- Satwa, Post Office
- Satwa, Roundabout
- Trade Center Metro Bus Stop
- White Crown Tower
- Durrah Tower
- Emirates Tower Metro Bus Stop Seaside
F28 Bus Fare and How to Pay
The F28 fare is usually AED 3 one way with a Nol Silver card. Fares on Dubai buses are based on Nol zones: with a Nol Silver card, a trip within one zone costs AED 3, two zones cost AED 5 and more than two zones cost AED 7.50. Students and senior citizens with a personal Blue card pay less, and children aged 5 and under travel free.
- Tap your Nol card when you get on and again when you get off.
- Cash and bank cards are not accepted on board.
- Recharge your Nol card at any metro station or ticket machine before you travel.
F28 Distance and Travel Time
The loop is about 6 km long and takes 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic. Emirates Towers Metro Station is on the Dubai Metro Red Line, and you can read more in our Emirates Towers Metro Station guide.
F28 Bus Facilities
- Air-conditioned buses
- Seats reserved for women at the front of the bus
- Priority seats for senior citizens and people of determination
- Next-stop display screens on many buses
- Space for small bags and shopping
Facilities can vary from one bus to another. Check the RTA S’hail app for live timings.
Nearby Red Line feeders include the F13 from Dubai Mall Metro Station and the F20 from Business Bay Metro Station.
RTA Customer Care contact
- Toll-Free (Within UAE): 800 90 90
- International Hotline: +971 4 605 1414
- WhatsApp Support: +971 58 800 9090
- Email Assistance: ASK@rta.ae
- Chat with Mahboub Chatbot: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the F28 bus fare?
The fare is usually AED 3 one way with a Nol Silver card. Cash is not accepted.
Does the f28 bus also have a stop at White Crown Tower?
Yes, the bus has a stop at White Crown Tower station.
Final Verdicts
The F28 is a short, cheap loop that links Emirates Towers and World Trade Centre metro stations with Al Wasl and Satwa. For AED 3 it saves a long walk in the heat. Keep your Nol card topped up and check the S’hail app for live timings.
