X25 Bus Timetable – Bus Route, Station List and Bus Fares
The X25 is an RTA express bus that connects Al Karama with Oud Metha, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai Academic City and the Dubai Outsource City area. This guide covers the X25 timings, route, stops, fare and facilities.
X25 Bus Timings
The X25 bus service starts early morning and runs till late at night. It is active all 7 days of the week, including weekends.
Bus Timings From Al Karama Bus Station
- First bus: starts about 6:00 AM and arrives at Dubai Outsource City at 7:33 AM
- Last bus: starts about 11:00 PM and arrives at 12:14 AM (next day)
- Frequency: every 20–25 minutes
Bus Timings From Dubai Outsource City, Royal Bank of Scotland
- First bus: starts about 6:02 AM and arrives at Al Karama at 7:37 AM
- Last bus: starts about 11:15 PM and arrives at 12:32 AM (next day)
- Frequency: every 20–25 minutes
X25 Bus Updated Timetable
| Day | From Al Karama | From Dubai Outsource City |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM | 6:02 AM – 11:15 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM | 6:02 AM – 11:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM | 6:02 AM – 11:15 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM | 6:02 AM – 11:15 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM | 6:02 AM – 11:15 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM | 6:00 AM – 11:19 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30 AM – 11:30 PM | 6:51 AM – 10:50 PM |
X25 Bus Route
The route starts at Al Karama Bus Station and runs via BurJuman, Oud Metha and Silicon Oasis towards Dubai Academic City and Dubai Outsource City. Some recent RTA lists show the X25 ending at Silicon Oasis HQ, so check in the S’hail app whether your bus continues to Outsource City. 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.
X25 Bus Route Station List
The X25 bus route covers multiple stations, including BurJuman Metro, Silicon Oasis, and Dubai Academic City. Knowing the station list helps you plan your journey more effectively.
From Al Karama Bus Station (26 stops):
- Al Karama Bus Station
- Karama 1
- Karama 2
- Schools Health Center
- Karama, Dubai Municipality Center
- Centre Point Shopping Centre
- BurJuman Metro Bus Stop 2
- BurJuman Metro Bus Stop C
- Oud Metha Metro Bus Stop
- Oud Metha Road 2
- Silicon Oasis Headquarters 2
- Silicon Oasis Silicon Park
- Silicon Oasis Avenue Mall
- Silicon Oasis Al Waha Masjid
- Silicon Oasis Arch Building
- Silicon Oasis SP Oasis
- Silicon Oasis Palace Tower
- Silicon Oasis SIT Tower
- Silicon Oasis North Park
- Silicon Oasis Masjid
- Axis 3 Residence
- Dubai Academic City 3
- Dubai Outsource City, Amity University Dubai
- Dubai Outsource City, DIAC Homes
- Dubai Outsource City, Arab Company
- Dubai Outsource City, Royal Bank of Scotland
From Dubai Outsource City, Royal Bank of Scotland (27 stops):
- Dubai Outsource City, Royal Bank of Scotland
- Dubai Outsource City, Arab Company
- Dubai Outsource City, Amity University Dubai
- Dubai Academic City 2
- Axis 4 Residence
- Silicon Oasis Masjid
- Silicon Oasis North Park
- Silicon Oasis SIT Tower
- Silicon Oasis Palace Tower
- Silicon Oasis SP Oasis
- Silicon Oasis Arch Building
- Silicon Oasis Al Waha Masjid
- Silicon Oasis Avenue Mall
- Silicon Oasis RAK Bank Headquarters
- Silicon Oasis Silicon Park
- Silicon Oasis Lagoon
- Silicon Oasis High Bay
- Silicon Oasis Headquarters 1
- Vegetable Market
- Oud Metha Road 2
- Oud Metha Metro Bus Stop
- BurJuman Metro Bus Stop 2
- Karama, Dubai Municipality Center
- Schools Health Center
- Karama 2
- Karama 1
- Al Karama Bus Station
X25 Bus Fare and How to Pay
A full X25 trip usually costs about AED 5 one way with a Nol Silver card, and the fare can be higher if your trip crosses more zones. 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.
X25 Bus Road Distance and Trip Duration
The X25 bus covers a distance of 25 km from Al Karama to Dubai Outsource City.
- Daytime travel time: ~1 hour 30 minutes
- Night travel time: ~1 hour 15 minutes (due to lighter traffic)
X25 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), X22 (Al Qusais to Business Bay), X23 (International City to Al Ghubaiba) and X28 (Lulu Village to Agora Mall).
RTA Customer Care Information
If you have any queries or complaints about the X25 bus timetable, route, or fare, you can contact RTA through the following channels:
- Toll-Free (UAE): 800 90 90
- International: +971 4 605 1414
- WhatsApp: +971 58 800 9090
- Email: ASK@rta.ae
- Chatbot: Available on the RTA official website
Before boarding, check your Nol card balance.
FAQs
Conclusion
The X25 bus route connects Al Karama to Dubai Outsource City with multiple stops at BurJuman, Oud Metha, and Silicon Oasis. It is a budget-friendly travel option with timely schedules, affordable fares, and passenger-friendly amenities. Whether you are a student, office worker, or tourist, the X25 bus timetable helps you plan your travel across Dubai with ease.
