Alternative bus route for JLT to Ibn Battuta Metro line

dubai — Metro riders, especially those heading to or coming from Jebel Ali, are advised to plan their trips in advance as the metro track between Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) and Ibn Battuta Stations will be fully closed, starting from January 5 to the middle of 2019, for construction work on the new Route 2020.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will operate a free circular bus route as an alternative service for commuters.

“Metro riders heading to the UAE Exchange Station are required to drop off at the JLT Station, board free alternative buses deployed to take them to Ibn Battuta Station, and then continue their metro journey to the UAE Exchange Station,” said Mohammed Al Mudharreb, director of rail operations at RTA’s Rail Agency.

“(Those) travelling in the direction of Rashidiya station are required to hop off at Ibn Battuta Station, take alternative buses for free to take them to JLT Station and resume their metro journey from there, in the direction of Rashidiya,” he added.

“The (alternative) service is intended to meet the needs of public transport riders. The RTA is always keen to fulfill the needs of public transport users in Dubai, and offer integrated excellent services to customers with the aim of making them happier,” said Mohammed Abu Baker Al Hashmi, RTA director of planning and business development.