Regional Bus 121: Al Saadiyat to Mazyad Mall

Route Overview

Alternative Island Shopping Route

Reg Bus 121 provides second Al Saadiyat to Mazyad Mall option, ensuring system redundancy for island residents. Operating similar frequency/fare to Route 120, this alternative routing might serve different intermediate stops or provide schedule flexibility. The dual-route approach reflects Saadiyat's growing population requiring reliable shopping access. Multiple route options prevent single-route dependency affecting island residents.

Service Details

Fare Structure

• Standard Fare: AED 2-4 per trip
• Monthly Pass: AED 95 for unlimited travel

Service Frequency

• Bus Interval: Every 30-40 minutes

Route Redundancy Benefits

System Reliability

• Alternative Routing: Different intermediate stops or schedule flexibility
• Prevents Dependency: Island residents not reliant on single route
• Schedule Flexibility: Multiple departure time options

Service Features

Island Shopping Access

• Air Conditioning: Provides comfort for shopping trips
• Luggage Space: Accommodates shopping bags and purchases
• Shopping-Focused: Passenger composition reflects retail travel patterns

Community Significance

Island Accessibility Prioritization

Reg Bus 121 validates island accessibility prioritization. The dual-route approach demonstrates transit system commitment to island communities, ensuring reliability equivalent to urban mainland areas.

Service Redundancy

The route demonstrates system redundancy for island communities—providing multiple route options ensures that service disruptions or scheduling conflicts don't isolate island residents from essential shopping destinations.

Population Growth Support

By providing two routes serving the same island-to-mall connection, Reg Bus 120 and 121 reflect and support Saadiyat Island's growing population and increasing demand for reliable mainland connectivity.