What is the cheapest way to get from Union to Downtown Dubai?

The cheapest way to get from Union to Downtown Dubai is to subway which costs AED 4 - AED 6 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Union to Downtown Dubai?

The fastest way to get from Union to Downtown Dubai is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs AED 30 - AED 45.

Is there a direct bus between Union and Downtown Dubai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Union Metro Bus Stop 1-2 and arriving at Zaabeel. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Union and Downtown Dubai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Union Metro Station 2 station and arriving at Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station 2 station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Union to Downtown Dubai?

The distance between Union and Downtown Dubai is 9 km. The road distance is 12.4 km.

How do I travel from Union to Downtown Dubai without a car?

The best way to get from Union to Downtown Dubai without a car is to subway which takes 15 min and costs AED 4 - AED 6.

How long does it take to get from Union to Downtown Dubai?

The subway from Union Metro Station 2 to Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station 2 takes 15 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Union to Downtown Dubai bus from?

Union to Downtown Dubai bus services, operated by Dubai RTA Bus, depart from Union Metro Bus Stop 1-2 station.

Where do I catch the Union to Downtown Dubai train from?

Union to Downtown Dubai train services, operated by Dubai RTA, depart from Union Metro Station 2.

Where does the Union to Downtown Dubai bus arrive?

Union to Downtown Dubai bus services, operated by Dubai RTA Bus, arrive at Zaabeel station.

Where does the Union to Downtown Dubai train arrive?

Union to Downtown Dubai train services, operated by Dubai RTA, arrive at Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station 2.

Can I drive from Union to Downtown Dubai?

Yes, the driving distance between Union to Downtown Dubai is 12 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Union to Downtown Dubai.

Where can I stay near Downtown Dubai?

There are 17052+ hotels available in Downtown Dubai.

Union to Downtown Dubai - 4 ways to travel via subway, line 27 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Union to Downtown Dubai by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the subway from Union Metro Station 2 to Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station 2subway MRed2 / ...
15 min
AED 4–6
Line 27 bus
1. Take the bus from Union Metro Bus Stop 1-2 to Zaabeelbus 27
42 min
AED 5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Union to Downtown Dubaitaxi 12.4 km
12 min
AED 30–45
Drive 12.4 km
1. Drive from Union to Downtown Dubaicar 12.4 km
12 min
AED 6–8

Union to Downtown Dubai by subway

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Distance: 8.5 km
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Union , United Arab Emirates and Downtown Dubai, United Arab Emirates?

Dubai RTA operates a subway from Union Metro Station 2 to Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station 2 every 5 minutes. Tickets cost AED 4–6 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Dubai RTA Bus operates a bus from Union Metro Bus Stop 1-2 to Zaabeel every 30 minutes. Tickets cost AED 5–7 and the journey takes 42 min.

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