Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially announced adjusted operational hours for Dubai Metro, public parking, Salik toll gates, and Dubai Tram services during the holy month of Ramadan 2025.
Metro Timings Adjusted for Ramadan Observance
Commuters should note the following Dubai Metro schedule changes:
- Monday to Thursday and Saturday: Both Red and Green lines will operate from 5am to 12 midnight
- Friday: Extended service from 5am to 1am
- Sunday: Reduced hours from 8am to 12 midnight
Public Parking Fee Schedule During Ramadan
The RTA has confirmed the following paid public parking timings:
Monday to Saturday
- First charging period: 8am – 6pm
- Free parking interval: 6pm – 8pm
- Second charging period: 8pm to 12 midnight
Sunday
- Free parking all day
Multi-level parking facilities will maintain 24/7 operations throughout Ramadan.
Salik Toll Gate Revised Rates
The RTA has implemented a variable pricing structure for Salik toll gates during Ramadan:
- Weekday peak hours (9am to 5pm): Dh6 standard rate
- Weekday off-peak hours (7am to 9am and 5pm to 2am): Reduced rate of Dh4
- Night hours (2am to 7am Monday to Saturday): Free passage
- Sundays during Ramadan: Dh4 flat rate from 7am to 2am, with free passage from 2am to 7am
Dubai Tram Operational Hours
Dubai Tram services will follow this schedule:
- Monday to Saturday: 6am to 1am
- Sunday: 9am to 1am
Planning Your Ramadan Transport
For comprehensive information about Dubai public buses and marine transport schedules during Ramadan, passengers are advised to check the S’hail app or visit the official RTA website.
The RTA has also updated its customer happiness and service centre operating hours for Ramadan, with full details available on their website.
Key Takeaway
Dubai’s transport system undergoes significant schedule modifications during Ramadan, with adjusted hours for Metro, tram, parking, and Salik tolls. Commuters should plan journeys accordingly, noting the free parking periods, reduced Salik rates during off-peak hours, and modified public transport timings to avoid disruptions to their daily travel routines.
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