Dubai Metro timings to change from January 3

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Timings for public transport services in Dubai will be revised to align with the UAE's new workweek.

Making the announcement, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said the changes will come into effect from January 3.

The Dubai Metro Red and Green Lines will operate Monday to Thursday from 5:00 am to 1:15 am.

On Friday and Saturday, the Metro will be in service from 5:00 am to 2:15 am.

On Sunday, Metro will start at 8:00 am and end at 1:15 am the following day.

Meanwhile, service hours for Dubai Tram will be Monday to Saturday from 6:00 am to 1:00 am. On Sunday, it will operate from 09:00 am to 01:00 am (the next day).

The authorities added that there will be no change in the paid public parking system for now, with no fees applied on Fridays and public holidays.

From February 2, 2022, the closure timings for the Floating Bridge will be changed. It'll be from 10:00 pm on Saturday until 6:00 am on Monday.

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