Ramadan 2025: Dubai Metro, Salik, Parking & Car Showroom Timings

As Ramadan approaches, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced revised timings for public transport, parking, customer service centers, and vehicle testing facilities. These adjustments ensure that residents and visitors can plan their travel and service needs accordingly. In addition, car showrooms and dealerships will experience a shift in customer behavior and therefore timings, with extended hours catering to the unique shopping patterns during Ramadan.

Salik Toll Gate Pricing During Ramadan 2025

The RTA has introduced new peak hours for Salik toll gates. The new peak hours will apply only during Ramadan 2025 and the Salik gates will go back to the new dynamic pricing peak hours introduced in February.

Ramadan 2025 Salik Prices & Timings:

• AED 6: 9 am – 10 am & 4 pm – 5 pm
• AED 4: 7 am – 9 am; 11 am – 4 pm; 5 pm – 2 am (next day); and the entire day on Sundays
• Free: 2 am – 7 am (Monday to Sunday)

Dubai Metro Operating Hours

Dubai Metro will continue to be a convenient mode of transport, with adjusted operating hours to suit the Ramadan schedule. Commuters should take note of the changes to avoid inconvenience. Dubai night transport options include Taxi services from various service providers. Here’s a detailed guide to Dubai Taxi, the different colours and more.

Dubai Metro Ramadan Timings:

Dubai Tram Operating Hours

The Dubai Tram will also have modified service hours, ensuring that passengers can travel conveniently across key locations.

• Monday to Saturday: 6 am – 1 am (next day)
• Sunday: 9 am – 1 am (next day)

Public Bus and Marine Transport

Public buses and marine transport play a crucial role in daily commuting. The RTA has advised passengers to check for updated schedules via the S’hail App to plan their journeys via RTA bus, Dubai Ferry, Dubai Water Taxi, and Abra effectively.

Public Parking Timings

Public parking hours are also adjusted during Ramadan, with specific timings applicable throughout the week. Here’s a detailed guide to parking zones, timings, charges and more.

• Monday to Saturday: 8 am – 6 pm, and 8 pm – Midnight
• Multi-level parking buildings: Operate round-the-clock

RTA Customer Happiness Centres

Customer Happiness Centres are available for residents needing assistance with various RTA services. While traditional centers have specific operating hours, smart centers remain open 24/7.

• Umm Ramool, Deira, Al Barsha, Al Tawar, Al Manara centres:
  • Monday to Thursday: 9 am – 5 pm
  • Friday: 9 am – 12 pm
• Smart Customer Happiness Centres (Umm Ramool, Deira, Al Barsha, Al Kifaf, RTA HQ): Open 24/7

Vehicle Testing & Registration Service Centres

Vehicle testing and registration centers will operate with adjusted schedules to accommodate Ramadan routines. Below are the specific timings for various locations.

Tasjeel Centres

• Jebel Ali:
  • Monday to Thursday & Saturday: 7 am – 4 pm
  • Friday: 7 am – 12 pm
• Hatta:
  • Monday to Thursday & Saturday: 8 am – 3 pm
  • Friday: 8 pm – 12 am
• Al Qusais, Al Barsha, Al Warsan:
  • Monday to Thursday & Saturday: 8 am – 4 pm, 8 pm – Midnight
  • Friday: 8 am – 12 pm, 4 pm – Midnight
• Tasjeel Motor City, Discovery Gardens, City of Arabia, Al Awir & Al Twar:
  • Monday to Thursday & Saturday: 8 am – 4 pm, 8 pm – Midnight
  • Friday: 8 am – 12 pm, 8 pm – Midnight

Other Service Providers

Several other vehicle testing and registration centers will follow similar revised schedules for Dubai vehicle testing hours to meet customer needs during Ramadan.

• Operating Hours: 8 am – 4 pm, 8 pm – Midnight
• Friday Hours: 8 am – 12 pm, 8 pm – Midnight

Service Providers include:

• Al Mutakamela: Al Awir & Al Quoz
• Wasel: Nad Al Hamar, Al Jaddaf, Arabian Center
• Tamam Al Ghandi
• AG Cars: Al Mamzar & Deira
• Al Mumayaz: Al Barsha & Al Mizhar
• Tajdeed
• Shamil: Al Qusais, Al Adhed, Nad Al Hamar, Al Muhaisnah
• Aber Centres

Vehicle Service Centres

AutoPro: Al Satwa Autopro, Al Mankhool, Al Yalayis:

• Monday to Thursday & Saturday: 8 am – 4 pm, 8 pm – Midnight
• Friday & Sunday: 8 am – 12 pm, 8 pm – Midnight (Sunday: Technical inspection only)

Car Showroom Timings During Ramadan

Ramadan significantly influences consumer behavior, affecting shopping patterns, showroom visits, and test drives. Automotive retailers adapt by extending their hours and offering promotions to align with the shift in consumer preferences.

• Reduced Daytime Visits: Shoppers tend to rest and observe religious commitments, leading to lower showroom footfall.
• Peak Hours Post-Iftar: Most customers prefer evening visits, prompting dealerships to extend working hours until midnight.

To cater to buyers post Iftar, car dealerships often operate with a skeleton crew during morning hours, closing down for Iftar and then reopening every evening with full vigour. Ramadan also brings with it discounts, deals and limited-period offers. Check out our detailed guide on Ramadan car offers from all the car manufacturers in the UAE for the best deals on cars.

Dubai Public Transport During Ramadan

Dubai’s transport and automotive sectors adjust operations to cater to residents’ needs during Ramadan 2025. With revised metro, tram, and bus timings, updated Salik pricing, modified parking hours, and extended showroom schedules, residents and visitors can plan accordingly. Whether commuting or looking to purchase a new vehicle, these changes ensure a seamless experience throughout the holy month. Bookmark this page for Ramadan travel updates.

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