Everything you need to know about public transport in Sharjah
The well-established public transport system in Sharjah plays a vital role in facilitating locals and tourists. The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) manages the holistic infrastructure, including buses and taxis. In this guide, we take a detailed look at all the aspects of public transport in Sharjah and bring you all the essential info.
ABOUT PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN SHARJAH
Sharjah is the cultural capital of the UAE and attracts hundreds of tourists who are excited to explore the various heritage sites and cultural icons of the emirate. It’s also a bustling, family-friendly city.
The emirate of Sharjah has an integrated public transport system mainly comprising of the Mowasalat Buses by SRTA. The well-developed road network allows a smooth flow of traffic to various parts of the city.
Similar to the NOL card in Dubai, Sayer and Mowasalat cards offer convenient payment options for Mowasalat buses in Sharjah. Let’s explore the Mowasalat Bus routes, fares and timings to know more about this public transport network.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN SHARJAH: MOWASALAT BUS ROUTES
Mowasalat Transport Services is also managed by the Sharjah RTA. Each day these buses assist hundreds of passengers in their daily commute. Here’s the list of various Mowasalat Sharjah bus routes operating in Sharjah.
ROUTE 1
Route 1 operates from Rolla to Sahara Centre. Route 1 covers various destinations including:
- Rolla
- Jubail
- King Abdul Aziz Street
- Al Estiqal Street
- King Faisal Street
- 1st Industrial Street
- Al Nahda Park
- Sahara Centre
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 3
Route 3 of the Sharjah bus routes operates from Rolla Terminal to Safari Mall terminal. It covers:
- Al Rolla Terminal
- Al Jubail Street
- Central Souq
- King Faisal Street
- Jamal Abdul Nasser Street
- Al Khan Street
- 2nd Industrial Street
- Maliha Road
- Mowaileh Terminal
- Safari Mall Terminal
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 7
Route 7 is another small Mowasalat bus route that starts at the Al Rolla Terminal and ends at Al Jubail Terminal.
- Rolla
- Al Jubail
- Corniche Street
- Al Khalidia Street
- Sharjah Aquarium Street
- Al Taawun Street
- Sharjah Expo Centre
- Al Nahda Street
- Sahara Mall Terminal
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 8
Route 8 takes passengers through five main districts of Sharjah. The Sharjah bus on route 8 starts at Al Rolla Terminal and ends at Sahara Center Terminal. It covers:
- Rolla Terminal
- Shaikh Saqr Bin Khalid Al Qasimi Street
- Al Wahda Street
- Al Khan Street
- Al Nahda Park
- Sahara Center Terminal
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 9
Route 9 is one of the longest routes covered by Mowasalat. Despite that, the fare for the route is the same Sayer card. The starting point of the journey is Al Rolla Terminal and it ends at Sahara Center Terminal covering various areas of Sharjah including:
- Al Rolla Terminal
- Jubail Terminal
- Central Souq Al Ittihad Park
- King Faisal Street
- Al Wahda Street
- Al Khan Street
- Al Taawun Street
- Sharjah Expo Centre
- Sahara Centre
- Al Nahda Street
- Sahara Center Terminal
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 14
Route 14 offers an affordable commute between Al Sharq Terminal and Sharjah International Airport. Route 14 covers various areas:
- Al Sharq Terminal
- Al Sharq Street
- Al Arouba Street
- Al Rolla Square
- King Faisal Street
- Maliha Road
- Al Gharayen and Al Nouf area
- Sharjah National Park
- Sharjah International Airport
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 14X
Route 14X is another significant part of public transport in Sharjah. Route 14X covers the main districts of Sharjah including:
- Al Rolla Square
- Ibrahim Mohammad Al Madfa Street
- King Faisal Street
- Maliha Road
- Muwaileh Terminal
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 15
Route 15 runs between Rolla district and Sharjah International Airport. The Mowasalat bus fare in Sharjah for Route 15 is AED 6 to AED 8. The route covers:
- Al Rolla Terminal
- Shaikh Saqr Bin Khalid Al Qasimi Street
- University City Road
- University City
- Sharjah International Airport
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 77
Route 77 of the Sharjah public transport bus service runs between Muwailah and Sajaa Sharjah. The areas it covers are:
- Muwailah Terminal
- Maliha Road
- Emirates Road
- Al Dhaid Road
- Al Saja’a Terminal
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 88
Route 88 is a key public transport bus route in Sharjah. The route includes different areas such as:
- Al Rolla Terminal
- Al Arouba Street
- Abu Tina
- Al Qasimi Street
- Dhaid Road
- Sharjah Airport Terminal
- Al Saja’a Terminal
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 88X
Route 88X from Rolla bus station in Sharjah covers other areas including:
- Rolla Terminal
- Jubail Terminal
- Maliha Road
- Wasit Street
- Sharjah International Airport
- Emirates Identity Authority
- Al Rahmaniyah Area
- Al Saja’a New Industrial Area
- Al Saja’a Terminal
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
ROUTE 99
Route 99 is ideal for passengers travelling between Jubail and Sharjah International Airport Terminal by public transport bus in Sharjah. The areas covered between the first and last terminals are:
- Jubail Terminal
- Rolla Square
- Zahra Street
- Sheikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi Street
- Sheikh Khalid Bin Khaled Al Qasimi Street
- Abdullah Saleem Al Sabah Street
- Dhaid Road
- Sharjah International Airport Terminal
Ticket price: Cash: AED 8 | Sayer Card fare AED 6
For more Sharjah bus routes and timings visit the official Mowasalat website or the Sharjah RTA official portal.
FIND SHARJAH BUS STATIONS ROUTES AND TIMINGS WITH RIHLATI
RIHLATI by Mowasalat in Sharjah is a satellite and GSM-based technology making it convenient to check for Sharjah public bus timings and routes.
Visit the official RTA Sharjah website or the official app available on App Store and Play Store. It allows passengers travelling through Mowasalat public buses in Sharjah to plan their routes with ease. Simply select the bus stations from a drop down menu and travel within the emirate with ease.
MOWASALAT SAYER CARD
The Sayer card by Mowasalat is an electronic payment system for public transport buses in Sharjah. All Mowasalat buses are equipped with Sayer card readers for easy cashless payment. The Mowasalat Sayer card can be purchased from buses and Mowasalat bus terminals.
Types of SAYER CARDS
There are three types of SAYER cards available that include:
- Blue Card: This discount card gives you a 25% discount on regular bus fares. Each ride costs just AED 6 when you use the Blue Card.
- Gray Card: Pay a flat fee of AED 225 and enjoy unlimited bus rides for an entire month with the Gray Card.
- White Card: This special card is issued by the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority to people of determination, senior citizens and beneficiaries of social assistance programs. It allows them to use public transport within Sharjah city completely free of charge for 1 year.
THE MOWASALAT SAYER MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION CARD
Another convenient card for public transport buses in Sharjah is the Mowasalat Monthly Subscription Card. The card comes with various benefits and rewards.
Just like the Sayer Card, you can get this monthly subscription card on-board Mowasalat buses in Sharjah by paying the driver. You can also renew your Mowasalat card or top-up on your existing card.
- Mowasalat card charges: AED 225 per month (valid for 30 days) with an additional purchase fee of AED 5
SHARJAH INTERCITY BUS ROUTES
Public transport in Sharjah is not just limited to the emirate. But you can also take a bus from Sharjah to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ajman. The tickets start from AED 15 and it varies from one route to another. Use the official Sharjah RTA intercity bus service for more details.
Taxi Services
The SRTA app also offers taxi services. Depending on the requirement you can choose from Normal Taxi, Ladies Taxi, Family Taxi and Special Needs Taxi service. Use the SRTA app to book or schedule a cab. The fare depends on the car type and distance. Besides, the SRTA app, there are other ride-hailing services such as Careem and Uber.
FAQs
What is Mowasalat?
Mowasalat the main public bus system in Sharjah, launched in 2009. Mowasalat is run by KGL Passenger Transport Services, a company under the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA).
Mowasalat has over 500 buses covering multiple routes across the entire emirate. It offers different fare options to suit your needs. Passengers can use Mowasalat or Sayer card, similar to Dubai’s NOL card, for cashless payments on the bus.
Where can I get my Sayer Card?
You can purchase a Sayer Card at your nearest bus station or any Mowasalat bus. Just ask the driver and he’ll help you get a new card with recharge.
WHAT ARE THE MOWASALAT SAYER CARD CHARGES?
The Sayer Card charges in Sharjah are:
- AED 50 (pre-paid balance of AED 45)
- AED 95 (pre-paid balance of AED 90)
Sayer Cards can be recharged onboard the bus.
WHAT TO DO IF MY SAYER CARD IS LOST?
If you lose your card please call 600-522-282 and report your card’s serial number. The call centre agent will disable your card within 48 hours to avoid misuse. Please make sure that you have registered your Sayer Card to avail of this service.
That’s all for our comprehensive guide on public transport in Sharjah. We have listed down the Mowasalat public transport bus routes with timings and fares. Buses serve as the backbone of public transport infrastructure in Sharjah, however, taxis and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem are also widely available.
For a similar guide about the capital of the UAE, check out the various options for public transport in Abu Dhabi. If you’re planning to visit the mega-metropolis, make sure you learn the basics about using the public transport in Dubai
