Dubai Bus Route 13D 2026: Gold Souq to Al Qusais – Stops, Timings, Fare & Route Map

Dubai Bus Route 13D 2026: Gold Souq to Al Qusais – Stops, Timings, Fare & Route Map

Dubai Bus Route 13D is an important RTA public bus service connecting Gold Souq Bus Station in Deira with Al Qusais Bus Station.

The route provides a practical connection between the traditional commercial areas of Deira and residential, commercial and employment areas around Hor Al Anz, Abu Hail, Al Nahda, Al Qusais and Muhaisnah.

For daily commuters, residents, workers, students and visitors, Bus 13D can be a convenient alternative for travelling between Gold Souq and Al Qusais without needing to use a private car.

This complete guide provides the latest available information about Dubai Bus 13D stops, operating hours, frequency, fare, nol card payment, route direction and travel information.

Important: Bus schedules and stop arrangements can change. Check the latest RTA/S'hail information before travelling, especially if you have a work shift, appointment or connecting journey.

 

Dubai Bus Route 13D – Quick Information

Feature	Details
Bus Number	13D
Operator	Dubai RTA
Route	Gold Souq Bus Station ↔ Al Qusais Bus Station
Starting Point	Gold Souq Bus Station
Destination	Al Qusais Bus Station
Main Areas Served	Deira, Naif, Hor Al Anz, Abu Hail, Al Nahda, Al Qusais, Muhaisnah
Stops – Gold Souq → Al Qusais	24 current listed stops
Stops – Al Qusais → Gold Souq	23 current listed stops
Service	Daily
Payment	nol card / applicable RTA ticket
Fare	Zone-based
Route Type	Local RTA bus
Travel Time	Approximately 72–78 minutes according to current route listings, depending on direction and service conditions
Best For	Residents, workers, students, shoppers and daily commuters

 

Dubai Bus 13D Route

The main route is:

Gold Souq Bus Station → Naif → Burj Nahar → Islamic Institute → Rasheed Road → Hor Al Anz → Abu Hail → Al Nahda → Al Qusais → Muhaisnah → Al Qusais Bus Station

The route passes through several established communities and commercial areas in eastern Deira and northern Dubai.

It is particularly useful for passengers travelling between Gold Souq and Al Qusais who need intermediate stops around Abu Hail, Hor Al Anz, Al Nahda and Muhaisnah.

 

Dubai Bus Route 13D – Gold Souq to Al Qusais

Current route listings show 24 stops in the Gold Souq Bus Station → Al Qusais Bus Station direction. The stop names below reflect the currently listed route rather than the older stop list that appeared in many online articles.

English Bus Stop Table

No.	Dubai Bus 13D Stop
1	Gold Souq Bus Station 10
2	Naif Intersection 1
3	Burj Nahar, Intersection 1
4	Islamic Institute 1
5	Rasheed Road 1
6	Hor Al Anz, Roundabout 1
7	Hor Al Anz, Turnoff 1
8	Abu Hail, Clinic 1
9	Deira, Abu Hail Park 4 1
10	Abu Hail, Masjid 1
11	Mahlab School 1
12	NMC Hospital 1
13	Sahara Center 1
14	Dubai Carmel School 1
15	Al Qusais, Public Transport Depot 1
16	Man Motors 1
17	Galadari Driving School 1
18	Muhaisnah 4, Fewa-1
19	Tipping Area Turnoff 1
20	Dubai Taxi Corporation, Main Office 3
21	Muhaisnah 2, Entrance 1
22	Muhaisnah 2, Al Shirawi Labour Camp 1
23	Muhaisnah 2, Masjid Hamad Abdul Karim 1
24	Al Qusais, Bus Station 8

 

محطات حافلة دبي 13D من سوق الذهب إلى القصيص

جدول محطات الحافلة باللغة العربية

الرقم	محطة حافلة دبي 13D
1	محطة حافلات سوق الذهب 10
2	نايف، التقاطع 1
3	برج نهار، التقاطع 1
4	المعهد الإسلامي 1
5	شارع راشد 1
6	هور العنز، الدوار 1
7	هور العنز، المخرج 1
8	أبو هيل، العيادة 1
9	ديرة، حديقة أبو هيل 4 - 1
10	أبو هيل، المسجد 1
11	مدرسة محلب 1
12	مستشفى NMC 1
13	مركز صحارى 1
14	مدرسة دبي كارمل 1
15	القصيص، مركز النقل العام 1
16	مان موتورز 1
17	مدرسة جالاداري لتعليم القيادة 1
18	محيصنة 4، فيوا 1
19	مخرج منطقة التحميل 1
20	مؤسسة تاكسي دبي، المكتب الرئيسي 3
21	محيصنة 2، المدخل 1
22	محيصنة 2، معسكر الشيرواي للعمال 1
23	محيصنة 2، مسجد حمد عبد الكريم 1
24	القصيص، محطة الحافلات 8

 

Dubai Bus 13D Return Route: Al Qusais to Gold Souq

The return journey does not simply reverse every stop in exactly the same order.

The current Al Qusais → Gold Souq listing contains 23 stops, beginning at Al Qusais Bus Station 8 and ending at Gold Souq Bus Station 10.

Major stops include:

1. Al Qusais, Bus Station 8
2. Muhaisnah 2, Masjid Hamad Abdul Karim 2
3. Muhaisnah 2, Al Shirawi Labour Camp 2
4. Muhaisnah 2, Entrance 2
5. Tipping Area Turnoff 2
6. Galadari Driving School 2
7. Man Motors 2
8. Al Qusais, Public Transport Depot 2
9. Dubai Carmel School 2
10. Sahara Center 2
11. Nahda 1, ENOC
12. NMC Hospital 2
13. Mahlab School 2
14. Abu Hail, Masjid 2
15. Deira, Abu Hail Park 4 2
16. Abu Hail, Clinic 2
17. Hor Al Anz, Turnoff 2
18. Hor Al Anz, Roundabout 2
19. Rasheed Road 2
20. Islamic Institute 2
21. Burj Nahar, Intersection 2
22. Naif Intersection 2
23. Gold Souq Bus Station 10

This difference between the two directions is important when planning your journey.

 

Dubai Bus 13D Timings

Bus 13D operates every day, but its operating hours and frequency vary according to the day and direction.

For the Gold Souq → Al Qusais direction, current published information shows approximately:

Day	Operating Hours	Approx. Frequency
Monday	05:50 AM – 11:56 PM	15–20 min
Tuesday	05:50 AM – 11:56 PM	15–20 min
Wednesday	05:50 AM – 11:56 PM	15–20 min
Thursday	05:50 AM – 11:56 PM	15–20 min
Friday	06:00 AM – 12:05 AM	15–20 min
Saturday	05:55 AM – 11:45 PM	15–20 min
Sunday	06:00 AM – 11:20 PM	15–20 min

For the reverse Al Qusais → Gold Souq direction, current listings show a somewhat different schedule, including earlier/later variations depending on the day.

Therefore, passengers should not rely on one universal “first bus” or “last bus” time.

 

Is Dubai Bus 13D Available 24 Hours?

No.

Dubai's regular bus network does not mean that every individual route operates 24 hours.

Bus 13D operates during scheduled daily service periods, with the exact first and last departures varying by direction and day.

Current route information places the service broadly within the early-morning-to-late-evening/after-midnight period, but passengers should check the latest live timetable before travelling.

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How Long Does Bus 13D Take?

The total journey time depends on:

• Direction of travel
• Traffic
• Number of stops
• Time of day
• Operational conditions

Current route listings estimate approximately 78 minutes from Gold Souq to Al Qusais and approximately 72 minutes in the opposite direction.

For this reason, passengers should allow additional time if they are travelling during busy periods or need to arrive at work or an appointment at a specific time.

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Dubai Bus 13D Fare

The old version of this article stated that the full journey costs AED 3.

That is too simplistic.

Dubai RTA uses a zone-based public transport fare system. The fare depends on the number of zones travelled during the journey.

Current RTA standard fares include:

Zones Travelled	Silver / Personal nol Card	Gold nol Card
Within 1 zone	AED 3	AED 6
2 adjacent zones	AED 5	AED 10
More than 2 zones	AED 7.50	AED 15

RTA's fare system allows transfers between Metro and bus within the applicable transfer window, with the journey charged according to the total zones travelled.

Important: The exact fare for your journey should be checked using RTA's current fare calculator because the fare depends on the zones involved.

 

Can You Pay for Bus 13D With a Nol Card?

Yes.

A nol card is the standard payment method for Dubai's public transport system.

Passengers should make sure that the card has sufficient balance before travelling.

Dubai RTA's public bus network also provides accessibility features, including wheelchair spaces and other facilities designed to improve accessibility for passengers.

 

Is Bus 13D Good for Daily Commuters?

Yes. Bus 13D is particularly useful for passengers travelling between:

• Deira
• Gold Souq
• Naif
• Hor Al Anz
• Abu Hail
• Al Nahda
• Al Qusais
• Muhaisnah

It can be especially useful for residents and workers who need to travel between residential communities, shopping areas, schools, hospitals and employment locations.

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Important Areas Served by Bus 13D

Gold Souq

Gold Souq is one of the best-known commercial areas in Deira and is the starting point of the 13D route.

Naif

The route passes through Naif, providing access to one of Deira's busy commercial and residential districts.

Hor Al Anz

13D serves both Hor Al Anz Roundabout and Hor Al Anz Turnoff, making the route useful for residents and workers in the area.

Abu Hail

Several stops serve Abu Hail, including the clinic, park and mosque areas.

Al Nahda

Passengers travelling in the reverse direction can use the route to reach the Nahda 1, ENOC stop.

Al Qusais

The route serves the Al Qusais Public Transport Depot and surrounding areas before continuing towards the bus station.

Muhaisnah

The current Gold Souq → Al Qusais route includes several Muhaisnah stops, including the entrance, labour camp and mosque.

 

Dubai Bus 13D and Metro Connections

Although 13D is a bus route rather than a Metro line, passengers can combine Dubai's bus and Metro network where appropriate.

RTA's fare system allows transfers between Metro and bus within the applicable transfer rules. RTA states that passengers transferring from Metro to bus should check in on the bus within 30 minutes of checking out from the Metro station for the trips to be treated as one journey, subject to the fare rules.

This can make 13D useful as part of a larger public transport journey.

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Travel Tips fo r Dubai Bus 13D

Check the direction

Make sure the bus is going toward Al Qusais Bus Station or Gold Souq Bus Station, depending on your destination.

Check the stop number

Several stops have similar names with direction identifiers such as 1 and 2.

Keep your nol card ready

Make sure your nol card has enough balance before boarding.

Allow extra travel time

The route has many stops and can take more than an hour for the complete journey.

Check live information

Timetables can change. Use the latest RTA/S'hail information when possible.

Plan Metro connections carefully

If you are transferring from Metro to bus, pay attention to the applicable transfer period and fare rules.

Don't rely on old articles

Many websites still publish older 13D stop lists and outdated timetables. The current stop pattern is different from some older versions.

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Dubai Bus Route 13D Map

The route can be summarized as:

Gold Souq Bus Station → Naif → Burj Nahar → Islamic Institute → Rasheed Road → Hor Al Anz → Abu Hail → Al Nahda → Al Qusais → Muhaisnah → Al Qusais Bus Station

For the most accurate journey planning, passengers should use the current RTA journey-planning information and live service information rather than relying solely on a static route map.

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Dubai Bus Route 13D – Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dubai Bus Route 13D?

Dubai Bus 13D is an RTA bus route connecting Gold Souq Bus Station in Deira with Al Qusais Bus Station.

Where does Bus 13D start?

In the Gold Souq → Al Qusais direction, the route starts at Gold Souq Bus Station 10.

Where does Bus 13D end?

The Gold Souq → Al Qusais direction currently ends at Al Qusais, Bus Station 8.

How many stops does Bus 13D have?

Current route listings show 24 stops from Gold Souq to Al Qusais and 23 stops from Al Qusais to Gold Souq.

Does Bus 13D operate every day?

Yes. Current published schedules show the route operating daily.

What time does Bus 13D start?

The first departure varies according to the direction and day. Current schedules show early-morning service, generally beginning around the 5:00–6:00 AM period.

What time is the last 13D bus?

The last service varies by direction and day, with current schedules extending into the late evening and, on some days, shortly after midnight.

How frequently does Bus 13D run?

Current published schedules show frequencies generally around 15–20 minutes on the Gold Souq → Al Qusais direction, although this can vary by day and direction.

How much is the 13D bus fare?

There is no single fixed fare for every journey. RTA calculates public transport fares according to the number of zones travelled. A standard Silver/Personal nol card costs AED 3 within one zone, AED 5 across two adjacent zones and AED 7.50 across more than two zones.

Can I pay cash on Bus 13D?

Passengers should use the applicable Dubai public transport payment system, including a nol card or another currently accepted RTA ticketing option. Do not assume that cash payment is available onboard.

Is Bus 13D suitable for workers?

Yes. The route serves residential, commercial and employment areas around Deira, Abu Hail, Al Nahda, Al Qusais and Muhaisnah.

Does Bus 13D go to Gold Souq?

Yes. The route operates between Al Qusais Bus Station and Gold Souq Bus Station.

Does Bus 13D go through Abu Hail?

Yes. Current stops include Abu Hail Clinic, Abu Hail Masjid and Deira Abu Hail Park 4.

Does Bus 13D go through Hor Al Anz?

Yes. The route serves both Hor Al Anz Roundabout and Hor Al Anz Turnoff.

Does Bus 13D serve Al Nahda?

Yes. The reverse direction includes the Nahda 1, ENOC stop.

Is Bus 13D available 24 hours?

No. 13D operates according to a daily timetable and is not a 24-hour route.

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Dubai Bus Route 13D – Final Summary

Dubai Bus Route 13D provides an important public transport connection between Gold Souq Bus Station and Al Qusais Bus Station.

The route passes through several busy areas, including Naif, Hor Al Anz, Abu Hail, Al Nahda, Al Qusais and Muhaisnah, making it useful for residents, workers, students and visitors.

The current route listing shows 24 stops from Gold Souq to Al Qusais and 23 stops in the reverse direction. The complete journey can take approximately 72–78 minutes, depending on direction and operating conditions.

For fares, remember that Dubai RTA uses a zone-based system, so the final price depends on the zones travelled rather than simply being a fixed AED 3 fare.

For the latest departure times, live arrivals, service changes and route information, always check the latest RTA/S'hail information before travelling. 

Dubai Bus Route 13D from Gold Souq Bus Station to Al Qusais Bus Station