Student transport

The University of Birmingham Dubai offers students term-time transport services to and from campus.

Bus routes will be planned closer to the start of the academic year. Should you wish to avail transportation during term time, we would request you to fill in the transport application form with your details.

Disclaimer: Transportation for a particular route or area will depend on the number of people interested in using transport for that route, especially Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.

Term-time transport for 24/25 academic year

Undergraduate and postgraduate students

Destination Charges for Term 1 (Sep-Dec) 2024-2025 Charges for Term 2 (Jan-June) 2024-2025 Full Year Fees (Sep 2024-June 2025) Term 1 & Term 2 (with discount)
Dubai AED 2,033 AED 2,922 AED 4,719
Sharjah AED 2,414 AED 3,431 AED 5,566
Ajman AED 2,668 AED 2,922 AED 5,324
Abu Dhabi AED 3,939 AED 5,590 AED 9,075
Al Ain AED 3,939 AED 5,590 AED 9,075

PGCE students

Destination Charges for Term 1 (Sep-Dec) 2024-2025 Charges for Term 2 (Jan-June) 2024-2025 Full Year Fees (Sep 2024-June 2025) Term 1 & Term 2 (with discount)
Dubai AED 890 AED 1,398 AED 2,178
Sharjah AED 1,144 AED 1,525 AED 2,541
Ajman AED 1,271 AED 1,906 AED 3,025
Abu Dhabi AED 2,669 AED 3,177 AED 5,566
Al Ain AED 2,669 AED 3,177 AED 5,566

FAQs

When should I register for student transport?

Registration starts before each term (September and January). Please ensure you have completed the online registration and have your class timetable before registering for transportation.

What are the fees for student transport?

The fees for the transport services per term (Term 1 and Term 2) are specified on this page. 

How do I pay for student transport?

An invoice will be sent to you once you have started using the transport service. Once you have received an invoice, you can pay via direct bank transfer or credit card.

To pay via direct bank transfer please refer to our bank details and guidance.

To pay via credit card please raise a request on our Finance Service Portal.

Can I cancel the student transport once I have registered?

You will be charged for the transport fees once you start using the services for more than one pick up and one drop off. Following this, in the event you wish to cancel the service, you will still be liable to pay the transport fees in full for the term.

Can I change the location of the student transport after registration?

If you plan to change the location of the pick-up and drop-off, please ensure you verbally inform the driver and get in touch with Student Programme Administration at least one week prior to the change. When you submit and enquiry form, please ensure you provide your student email.

Once I complete the student transport registration form, what are the next steps?

On your first day of class, please make your own way to campus. Visit the Student Hub to enquire about your allocated bus' schedule. You may then use the drop off service to return home.

Who do I contact if I have any queries regarding student transport?

If you have queries about student transport, please get in touch with Student Programme Administration by submitting an enquiry form. Please ensure you provide your student email.