Etihad Rail sells 120,000 tickets in just 30 days following UAE passenger train launch

Dubai: Etihad Rail has recorded 120,000 ticket sales during the first 30 days of passenger services, marking a strong start for the UAE's national rail network.

The milestone covers the period from September 30 to October 30, 2026, following the network's official launch. The figures reflect growing passenger adoption of rail travel between cities across the UAE.

Adhraa Almansoori, Executive Director of Commercial and Support at Etihad Rail Mobility, said the company's ambition was to make passenger rail a natural part of everyday life.

"Our ambition is for passenger rail to become a natural part of everyday life, and a trusted choice that people return to time and again for comfortable, safe and reliable travel," she said.

She added that the response during the first month reflected passengers' confidence in the new transport option and reinforced the company's commitment to improving services in line with their needs and expectations.

Etihad Rail offers passengers an alternative to road travel, with facilities and services designed to make journeys more convenient.

Etihad Rail is working with transport partners and service providers to offer connections to and from stations in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Dhaid and Fujairah.

The official launch brought together four stations across the network: Abu Dhabi, Dubai Al Yalayis, Al Dhaid in Sharjah and Fujairah.

Dubai Al Yalayis and Al Dhaid stations joined the existing Abu Dhabi and Fujairah stations, which had begun operations during the introductory phase.

Etihad Rail plans to expand passenger services further in the coming months, with additional stations expected to open in:

The expansion is expected to extend the network's reach, serve more communities and give more residents and visitors access to passenger rail services.

With 120,000 ticket sales recorded in its first month, Etihad Rail is looking to build on the initial response as it expands its network and connections.