Al Ain’s 911 Bus Route: A Quick Guide to Stops and Timings

The 911 Bus Route is one of Al Ain’s main public bus services, connecting Hili Fun City in the north of the city to Al Bateen West in the south across 36 stops. Operated by Abu Dhabi’s Department of Municipalities and Transport under the AD Mobility network, it runs all week and passes through key residential neighbourhoods, medical facilities, educational institutions, and commercial souqs.

This guide covers every stop on the route, the full timetable, payment options, and practical tips to help you plan your journey with ease.

• What is the 911 bus route?
• Key stops along the 911 bus route
• 911 bus timings
• Fares and payment options
• Tips for using the 911 bus in Al Ain
• Key takeaways
• FAQs

What is the 911 bus route?

Route 911 is an intra-city bus service that runs entirely within Al Ain. It connects Hili Fun City on Ardh Al Jaw Street in the north to Al Bateen West on Sahlah Bint Suhail Street in the south. The bus travels along two of Al Ain’s main corridors: Mohammed Bin Khalifa Street through the Hili and Qattarah areas, and Zayed Bin Sultan Street through the city’s Central District.

Key facts:

• Type: Standard city bus
• Route: Hili Fun City to Al Bateen West (and return)
• Total stops: 36
• Operating days: Daily (Monday to Sunday)
• Frequency: Hourly (every 60 minutes)

Route 911 is part of the wider network of Al Ain local bus routes and timings managed by AD Mobility. If you are looking for properties for rent in Al Ain near the route, neighbourhoods such as Hili, Al Maqam, and Asharij all have stops along the line.

Key stops along the 911 bus route

The 36 stops span several of Al Ain’s neighbourhoods. Below are the key stops by area, listed in order from Hili Fun City to Al Bateen West.

Hili

• Hili Fun City (start)
• Hili Wedding Hall
• Al Ain School
• Hili Fort

Al Qattarah

• Tahnoun Bin Mohammed Stadium
• Al Rahma Medical Center
• Al Qattara Girls School

Al Jimi and Al Mu’tarid

• Al Silaymi Street
• Al Slimi Park

Central District

• Eid Prayer Ground
• Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority
• Mediclinic Hospital
• Al Souq
• Al Karama Centre
• ADNOC

Al Jahili

• Rotana Hotel

Al Muwaiji and Asharij

• Al Ruwaikah Residential Complex
• Sheikh Mohammed Al Nahyan Field Hospital
• UAE Science and Innovation Park
• UAE University Maqam 4 Hostel
• UAE University Maqam 2 Hostel

Al Maqam

• Equestrian and Golf Club
• Tawam Hospital
• Fatima College of Health Sciences
• Zahrat Al Maqam Markets
• North Souq

Al Bateen

• Al Bateen West (end)

The return journey from Al Bateen West to Hili Fun City follows the same stops in reverse, with two additional stops: Al Jahli Park in Al Jahili and Maqam Palace in Al Maqam.

Explore the Available Al Ain Properties for Rent

911 bus timings

The 911 bus runs hourly, seven days a week. The timetable is the same on weekdays (Monday to Friday) and weekends (Saturday and Sunday). The first bus departs Hili Fun City at 05:11 and the last departs at 01:11 the following morning. In the return direction, the first bus leaves Al Bateen West at 05:18.

Buses run every 60 minutes throughout the day. For exact stop-by-stop timings, use the Darbi app or scan the QR code displayed at any bus stop along the route.

Fares and payment options

All 911 bus journeys are paid using the Hafilat smart card. Tap on when boarding and tap off when alighting; the fare is calculated automatically based on the distance travelled.

Standard fare:

• Base fare: AED 2
• Additional charge: 5 fils per kilometre
• Maximum per single trip: AED 5

Free transfers apply when you tap out and board another bus within 60 minutes, travelling in the same direction, with a maximum of two transfers. This is useful for combining the 911 with other Al Ain local bus routes and timings within a single journey.

The Hafilat card costs AED 10, is valid for five years, and is available at Al Ain Cooperative and Lulu Hypermarket branches across Al Ain.

Tips for using the 911 bus in Al Ain

• Get your Hafilat card before you travel. The 911 bus does not accept cash. Purchase and top up your Hafilat card at Al Ain Cooperative or Lulu Hypermarket before your first journey.
• Tap in and tap out every time. Always tap your card when boarding and again when alighting to ensure the correct fare is deducted.
• Use the Darbi app. The Darbi app provides real-time stop locations, route maps, and arrival times for the 911 bus and other Al Ain public bus services.
• Plan around the hourly schedule. Buses run once an hour, so check the timetable in advance and arrive at your stop a few minutes early.
• Look for QR codes at stops. Each bus stop displays a QR code you can scan to download the official AD Mobility timetable.
• Visiting Hili Fun City? The first stop on the route is right outside the park on Ardh Al Jaw Street, making the 911 bus a convenient option for families.

Key takeaways

• The 911 Bus Route connects Hili Fun City to Al Bateen West in Al Ain across 36 stops, covering major residential, medical, educational, and commercial areas.
• Buses run every 60 minutes, seven days a week, with the first departure from Hili Fun City at 05:11 and the last at 01:11 the following morning.
• All journeys require the Hafilat smart card; fares start at AED 2 and are capped at AED 5 per trip, with free transfers within 60 minutes.
• For live arrival times and stop details, use the Darbi app or scan the QR code at any 911 bus stop.

FAQs

Share