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Bus X23
Express

Bus X23 Timings & RouteAl Ghubaiba Bus Station to International City Bus Station

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55
Minutes
15
Min Interval
AED 6
Fare
27
Stops
Route Overview
Bus NumberX23
Route NameAl Ghubaiba Bus Sta - Int'l. City Bus Sta (Express)
Starting PointAl Ghubaiba Bus Station
Ending PointInternational City Bus Station
Operating Hours06:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Frequency15-20 minutes
Journey Time~55 minutes
Distance17-28 km
FareAED 6
Total Stops27 stops

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Timings & Frequency

Bus X23 runs throughout the day at intervals of every 15-20 minutes. The service operates from 06:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Peak Hours

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

Every 15 minutes
Off-Peak Hours

Rest of operating hours

Every 20 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 (27 stops)
Al Ghubaiba Bus Station
27 stops
International City Bus Station

Bus X23 travels from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station to International City Bus Station, stopping at 27 locations along the way.

#Stop NameAreaNearby LandmarksMetro
1
Al Ghubaiba
Start
الغبيبة
Bur DubaiAl Ghubaiba Bus Station, Dubai Creek
Al GhubaibaYes
2
International City
المدينة العالمية
International CityInternational City-
3
Dubai Textile City Main Gate
---
4
International City, Moroco 1
---
5
International City, China 2-1
---
6
International City, Post Office 1
---
7
International City, Rivera Dreams Apartments 1-2
---
8
International City, Old Buildings
---
9
International City, Civil Defence 1
---
10
International City, Greece 1
---
11
Manama Road 4-1
---
12
Vegetable Market 2
---
13
Used Car Exhibition 2
---
14
Kibsons
---
15
Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 1, Manama Street 2
---
16
Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 1, Manama Street 1
---
17
Latifa Hospital
مستشفى لطيفة
Al JaddafOud Metha, Al Jaddaf-
18
Oud Metha Road 2-2
---
19
Oud Metha Road 1-2
---
20
Oud Methabux Stop 2
---
21
Burjamanbux Stop 3-2
---
22
Four Point Sheraton Hotel 2
---
23
Sharaf Dplus Stop 3-1
---
24
Sharaf Dplus Stop 1-2
---
25
Kshda Street
---
26
Raffa 2
---
27
Al Ghubaiba
End
الغبيبة
Bur DubaiAl Ghubaiba Bus Station, Dubai Creek
Al GhubaibaYes
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Fare & Payment Details
Fare TypeAmount (AED)
Regular Fare (Silver NOL)AED 6
Gold ClassAED 12
Students / Senior CitizensAED 3.0
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 X23
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 X23
Route
Al Ghubaiba Bus Station → International City Bus Station
55
minutes
AED 6
fare
Operating Hours
06:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Frequency
Every 15-20 minutes
RTA Customer Care
800 9090
Toll-free helpline
www.rta.ae
Official website
ask@rta.ae
Email support
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Route Highlights
Express route
International City
Ras Al Khor
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