Gold Souq bus station is one of the busiest bus hubs in old Deira, a short walk from the Gold Souk and Gold Souq metro station. Twelve RTA routes start here, going to Al Qusais, International City, Dubai Mall, Al Quoz, Ras Al Khor, Al Rashidiya and Dubai Investment Park.
There are no intercity buses from Gold Souq. For Sharjah, Ajman or Hatta, go to Union Bus Station; for Abu Dhabi, go to Al Ghubaiba.
Quick answer: Routes from Gold Souq include 53 (International City), 27 (Dubai Mall), 13A/13B/13D (Al Qusais), 10 (Al Quoz), 25 (Rashidiya), C05 (Al Ghubaiba) and X94 (DIP). Metro: Gold Souq (G22), Green Line. Pay by nol card.
Gold Souq bus station at a glance
Item | Detail |
Area | Deira, beside the Gold Souk |
Metro | Gold Souq (G22), Green Line; Al Ras (G23) nearby |
Routes starting here | 12 (city and express) |
Intercity | None; use Union or Al Ghubaiba |
Payment | nol card only |
Routes that start or end at Gold Souq
Based on RTA route data in October 2026:
Route | Goes to | Type |
10 | Al Quoz Bus Station | City |
13A | Al Qusais Bus Station (extended to Al Muhaisnah 2 in 2026) | City |
13B | Al Qusais Bus Station | City |
13D | Al Qusais Bus Station | City |
25 | Al Rashidiya (Centrepoint) metro station | City |
27 | The Dubai Mall | City |
43 | Al Qusais Industrial Area 2 | City |
53 | International City | City |
64 | Ras Al Khor | City |
C04 | Creek metro station, Al Jaddaf | City centre |
C05 | Al Ghubaiba Bus Station | City centre |
X94 | Dubai Investment Park | Express |
Route 8, from Al Baraha to Ibn Battuta, also stops just outside the station.
The 13A extension and the 27 reroute came in RTA’s 2026 updates. In July 2026, route 27 moved to Al Mustaqbal Street instead of Al Sukook Street; RTA suggests route 29 from Al Ghubaiba as an alternative for the old stretch.
Most useful routes from Gold Souq
53 to International City. The most frequent route here. RTA’s data showed buses about every 15 minutes and a trip of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes, via Baniyas Square, the Clock Tower, Dubai Festival City, Al Badia and Ras Al Khor. It’s the cheapest way to Dragon Mart.
27 to Dubai Mall. A direct, if slow, bus from old Deira to Downtown. The Green Line plus Red Line is usually faster, but the bus saves changing trains with shopping bags.
C05 to Al Ghubaiba. Links the two creek-side hubs by road via Union, Karama and BurJuman. RTA’s data showed trips every 30 to 50 minutes taking about 45 minutes. The abra is quicker if you only need to cross the creek.
25 to Al Rashidiya. Connects Deira with the Centrepoint end of the Red Line and the Rashidiya bus station feeders to Mirdif and Al Warqa.
X94 to Dubai Investment Park. An express service, popular with workers heading to DIP. RTA rerouted it via Al Yalayis Street in July 2026, so check the stop list in S’hail.
Route 53 runs all the way from the Gold Souk to International City and Dragon Mart.
Gold Souq bus timings
RTA buses run from about 4 am to 1 am across the city, according to the RTA timetable. Routes from Gold Souq mostly start in the early morning and run to around midnight, but each has its own first and last bus.
You’ll see lists online giving one set of times for every Gold Souq route. They don’t match RTA’s schedules, which vary route by route. Check S’hail or the departure screens at the station on the day.
Fares from Gold Souq
Trip | Silver nol card | Red Ticket |
Within 1 zone (for example C05 short hops) | AED 3 | AED 4 |
2 adjacent zones | AED 5 | AED 6 |
3 or more zones (for example 53, X94) | AED 7.50 | AED 8.50 |
Fares are from RTA’s nol fares page. The exact zones depend on where you get off. Our Dubai Metro and bus fares guide explains zones and transfers.
How to get to Gold Souq bus station
By metro. Take the Green Line to Gold Souq (G22). It is a short walk to the bus station. Al Ras (G23) is also close.
From Union. Two stops on the Green Line, Union to Gold Souq. Union Bus Station is where to go for Sharjah, Ajman and Hatta buses.
From Bur Dubai. Take an abra across the creek to Deira Old Souq or Al Sabkha, then walk. Or take C05 from Al Ghubaiba.
From Al Sabkha. It is a few minutes’ walk. The old Al Sabkha bus station lost its main routes in 2025, so Gold Souq is now the main hub in this area.
Gold Souq station and the souks
The station is ideal for a souk visit. The Gold Souk is right beside it, and the Spice Souk and Deira Old Souk are a short walk towards the creek. If you’re shopping, travel light: gold souk purchases and full bags are easier on the metro than on a crowded bus at rush hour.
The area is busy and the streets are narrow. Allow extra time to find your bay, especially on Friday evenings and weekends when the souks are crowded.
Mistakes people make at Gold Souq
Looking for intercity buses here. Gold Souq has none. Some websites list E306 or E700 from Gold Souq; RTA’s data shows E306 from Al Ghubaiba and E700 from Etisalat by e&.
Trusting a single “first and last bus” for every route. Times vary by route.
Missing route changes. 27 and X94 were both rerouted in 2026.
Using the bus to cross the creek. The abra is faster and cheaper for a simple crossing to Bur Dubai.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Gold Souq to International City?
Route 53 runs from Gold Souq to International City, via Baniyas Square, the Clock Tower, Dubai Festival City and Ras Al Khor. RTA’s data shows buses about every 15 minutes and a trip of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes. It also stops at Dragon Mart.
Is there a bus from Gold Souq to Dubai Mall?
Yes. Route 27 runs from Gold Souq to The Dubai Mall. In July 2026, RTA moved part of the route to Al Mustaqbal Street. The Green Line to the Red Line is often faster, but the bus avoids changing trains. Check the stop list in S’hail.
Which metro station is near Gold Souq?
Gold Souq metro station (G22) on the Green Line is the closest, a short walk away. Al Ras (G23) is also nearby. From the Red Line, change to the Green Line at Union or BurJuman. Gold Souq station was called Palm Deira until 2020.
Are there intercity buses from Gold Souq?
No. RTA’s current route data shows no intercity routes starting at Gold Souq. For Sharjah, Ajman and Hatta, go to Union Bus Station, two Green Line stops away. For Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and E306 to Sharjah, go to Al Ghubaiba in Bur Dubai.
What are the Gold Souq bus timings?
Dubai buses run from about 4 am to 1 am, and most Gold Souq routes run from early morning to around midnight. Each route has its own first and last bus and frequency, which change during the year. Check the S’hail app or the screens at the station.
Travelling from Gold Souq bus station
Gold Souq is old Deira’s main hub, with routes across the city and the Gold Souk on the doorstep. Use S’hail for times, the Green Line for speed, and Union or Al Ghubaiba for anything intercity.
See all stations and route types in our Dubai bus guide. For how it all connects, read the Dubai public transport guide, or browse the Live In Gulf homepage.
Disclaimer: routes are based on RTA route data and announcements checked in October 2026. RTA changes routes regularly, so confirm in the S’hail app before you travel.
