The F03 bus route is one of Dubai’s key metro feeder services, connecting Rashidiya Metro Station with residential pockets of Mirdif. Operated by the Roads and Transport Authority in 2025-2026, it plays a crucial role in helping residents commute between the Red Line and neighbourhood communities without relying on private transport.
In this guide, learn about:
- Understanding the F03 bus route
- Schedule and frequency of the F03 bus
- Major stops and connectivity in the F03 bus route
- Fare structure and payment methods
- Travel time estimates and distance
- Key takeaways
- FAQs
Understanding the F03 bus route
The F03 bus route operates as a circular metro feeder service.
- Start point: Al Rashidiya Bus Station Parking, near Rashidiya Metro Station (Red Line)
- End point: Mirdif West (circular return to Rashidiya)
- Route type: Circular feeder bus linking Metro with residential streets
- Number of stops: Approximately 30 stops
- Main areas served: Muhaisnah 1, Etihad Mall area, Uptown Mirdif, residential streets in Mirdif such as 15th Street, 12th Street, 65A Street, 71st Street, and 78th Street
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Schedule and frequency of the F03 bus
Below is the updated schedule pattern observed for 2025-2026. Exact timings may vary slightly by stop, but departures from Rashidiya Parking follow this structure.
| Day | First departure (Rashidiya) | Last departure | Frequency during peak hours | Frequency during off-peak |
| Monday–Wednesday | ≈ 4:02 a.m. | ≈ 12:19 – 12:22 a.m. (next day) | 30-50 minutes | 30-60 minutes |
| Thursday | ≈ 4:02 a.m. | ≈ 12:22 a.m. (next day) | 30-50 minutes | Less frequent late night |
| Friday | ≈ 4:04 a.m. | ≈ 1:08 a.m. (next day from some stops) | Every 26-60 minutes | Reduced frequency in the late evening |
| Saturday | ≈ 4:04 a.m. | ≈ 11:30 p.m. – 12:18 a.m. | 30-55 minutes | Slightly reduced late evening |
| Sunday | ≈ 6:56 a.m. | ≈ 11:30 p.m. – 12:18 a.m. | Variable | Reduced compared to weekdays |
Peak hours generally fall between 7:00-10:00 a.m. and 5:00-8:00 p.m., when buses run closer to the 30-minute interval.
Major stops and connectivity in the F03 bus route
The F03 bus route connects directly with the Dubai Metro Red Line at Rashidiya.
Key stops include:
- Rashidiya Metro Bus Parking / Gate 9
- Muhaisnah 1 – Etihad Mall 1 and 2
- Mirdif, Private School 1
- Uptown Mirdif 1
- Etisalat Tower
- Elyazia Beauty Centre
- Mirdif Masjid (Street 15)
- Streets 12, 65A, 71st, 78th, 29B
- Return terminal at Rashidiya Bus Station Arrival / Parking
The connection at Rashidiya Metro makes commuting to central business districts seamless.
This integrated design is what makes Dubai’s public transport system practical for residents who prefer not to drive daily.
Fare structure and payment methods
Fares on the F03 bus route are zone-based and payable using an NOL card, in line with Dubai’s unified public transport fare system.
| Travel distance/zones crossed | Fare (AED) with NOL card | Other key notes |
| Within 1 zone | ≈ AED 3 | Standard Silver or Red NOL accepted |
| Crossing 2 zones | ≈ AED 5 | Applies when travelling beyond single-zone limits |
| 3 or more zones / full route | ≈ AED 7.50 | Longer-distance travel |
| Children under 5 / People of Determination | Free | With a valid permit or an eligible NOL card |
Cash payments are not accepted. Passengers must tap in and tap out with a valid NOL card.
Travel time estimates and distance
The F03 bus route covers approximately 9 to 10 kilometres end-to-end, depending on stop sequence and detours within residential streets. Some mapping platforms show the total loop reaching up to 13 kilometres when counting all turns.
Under normal traffic conditions, the journey typically takes 25 to 35 minutes. During peak hours, especially in school zones or evening congestion, travel time can extend to 45 to 55 minutes.
Key takeaways
The F03 bus route is a circular metro-feeder service connecting Rashidiya Bus Station Parking and Mirdif West across roughly 30 stops. First departures begin around 4:00 a.m. on most weekdays, with services extending past midnight on select days. Peak frequency averages around 30 minutes, while off-peak intervals may stretch to 60 minutes. Fares are zone-based, starting at AED 3, and children under 5 travel free with valid permits. Average travel time ranges from 25 to 35 minutes, increasing during rush hour.
FAQs
The first departure from Rashidiya Parking is typically around 4:02 a.m. on weekdays, 4:04 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and approximately 6:56 a.m. on Sunday. Exact timing varies by stop.
During peak hours, buses operate approximately every 30 minutes. In off-peak and late evening periods, intervals range between 45 and 60 minutes.
Fares are zone-based: AED 3 within one zone, around AED 5 for two zones, and approximately AED 7.50 for three or more zones. Children under 5 and eligible permit holders ride free.
Yes. The route connects directly to Rashidiya Metro Station via the bus parking area near Gate 9, providing access to the Red Line.
Passengers can use the RTA Dubai S’hail app, Moovit, or other transit tracking applications to check real-time bus movement and stop-level schedules.
