The first completed Etihad Rail Passenger Station has been revealed in Fujairah, offering an early look at what passenger rail travel in the UAE could soon feel like.
Media representatives were recently given exclusive access to the Fujairah station ahead of the official launch of the Etihad Rail Passenger Network. During the preview, journalists boarded a passenger train for a short 20-minute ride from Fujairah Station to Al Bithnah Bridge, experiencing the journey from a passenger’s perspective for the first time.
Although the station is fully completed, it is not yet operational. Officials said the facility is currently undergoing final operational readiness checks and preparations before passenger services begin.
Inside the UAE’s first completed passenger station
The Fujairah station marks a major milestone for the UAE’s upcoming national passenger rail network. Visitors were able to explore the station facilities, access points, waiting areas, and onboard interiors during the media tour.
The short train journey also offered scenic views of Fujairah’s mountainous landscape and the Al Bithnah area, offering a glimpse of how rail travel could provide a different way to experience the country.
Officials noted that some design elements and onboard features shown during the preview are still illustrative and may change before the official launch of passenger services.
Passenger rail launch expected this year
The Etihad Rail passenger network is expected to launch later this year, although an official opening date has not yet been confirmed.
Once operational, the rail network is expected to improve connectivity between emirates and provide residents and visitors with an alternative mode of transport across the UAE.
The passenger rail project has generated strong public interest over the past few years, with many residents eager to see how the service could change travel between major cities and regions in the country.
The Fujairah station preview now offers one of the clearest looks yet at the future of rail travel in the UAE.
