Emirates Road Partially Closed Overnight for Etihad Rail Work Until September 18
The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority has announced a partial closure of a section of Emirates Road, specifically for traffic traveling from Dubai toward Sharjah. The closure, which began on September 11, 2026, is scheduled to remain in effect until 5:00 a.m. on September 18, 2026.
- Partial closure on Emirates Road from Dubai to Sharjah
- Active daily from 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m.
- In effect until 5:00 a.m. on September 18, 2026
Overnight Timing and Impact
The restriction is active daily only during the overnight hours of 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. to facilitate infrastructure works related to the Etihad Rail project. While the entire road is not closed, commuters, including those on early morning shifts, night shifts, airport duty, logistics, and construction work, should anticipate slower travel times due to reduced lane capacity, traffic diversions, and temporary on-site controls. The restriction specifically impacts the Dubai to Sharjah direction; there is no announced parallel restriction for the opposite direction from Sharjah to Dubai.
Travel Advice and Additional Traffic Updates
Motorists are advised to check live navigation services like Google Maps or Waze before departure and to strictly follow all temporary traffic signage, speed limits, and safety instructions provided by authorities. This infrastructure work is part of the broader development of the UAE national rail network. In addition to the Emirates Road restriction, commuters should be aware that phased traffic arrangements remain in place near University City and the Institutes Land area from August 24 to October 4, 2026, which include partial openings and temporary diversions toward Industrial Area 17. Due to the evolving nature of these works, the RTA advises against relying on unofficial information and emphasizes prioritizing official updates and on-site signage.