Riding the 405 Bus in Abu Dhabi: Stops and Timetable Guide

Knowing the 405 Bus Timetable is one of the most practical ways for commuters to plan their trip between Al Wathba Municipality in the east and Capital Park in central Abu Dhabi. Operated by Abu Dhabi Mobility, the 405 Bus serves a long corridor of the city, passing through Bani Yas, Shakhbout City, Zayed City, and Al Nahyan before reaching its terminus at Capital Park in Al Danah.

This guide covers everything you need to know about the 405 Bus Route, including stops and departure times from both terminals to fares and how to pay.

• What the 405 Bus Route covers
• 405 Bus Timetable
• All stops on the 405 Bus Route
• Key landmarks along the way
• Fares and how to pay
• Key takeaways
• FAQs

What the 405 Bus Route covers

The 405 Bus operates as a regional bus service under Abu Dhabi Mobility, running between Al Nahdah (Al Wathba Municipality) in the east and Capital Park (Al Danah) in central Abu Dhabi. The 405 Bus Route runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays, making it a reliable option for daily commuters and occasional travellers alike.

The route passes through several distinct neighbourhoods: Bani Yas, Shakhbout City, Zayed City, Rabdan, Al Nahyan, and Al Danah. Along the way, it serves major public facilities including hospitals, a university campus, a major bus interchange, and the Abu Dhabi Bus Station.

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405 Bus Timetable

The 405 Bus Timetable covers daily departures from both terminals. Services begin in the early morning and continue until late at night, seven days a week.

The 405 Bus Schedule runs on both weekdays and weekends, with the same operating hours throughout the week. For real-time arrivals and updated 405 Bus Timings at individual stops, the Darbi app provides live information.

All stops on the 405 Bus Route

The 405 Bus Route has 24 stops between Al Wathba Municipality and Capital Park. The stops below are listed in order of travel from Al Wathba Municipality to Capital Park. The return journey follows the same stops in the opposite direction.

1.  Al Wathba Municipality (Al Nahdah)

2.  Civil Defense, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum St (Bani Yas)

3.  Civil Defense, Omair Bin Yousef Al Muhairi St (Bani Yas)

4.  Al Sari St (Bani Yas)

5.  Mohammed Musallam Salim Al Minhali Mosque (Bani Yas)

6.  Al Mitlaiyat St (Bani Yas)

7.  Al Dahhak Bin Qays St (Bani Yas)

8.  Jabal Al Yirab St (Bani Yas)

9.  Al Mowrad St (Bani Yas)

10.  Shaikha Ahmad Al Sowaidi Mosque (Bani Yas)

11.  Abu Dhabi Public Health Center (Shakhbout City)

12.  Al Mafraq Hospital (Shakhbout City)

13.  Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Main Entrance

14.  Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, East Entrance

15.  Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, South Entrance

16.  Zayed Higher Organization (Shakhbout City)

17.  Abu Dhabi University (Zayed City)

18.  Rabdan Bus Interchange

19.  Al Jazeera Sports Club (Al Nahyan)

20.  Amin Saeed Al Awadhi Mosque (Al Nahyan)

21.  Abu Dhabi Bus Station (Al Nahyan)

22.  Maryam Bint Saeed Mosque (Al Danah)

23.  Gold Center (Al Danah)

24.  Capital Park (Al Danah)

Key landmarks along the way

The 405 Bus connects several important facilities, making it useful for a range of journeys beyond the typical commute.

Healthcare

The bus stops at three separate entrances to Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, one of Abu Dhabi’s largest hospital complexes, as well as Al Mafraq Hospital and the Abu Dhabi Public Health Center. All three are within Shakhbout City, making the 405 Bus a practical option for patients, visitors, and healthcare workers in that area.

Education

Abu Dhabi University in Zayed City is a direct stop on the route, connecting students from Bani Yas and Al Wathba Municipality to the university campus without requiring a transfer.

Transport connections

The Rabdan Bus Interchange is a key transfer point on this route, allowing passengers to connect to other Abu Dhabi bus services without travelling into the city centre first. The Abu Dhabi Bus Station in Al Nahyan, further along the route, is another major hub linking to a wide network of city and regional services.

Fares and how to pay

The 405 Bus is a regional bus service, and fares start at AED 2. The exact amount depends on the distance travelled and the boarding stop.

Payment on the 405 Bus is made using the Hafilat card, a rechargeable smart card used across Abu Dhabi’s public transport network. The card is available at bus stations and authorised points of sale across the city. Regular commuters can load a weekly or monthly pass onto the Hafilat card for unlimited travel at a fixed cost, which can work out more economical for daily users of the route.

For the most current fare information, enquire at any Abu Dhabi bus station or contact Abu Dhabi Mobility directly.

Key takeaways

• The 405 Bus runs seven days a week between Al Wathba Municipality and Capital Park, with services starting from around 05:30 from both terminals.
• The route covers 24 stops across Bani Yas, Shakhbout City, Zayed City, Al Nahyan, and Al Danah, serving major destinations including Al Mafraq Hospital, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, and Abu Dhabi University.
• Regional bus fares start at AED 2, and payment is made using the Hafilat card, which also supports weekly and monthly travel passes.
• For live 405 Bus Timings at individual stops, use the Darbi app for real-time arrival updates.

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