The Dubai Ferry has now been running in the Emirate for a number of years and is popular with tourists mainly as it allows visitors to see the sights of Dubai from the water.
If you take the ferry between Al Ghubaiba and Dubai Marina then you will get a great view of the coastline and the Palm Island. It is a leisurely trip along the coast that is great just to see the sights from the sea.
The RTA is constantly updating and reassessing the needs of its marine transport system and the Dubai Ferry is being frequently improved and expanded.
Since 2009 Dubai has built up its public transport network including the opening of the Dubai Metro and the Dubai Tram. It now transports millions of passengers each year.
In most countries the term ‘ferry’ would imply a boat that takes you from one place to another for more of a public transport purpose. However, although the Dubai Ferry is run by the RTA (Roads and Transport Authority), the Ferry is more of a tourist trip as many of the trips that are run on the Dubai Ferry, start at one of the ferry stations, tour round areas of local interest, and return to the same station, with each trip lasting for an hour to 90 minutes.
Added to the circular and commuter routes, there are routes that go from one port to another to enable people to get a good view of the shoreline and the canal within Dubai.
There are a number of stations served by the Dubai Ferry at either end of Dubai in Al Ghubaiba, Dubai Marina and although there were also some stations running through the Dubai Water Canal, these have stopped for now.
The ferry runs multiple times a day from each location, for a duration of 60-90 minutes (frequency and times may change so check out the routes page for more info) and the boats are designed for comfort with a snack bar on board and facilities for two classes of passenger as well as two spots for those in wheelchairs.
There are tickets available for gold class and silver class passengers just like on the Dubai Metro, so you can choose your level of comfort. As the ferries are very new they are also very modern and stylish.
The Dubai ferry was opened in 2011 and each boat can take up to 100 passengers. Although it is scheduled to run at certain times, the round trips will only run if there are a minimum of 10 passengers on each trip. (One way trips will run however many people are on them).
The boats can also be hired for private use from the RTA on hourly rental charter packages either with or without seats installed. Contact the RTA on 800 9090 for more info (this site is not run by the RTA but provides information for those who want to use the Dubai Ferry.)
The Dubai Ferry can be a great option for tourists as it enables them to see the city from the sea and get a view of some of the most popular parts of Dubai including the Burj al Arab and the Palm Jumeirah at a great price. Other options for this kind of tourist trip exist but are usually much more expensive so it is worth taking a trip on the Ferry if you are on holiday in Dubai.
Hi, we are gouing to Dubai from Japan at the end of this year. On Jan, 2015, do you operate ferry from Dubai Marina?
According to HP, usual feerry does not sail out from Dubai Marina to Al Ghubaiba on Friday. Do you operate sightseeing ferry from Dubai Marina? If so, what time does ferry depart from Dubai Marina?
Hi yes there are sightseeing trips running from the Marina on a Friday but as the schedules keep changing it is best to check with the RTA when you arrive in Dubai (800 9090)
Good morning dear lady, I have been reading your answering to most questions and I found you very informative and accurate…In relation to a new ferry route that links Dubai Marina and Dubai Creek as per the link I copy below:
http://www.thenational.ae/uae/transport/new-ferry-service-to-connect-dubai-marina-with-dubai-creek-rta-says
I know you are independent but,,, you have an idea for how long does it take this trip and what would be the price on gold class ticket ??
Thanks a lot in advance (don’t know your name sorry..),
Luis
Thank you Luis. I would expect the price if this ticket to be the same as the others as there has been no announcement of a change. However if anyone has any other information please feel free to post.
Dear Admin i would like to rake the ferry or water taxi from dubai marina to water canal but was wondering departure timing from dubai marina?
and return timings from safa canal to dubai marina
thanks a lot for your professionalism you are great
peggy
Hi Peggy, check out the routes page where you will find all of the timings.
I just want to know do they serve breakfast or lunch or dinner on board? i mean as per the trip schedule do they provide anything?
I believe you can buy snacks on board the ferry.
Me & My family are planning for Ferry trip inside Dubai on RTA ferry. could you tell me the main ferry station from where i can get tickets and timings as well
See all the info on the site about the two ferry stations. You can get tickets at those.
Dear Sirs and Madams,
I also saw a route from Dubai Marina Station to Al Ghubaiba Station at daily 11 A.M. But on your Homepage I couldn’t find this routs. Doesn’t this route exist anymore ?
Thank you very much for an answer.
Best regards,
Katrin Hesslinger
Hi the ferry does not go from one station to another it just does tourist round trips from each station (unless they have changed this recently)
Hi
Whats the Ramadan timing for Dubai Marina Ferry Route.
Specially looking for after noon timing
Hi! Can you send me the 3rd video, which is on the “Dubai Ferry Video” page, to my Email? Because we’re promoting the tour to Dubai with Dubai Ferry, and the commercial is going to be played on Guangdong TV.
Hope to hear from you soon! If you have any question, please feel free to contact me.
Thank you very much!
Sorry I was not being notified of comments – let me know if you still need the video.
Dear Mam,
i need to know the ferry timings from Dubai Marina to atlantis and the place which that ferry passes.
The ferry doesn’t stop at Atlantis it goes back to the marina.
please inform rates and timetables for October (first 02 weeks) , ferry Dubai / Iran – Bandar Abbas, for 3 pax (Portuguese nationality), as well as rates for private transfers apt DXB / ferry port.
The TK flight arrives 05h45 am. Depending on the ferry departure time, we may suggest a tour in Dubai or other services.
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The Dubai Ferry just runs within Dubai and not to Iran, you will need to seek other transportation services for this request.
dear mam i have an experience in oil tenker. so i wanted to do job with you. i am not able to understande by RTA. can you pls send me the contact and email id
I’m sorry I don’t have that information.
Iam graduate in BE marine eengineering and having experience of 8months in an oil tanker of dubai company. Is there any job opportunity in your dubai ferry ??
You will need to contact the RTA.
hi… can i have your email address as if we want to make a reservation if possible?. Thank you
This is an independent website so we don’t take bookings here.
Hi,
My husband and I are planning on doing a ferry trip starting at the Marina on our upcoming vacation around March 28. I am totally confused about the ferry routes and departure times. I read somewhere that the routes and times changed and would like to find out the new departure times in the afternoon for a round trip Marina ferry ride that allows views of Atlantis.
Thanks for your help
Petra
Sorry I missed your post, hopefully you got your trip on the ferry sorted.
I really liked the boat when I took the trip at the Burj Khalifa. Do you know who manufactures the boats?
Thanks.
Do you really mean the Burj Khalifa? i’m not sure there are many boat trips from there 😉 Having said that I have no idea who manufactures any of the boats…
Hi again!
Just hoping you could give me a general idea of passenger traffic recently and looking forward a few weeks. Of course you can’t guarantee a departure, but have most of them run with more than the required minimum lately? I’m primarily interested in the 9am, hate to make my way from Bur Dubai just to find out that that was the least popular and hardly ever runs,or perhaps it was the most popular and make sure one gets there early! Thanks, this helps in planning our sightseeing!
Hi Amelie, sorry but I don’t work for the RTA so cannot comment on passenger numbers. I think the ferry service is getting more popular so I don’t expect that many sailings are cancelled, particularly when the weather is good but I can’t confirm this.
Could you please explain the difference between the Gold and Silver service? Thanks.
Hi Amelie, gold class tickets give you access to the front of the boat where you can get a better view and better photo opportunities 🙂
I would just like to inquire regarding the offer from my Go for it Gold Emirates NBD Credit card if there is a free ride from your Dubai Ferry, whichnI can take one guest with me.
Hi Anna I think you will have to contact Emirates NBD or the RTA for more info on that.
Can someone guide me on where is the exact location of the Ghubaiba Ferry station?
I am planning a group trip, can I buy tickets one day in advance to be on a safer side?
Hi Varinder, sorry for the delay in replying. I haven’t been to the Al Ghubaiba station sorry, but check out the map on the routes page and this may help you. If you are looking to do a group trip it may well be worth contacting the RTA regarding a private charter if there are enough of you, otherwise just get there in good time and you should be OK. Many people turn up at the last minute but usually the boats are not completely full unless it is a public holiday or something so maybe choose a quieter time.
Hi,
Is it any way to apply for a job with you?
Regards,
Dana Georgescu
Hi Dana, if you are looking for a job with the Dubai Ferry then you will need to contact the RTA to see if they have any vacancies. Their number is 800 9090.
Hi, is this an official website for the Ferry? Do they accept credit cards? Thanks.
Hi Jessica, no this is not an official site. The RTA don’t seem to have one so I set this up. Yes you can pay for your tickets using a credit card.
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