F43

F43 Bus Route Dubai: The Green Loop Through Discovery Gardens and Jebel Ali Gardens

Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop ⇆ Discovery Gardens 12
Dubai
Operator
Dubai RTA
Fare
Zone-based Nol fare (Zone 2)
Frequency
Frequently throughout the day
Journey time
~35-45 minutes for the full loop (~13.8 km)
Stops: Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop → Discovery Gardens 12
Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop
Ibn Battuta, Food Court
Jebel Ali Gardens 1
Jebel Ali Gardens 2
Jebel Ali Gardens 3
Discovery Gardens 1
Discovery Gardens 6
Discovery Gardens 12
Return: Discovery Gardens 12 → Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop

Same route, opposite direction. Fare and frequency are the same as the outbound trip above.

Discovery Gardens 12
Discovery Gardens 6
Discovery Gardens 1
Jebel Ali Gardens 3
Jebel Ali Gardens 2
Jebel Ali Gardens 1
Ibn Battuta, Food Court
Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop
Route map
Standard fare
Zone-based Nol fare (Zone 2)
Notes & additional info

F43 Bus Route Dubai: The Green Loop Through Discovery Gardens and Jebel Ali Gardens

 

Dear All, F43 Bus Route Dubai: The F43 is a green, leafy loop route serving two of Dubai’s largest garden-themed residential communities — Discovery Gardens and Jebel Ali Gardens — all connected back to Ibn Battuta Metro Station.

F43 Bus Route Dubai starts and ends at Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop, looping through Jebel Ali Gardens before covering an extensive 16-stop stretch across Discovery Gardens’ Zen, Mediterranean, and Mogul residential clusters. As a metro feeder route, its entire purpose is to connect these dense residential communities to the Red Line rather than to serve any single standalone destination.

Supporting Dubai’s Green Mobility Strategy for 2030, the F43 is one of the busiest feeder loops in western Dubai, relied on daily by thousands of Discovery Gardens and Jebel Ali Gardens residents who’d otherwise need a car for even a short Metro connection.

 

Route F43 Details

Detail Info
Bus number F43
Route type Circular loop (starts and ends at Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop)
Main starting/ending point Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop
Number of stops 25 stops per most listings (16 in Discovery Gardens alone)
Distance Approximately 13.8 km per full loop
Journey time Approximately 35-45 minutes for the full loop
Operating hours Approximately 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM daily
Fare Zone-based Nol fare (Zone 2)
Best for Discovery Gardens and Jebel Ali Gardens residents commuting via Metro
Nearby attractions Ibn Battuta Mall, Discovery Gardens Pavilion
Operator Dubai RTA

Fare and Nol Card

The F43 uses the standard zone-based Nol card fare for Zone 2 rather than a flat rate. Tap your card when boarding and again when exiting to ensure the correct fare is deducted — failing to tap out results in the maximum fare being charged. As always, cash isn’t accepted.

Because it serves such a large residential footprint, buses can get busy during the morning and evening commute — off-peak hours generally offer a more comfortable ride.

 

How to Ride the F43 Bus

  1. Take the Metro Red Line to Ibn Battuta Station and head to the Metro Bus Stop.
  2. Tap your Nol card as you board, and tap out again when you exit to ensure the correct fare.
  3. Confirm your direction, since the route loops through Jebel Ali Gardens before Discovery Gardens.
  4. Alight at your specific numbered stop within Discovery Gardens or Jebel Ali Gardens.

 

Frequently Asked Questions About Route F43

Where does the F43 bus go?
It’s a circular feeder route starting and ending at Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop, looping through Jebel Ali Gardens and Discovery Gardens.

 

How much does the F43 bus cost?
It follows the standard zone-based Nol fare structure (Zone 2); confirm the exact current amount via the S’hail app.

 

How long does the F43 full loop take?
Approximately 35-45 minutes to complete the entire circuit and return to Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop.

 

Does the F43 connect to the Dubai Metro?
Yes, it starts and ends at Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop on the Red Line, and also touches Al Furjan Metro Station on its route.

 

How many stops does the F43 serve in Discovery Gardens?
16 stops are strategically placed across Discovery Gardens’ residential clusters, covering the Zen, Mediterranean, and Mogul zones.

 

Is the F43 useful for tourists heading to Dubai Marina or JBR?
Yes, some tourists use it to reach Ibn Battuta Metro Station before continuing on to Dubai Marina or JBR via the Red Line.

 

Dubai Public Transport FAQs

Can a damaged Nol card still be used on RTA buses?
A damaged Nol card may not read correctly at the tap point; visit an RTA service centre to have a registered card’s balance transferred to a replacement.

Can groups or tour operators book a private RTA bus charter?
RTA offers separate charter and special-hire bus services outside its standard public routes; enquire directly with RTA for group charter options.

Nearby Routes and Connections

For another feeder route from the same Ibn Battuta hub, this time to Energy Metro Bus Stop, see F44 Bus Route Dubai. See the Dubai bus routes hub for the full list. For live updates, check the RTA official website or S’hail app. F43 Bus Route Dubai: The Green Loop Through Discovery Gardens and Jebel Ali Gardens

Curious about similar garden-community feeder loops elsewhere in the Gulf? KuwaitBusRoute.Blogspot.com covers Kuwait’s city bus network route by route. F43 Bus Route Dubai: The Green Loop Through Discovery Gardens and Jebel Ali Gardens

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Also known locally as خط الباص إف 43 دبي — حلقة تربط ابن بطوطة (Ibn Battuta) بديسكفري جاردنز (Discovery Gardens). F43 Bus Route Dubai: The Green Loop Through Discovery Gardens and Jebel Ali Gardens

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