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Over 7.5 million riders use Dubai public transport during Eid

Tuesday, 10 June 2025 20:21

By ARN News Staff

@RTA_Dubai/ X

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reported a sharp rise in public transport usage during the Eid Al-Adha holiday.

Nearly 7.58 million riders used various transport services between June 5 and 8 - a 14 per cent increase compared to last year.

The Dubai Metro carried the largest share with nearly 2.8 million passengers, followed by public buses with 1.66 million users, while marine transport served over 307,000 passengers.

The Dubai Tram recorded just under 120,000 riders, and taxis transported over 2.1 million people.

Shared mobility services, including e-scooters and app-based ride services, added more than half a million riders to the total.

The RTA says the figures reflect the growing confidence in Dubai’s integrated, efficient public transport system, especially during busy holiday periods.

RTA Serves 7.58 Million Riders During Eid Al-Adha Holiday 2025 , Marking 14% Increase Over Previous Year. pic.twitter.com/pb6Zbzt3jM
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) June 10, 2025

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