Etihad Rail: UAE launches first passenger train network connecting Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah
By
Neha Kumari
The UAE is on the brink of a transport revolution with Etihad Rail’s national passenger service, set to begin operations in 2026. After years of infrastructure build-out and testing, the first integrated passenger rail network will link cities from Al Sila in the west to Fujairah in the east, offering a safe, efficient alternative to road travel and boosting connectivity across all seven emirates.
What does the Etihad rail network include?








