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Transit Apps in United Arab Emirates
Public transportation apps — curated for travelers visiting United Arab Emirates.
2 apps1 essential
NOL Card
EssentialThe NOL card is the rechargeable smart card for Dubai's public transport system, covering the metro, buses, trams, and water buses. The S'hail app lets you plan routes and manage your NOL card digitally.
Pro tip: Get a Red NOL card (paper ticket) from any metro station for short stays, or a Silver NOL card if you plan to use public transport frequently. You can top up at stations or via the S'hail app.
RTA Dubai
Nice to haveThe official Roads and Transport Authority app for Dubai. Covers trip planning, real-time bus and metro schedules, parking payments, and NOL card balance checks.
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Last updated: March 2026