Dubai Bus Timing SMS Number and Format

Dubai Bus Timing SMS Number and Format

Dubai Bus Timing SMS Number and Format:-The Road Transport Authority (RTA) announced an SMS information service to improve the experience of waiting for public transport in Dubai, making it more convenient. RTA launched the Real Time Passenger Information (RTPI) system, which includes an SMS information service as a component. The SMS service is convenient and easy to get accurate information about bus routes and Metro timings.

How Does the RTPI System Work?

The RTPI system uses an Automated Vehicle Management system to help bus drivers enhance the quality of services and optimize the efficiency of buses. The system provides real-time information through call centres and LCD screens at Metro and bus stations.

Dubai Bus Timing SMS Number and Format
Dubai Bus Timing SMS Number and Format

Benefits of the RTPI System:

The SMS service provides information only about bus and Metro timings. The service costs the standard SMS charges. Passengers can use the SMS service to find details on all bus routes passing through a bus station. The format of the SMS is simple and easy to use.

How to Use the Service?

  • To find information on all bus routes passing through a particular bus station, type the letter (D), followed by space and bus station number. You need to send an SMS to 5223. For example, if you want information on all bus routes passing through bus station number 10, type “D 10” and send it to 5223.
  • To request information on the timings of a specific route, type the letter (D) followed by a space and then the required route number. For example, if you want to find information on the timings of Route 50, you need to type “D 50” and send it to 5223.
  • To request information on public bus timings after a certain period, type the letter (D) followed by a space and then the required timing. For example, if you want information on public bus timings after 3 PM, type “D 15” and send it to 5223.
  • To request bus timings of a specific route, type the letter (D), followed by a space and then the bus station timing and route number. For example, if you want to find information on bus timings for Route 50 at bus station number 10, you need to type “D 10 50” and send it to 5223.
  • To find Metro timings at a specific station, type the letter (D) followed by a space and the platform number. For example, if you want to find Metro timings at Union Station of the Metro Red Line – Jebel Ali Platform, type “D Union Station of the Metro Red Line – Jebel Ali Platform” and send it to 5223.

Note:- Mention all times in the 24-hour format.

With the RTPI system in place, commuters in Dubai can now stay informed and plan their journeys with confidence.

Image/ News Courtesy: Gulf News


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