Scenic rides
The ride is a budget-friendly way to see the creek, skyline and sunset, including views towards the Burj Khalifa.
Al Jaddaf Marine Station - Information & Ticket Office
Al Jaddaf
Al Jaddaf Marine Station is an RTA information and ticket office for short water-transport trips from Al Jaddaf. Visitors commonly use the air-conditioned abra to reach Dubai Festival City or Dubai Creek Harbour, with creek views along the way.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
1,499 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Metro access
Creek Metro Station is the last Green Line stop, followed by a short walk to the marine station.
Helpful staff
Several visitors describe the ticket-office team as patient, polite and clear when explaining the process.
Comfortable facilities
Reviews mention air-conditioned waiting areas, seating, toilets and clean boats.
Useful connections
Boats and occasional ferries serve Dubai Festival City, Dubai Creek Harbour and D3 Dubai Design District.
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid peaks. Visit outside public holidays and busy periods if possible; one visitor faced a 200-metre queue on a public holiday.
Check departures. Check the station screen before joining the queue because reported departure times have changed, including a first boat shift to 8am.
Use Creek Metro. Take the Green Line to Creek, the last stop, then walk roughly five minutes to the marine station.
Bring payment. Carry a NOL card or cash; reviews report both are accepted for the AED 2 crossing.
Choose sunset. For cooler weather and scenic views, one review recommends travelling around 6pm.
Confirm route. Ask the information counter about the destination before boarding, especially if you are visiting for sightseeing.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Darwish Sulaiman
Al Jadaf, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 11:20 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 11:15 PM |
| Sun | 7:15 AM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Long queues
Peak periods and public holidays can mean 20–30-minute waits, with one holiday visitor reporting a 200-metre queue.
Changing timings
Boat start times and frequencies can change, particularly on the Creek Harbour route, disrupting commuters.
Limited frequency
Missing a boat may mean another 20–30 minutes, and some reviews report even longer delays.
Chair maintenance
One visitor reported a chair collapsing while they tried to sit, raising a clear safety concern.
Slow ticketing
A review found both the ticket vending machine and counter slow during a busy visit.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
around 2 AED
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“The boat ride costs around 2 AED, payable via NOL card, cash, or credit card”Google review · December 2024
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The Bottom Line
Al Jaddaf Marine Station is a practical RTA water-transport stop and a surprisingly scenic way to cross Dubai Creek. You can take an abra or boat to Dubai Festival City, connect towards Dubai Creek Harbour, or use occasional ferry services to destinations such as D3 Dubai Design District. The short rides are popular with both commuters and visitors who want skyline and sunset views without paying much.
Access is straightforward from the Green Line’s Creek Metro Station, described by several reviewers as a walk of about five minutes. The station has a clean, air-conditioned waiting area, seating, toilets and a ticket counter; NOL cards are commonly used, while reviews also mention cash and card payments. Staff at the information office are often praised for patiently explaining the options.
The main drawback is predictability. Boat intervals vary by route and time, and missing a service can mean a 20–30-minute wait; public holidays and busy shopping periods may bring long queues. Reported timings have also changed, including a first boat moving from 7:50am to 8am.
Check the departure screen and ask at the counter before committing. Around 6pm is a popular choice for cooler weather and sunset scenery, but allow extra time.