X22 Bus Timings: RTA Bus Route Al Qusais Industrial Area to Business Bay
The X22 is an RTA express bus that links Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 with Business Bay Metro Station. It is mainly used by commuters travelling between the Al Qusais industrial area and offices around Business Bay and the Red Line.
In this post, we have provided complete details on the X22 bus route & map, its timings, and fares with a payment method using which you can pay the ticket amount.
X22 Bus Timings and Frequency
The X22 bus timings are again different from Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus to Business Bay Metro Landside and from Business Bay Metro Landside to Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus. The timings and frequency in detail is given down in this section:
X22 Bus Timings from Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus to Business Bay Metro Landside
- The first bus leaves Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus at around 6:00 AM and reaches Business Bay Metro Station at around 7:17 AM, so a one-way trip takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
- The last bus starts its travel from Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus at 07:55PM and it reaches to the last station Business Bay Metro Landside around 09:12PM.
The complete timetable for each day of the week is given below in this section:
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:00AM to 07:55PM |
| Tuesday | 06:00AM to 07:55PM |
| Wednesday | 06:00AM to 07:55PM |
| Thursday | 06:00AM to 07:55PM |
| Friday | 06:00AM to 07:55PM |
| Saturday | 06:00AM to 07:30PM |
| Sunday | Not Available |
Note: The bus timings are same from Monday to Friday, these are different on Saturday and the bus is not available on Sunday.
Frequency:
If we talk about the frequency of the bus from Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus to Business Bay Metro Landside, it’s a bit difficult to understand as compare to other buses. Here is the complete detail:
In the morning rush, buses from Al Qusais run roughly every 8 to 12 minutes.
In the evening, buses run roughly every 11 to 20 minutes.
X22 Bus Timings from Business Bay Metro Landside to Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus
- The very first bus starts its travel from Business Bay Metro Landside at 06:40AM in the early morning and it reaches to the last station i.e. Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus at the 07:44AM.
- The last bus starts its travel Business Bay Metro Landside at 07:58PM and it reaches to the last station i.e. Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus at 09:10PM.
The complete timetable for each day of the week is given below in detail:
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:40AM to 07:58PM |
| Tuesday | 06:40AM to 07:58PM |
| Wednesday | 06:40AM to 07:58PM |
| Thursday | 06:40AM to 07:58PM |
| Friday | 06:55AM to 07:50PM |
| Saturday | 07:00AM to 07:30PM |
| Sunday | Not Available |
Note: The bus timings are same from Monday to Thursday. The timings are different for the Friday and Saturday. And the bus is not available on the Sunday.
Frequency:
The frequency of the bus Business Bay Metro Landside to Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus is different and is given as follows:
The bus frequency in the morning is 20 to 25 minutes. Its mean that if you miss a bus at a specific location, you have to wait for 20 to 25 minutes.
The bus frequency is 12 to 17 minutes in the evening. When you arrive late at the specific stop, then you have to wait for 12 to 17 minutes to find the next bus at the same stop.
The X22 does not run on Sundays, and the last buses leave around 8 PM, as it is a commuter service. In May 2024, RTA removed some short-distance stops from its express lines, including this route, to cut journey times. Check the current stop list in the S’hail app before you travel.
X22 Bus Route and Map
If we talk about the X22 bus routes and map, it is important to know that the bus stations are different when moving from the Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus to Business Bay Metro Landside in Dubai and vice versa.
X22 Bus Route and Station from Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus to Business Bay Metro Landside:
When this bus moves from Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus with Business Bay Metro Landside in Dubai, there are 24 stations and stops on its way. These stops are given below in a sequenced way:
- Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus
- MAN Motors
- Al Qusais, Public Transport Depot
- Dubai Carmel School
- Sahara Center
- Al Nahda 1, Terminus 2
- Al Nahda 1, Burj Al Noor
- Al Nahda 1, Terminus 1
- NMC Hospital
- Novotel Hotel Stop
- Damac Park Tower
- The Dubai Mall
- Dubai Fountain Street
- Bay Square
- Canal Views Hotel Apartments
- Coral Tower
- Empire Heights Towers
- RBC Tower 2
- Fairview Residency
- Mayfair Residency
- U BORA Tower
- XL Tower
- Lillian Tower
- Business Bay Metro Bus Stop Landside
X22 Bus Route and Station from Business Bay Metro Landside to Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus:
The number of stops which this bus covers from Business Bay Metro Landside to Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus is 17 in total. The name of these stops in a sequenced way are given below:
- Business Bay Metro Bus Stop Landside
- Lillian Tower
- XL Tower
- U BORA Tower
- Mayfair Residency
- Fairview Residency
- Empire Heights Towers
- Coral Tower
- Canal Views Hotel Apartments
- Bay Square
- Dubai Fountain Street
- Damac Park Tower
- Emirates Tower 2
- Al Nahda 1, Terminus 1
- Dubai Carmel School
- Al Qusais, Public Transport Depot
- Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 Terminus
X22 Bus Fare and How to Pay
The X22 crosses several zones, so a full trip usually costs AED 5 to 7.50 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.
X22 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.
Other RTA express routes include the X13 (Lulu Village to Satwa), X23 (International City to Al Ghubaiba), X25 (Al Karama to Silicon Oasis) and X28 (Lulu Village to Agora Mall). The C26 also serves the Al Qusais Industrial Area, running to Al Wasl Park via Karama and Satwa.
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
Commuters from Al Qusais can also use the 13D bus to the Gold Souq.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the X22 bus available on Sunday?
No, the X22 bus is not available on Sunday. This bus is available on all other days of the week except Sunday.
What are the operating hours for the X22 bus?
The operating hours for the X22 bus are from 06:00 AM to around 08:00 PM. These hours are from Monday to Saturday and this bus is not available on Sunday.
Does the X22 bus have an air conditioning system?
Yes, this bus has an air conditioning system and the seats are fully comfortable.
Conclusion
The X22 is a fast weekday commuter link between Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 and Business Bay Metro Station. Remember that it does not run on Sundays and finishes early in the evening. Keep your Nol card topped up and check the S’hail app for live timings.
