The simplest public-transport routes to Dubai Waterfront Market, including nearby Green Line stations, the closest bus stop, market hours and practical travel tips.

The easiest public-transport route to Dubai Waterfront Market is Metro plus a short taxi or bus connection. The market is not beside a Metro station. Its official directions list Salah Al Din, Abu Hail, Gold Souq and Abu Baker Al Siddique as nearby options; the closest listed bus stop is Abu Hail, Bin Eid Al Shabi Restaurant 2, opposite the market area.

Quick route summary

Option	Where to get off	Final connection	Best for
Metro + taxi	Abu Hail, Salah Al Din, Gold Souq or Abu Baker Al Siddique	Short taxi ride	Families, heavy shopping, fastest practical trip
Metro + bus	Green Line to a nearby station	RTA bus to Abu Hail, Bin Eid Al Shabi Restaurant stop	Lowest-cost trip
Bus	Abu Hail, Bin Eid Al Shabi Restaurant 1 or 2	Walk about 10–15 minutes	Travellers already in Deira
Taxi/ride-hail	Waterfront Market main entrance	Direct drop-off	Door-to-door convenience

How to reach Waterfront Market by Metro

There is no direct Metro entrance at Waterfront Market. Use the Green Line and complete the last section by bus or taxi.

Option 1: Abu Hail Metro Station

Travel to Abu Hail on the Green Line.
Exit the station and check RTA's journey planner or the S'hail app for the next connection.
Choose a bus serving the Abu Hail/Al Khaleej Street area or take a taxi to Waterfront Market.
If using the bus, alight near Abu Hail, Bin Eid Al Shabi Restaurant 2 and walk roughly 10–15 minutes.

Option 2: Salah Al Din Metro Station

Waterfront Market's official visitor directions place Salah Al Din about 4.6 km away. Walking can take approximately 45–50 minutes, so a 10–15 minute taxi is usually more practical.

Other useful Green Line stations

Gold Souq and Abu Baker Al Siddique are also listed by the market as convenient nearby stations. Your best choice depends on your starting point and live bus arrivals.

How to reach Waterfront Market by bus

The nearest stops identified by Waterfront Market are:

Abu Hail, Bin Eid Al Shabi Restaurant 1
Abu Hail, Bin Eid Al Shabi Restaurant 2 — directly opposite the market area

Bus routes and timetables can change, and diversions may affect the final stop. Enter “Waterfront Market” as the destination in S'hail shortly before travelling instead of relying on an old route number.

Coming from popular Dubai areas

From BurJuman

Take the Green Line towards e& and alight at Abu Hail. Continue by bus or taxi.

From Union

Board the Green Line towards e&. Abu Hail is a direct ride; complete the final section by bus or taxi.

From Dubai Mall or Downtown Dubai

Take the Red Line to Union, change to the Green Line towards e&, and alight at Abu Hail. A taxi for the final leg is often the easiest choice with shopping bags.

From Dubai Marina

Take the Red Line towards Centrepoint, change at Union, then take the Green Line towards e& to Abu Hail.

From Dubai International Airport

From Terminal 1 or Terminal 3, take the Red Line to Union, change to the Green Line towards e&, and continue to Abu Hail. From Terminal 2, check S'hail because a bus or taxi may be faster than backtracking through the Metro network.

Nol fares and Metro hours

Dubai public-transport fares depend on the number of fare zones crossed. With a Silver nol card, standard fares are generally AED 3, AED 5 or AED 7.50. Make sure the card has enough balance for the full journey and tap in and out correctly.

Typical Dubai Metro network hours are:

Day	Network operating hours
Monday–Thursday	5:00 am–12:00 midnight
Friday	5:00 am–1:00 am the next day
Saturday	5:00 am–12:00 midnight
Sunday	8:00 am–12:00 midnight

These are overall network hours, not the exact first and last train at every station. Holiday schedules can differ. Confirm your trip on the RTA website or S'hail app.

Waterfront Market opening hours

Different sections operate on different schedules:

Section	Published hours
Fish Market	Open 24 hours; Friday deep-cleaning closure 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Meat Market	Open 24 hours
Fruit and Vegetable Market	Open 24 hours
Spice and Dry Goods Market	6:00 am–1:00 am
Supermarket	8:00 am–12:00 midnight
Bazaar	10:00 am–10:00 pm; weekends to midnight
Restaurants	Generally 12:00 pm–12:00 midnight; individual venues vary

Hours can change for Ramadan, public holidays and maintenance. Check the official market page before a special trip.

What to know before you go

The address is Deira Waterfront Market, Al Khaleej Street, Dubai.
Some traders accept cards, but the market advises carrying cash because acceptance is not universal.
Wheelchairs are available with valid ID.
ATMs and an Al Ansari Exchange branch are on site.
Porter service is available for a fee.
A dedicated taxi pick-up and drop-off area is at the main entrance.
Early morning is best for seafood choice; quieter daytime periods can be easier for families.

For another traditional shopping trip in Deira, see our guide to reaching Naif Souk by Metro or bus. Travellers using the Green Line from north-east Dubai may also find the Al Qusais Metro Station guide useful.

Frequently asked questions

What is the nearest Metro station to Waterfront Market?

There is no single station at the entrance. Waterfront Market officially lists Salah Al Din, Abu Hail, Gold Souq and Abu Baker Al Siddique as nearby choices. Abu Hail is a practical interchange point for the final bus or taxi.

Can I walk from the Metro?

You can, but the official estimate from Salah Al Din is 45–50 minutes. A bus or taxi is more comfortable in Dubai's heat and after shopping.

Is Waterfront Market open 24 hours?

The fish, meat, and fruit-and-vegetable markets publish 24-hour operations, but individual sections and cleaning closures differ.

Which app should I use for live directions?

Use S'hail, RTA's journey-planning app, for current Metro, bus and walking connections.

Route and venue details checked against official Waterfront Market and RTA information in October 2026.

How to Get to Waterfront Market by Metro or Bus (2026)