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Bus N81
Night Bus

Bus N81 Timings & RouteSatwa to Dubai Marina

Late night service operating after midnight. Complete guide with timings, stops, fare, and real-time tracking information.

40
Minutes
30
Min Interval
AED 5
Fare
7
Stops
Route Overview
Bus NumberN81
Route NameAl Satwa - Dubai Marina (Night Bus)
Starting PointSatwa
Ending PointDubai Marina
Operating Hours11:00 PM - 06:00 AM
Frequency30-40 minutes
Journey Time~40 minutes
Distance12-20 km
FareAED 5
Total Stops7 stops

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Timings & Frequency

Bus N81 runs throughout the day at intervals of every 30-40 minutes. The service operates from 11:00 PM to 06:00 AM.

Peak Hours

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM & 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Every 30 minutes
Off-Peak Hours

Rest of operating hours

Every 40 minutes

Note: Bus timings may vary on weekends and public holidays. For real-time updates, use the RTA Dubai app or check digital displays at bus stops.

Route & Stops (7 stops)
Satwa
7 stops
Dubai Marina

Bus N81 travels from Satwa to Dubai Marina, stopping at 7 locations along the way.

#Stop NameAreaNearby LandmarksMetro
1
Satwa
Start
السطوة
SatwaSatwa Bus Station, Satwa Roundabout-
2
Al Jafiliya
الجافلية
Bur DubaiAl Jafiliya Metro
Al JafiliyaYes
3
Trade Centre
مركز التجارة
Trade CentreDubai World Trade Centre, Trade Centre Area-
4
Emirates Towers
أبراج الإمارات
Sheikh Zayed RoadEmirates Towers, DIFC
Emirates TowersYes
5
Mall of Emirates
مول الإمارات
Al BarshaMall of Emirates, Ski Dubai
Mall of the EmiratesYes
6
Al Barsha
البرشاء
Al BarshaAl Barsha Mall, Mall of Emirates-
7
Dubai Marina
End
دبي مارينا
Dubai MarinaDubai Marina Mall, JBR
Dubai MarinaYes
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Fare & Payment Details
Fare TypeAmount (AED)
Regular Fare (Silver NOL)AED 5
Gold ClassAED 10
Students / Senior CitizensAED 2.5
People of DeterminationFree
Children under 5Free

NOL Card Required

Cash payments are not accepted on Dubai buses. You must use a NOL card which can be purchased at metro stations, bus stations, or authorized retailers. Tap on when boarding and tap off when exiting.

Passenger Facilities
Air Conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
Wheelchair Access
Digital Displays
Priority seating for elderly & disabled
CCTV surveillance for safety
Emergency exit doors
Real-time route announcements
USB charging ports (select buses)
Low-floor entry for easy boarding
Travel Tips for Bus N81
Avoid Peak Hours

For a more comfortable journey, travel outside 7:30-9:30 AM and 5:00-7:00 PM on weekdays.

Use Real-time Tracking

Download the RTA Dubai or S'hail app to track bus arrivals in real-time.

Keep NOL Card Ready

Have your NOL card ready before boarding. Tap on at entry and tap off when exiting.

Plan Connections

Check metro connections along the route for faster travel to your final destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bus N81
Route
Satwa → Dubai Marina
40
minutes
AED 5
fare
Operating Hours
11:00 PM - 06:00 AM
Frequency
Every 30-40 minutes
RTA Customer Care
800 9090
Toll-free helpline
www.rta.ae
Official website
ask@rta.ae
Email support
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