Marina Mall Bus Stop
Ready for some retail therapy in Abu Dhabi? Let me take you through everything Marina Mall Bus Stop has to offer.
Marina Mall represents one of Abu Dhabi's premier shopping destinations with 400+ luxury and mid-market retail stores, dining, entertainment, and family attractions. The bus stop serves shoppers, diners, entertainment seekers, and workers employed in this major retail complex. Located on the stunning Abu Dhabi waterfront, Marina Mall is a flagship shopping destination combining retail therapy with scenic views.
Shopping Destination Prominence
Marina Mall stands as a premier retail destination combining luxury brands (Burberry, Gucci, Prada, Tiffany & Co.), mid-market retailers, dining options, and entertainment venues. The mall anchors downtown Abu Dhabi shopping with both local and international tourist appeal.
Retail & Entertainment Mix
Luxury Brands
High-end fashion, jewelry, accessories serving affluent shoppers and international visitors
Mid-Market Retail
Fashion, electronics, home goods serving general population shopping needs
Dining Options
Diverse restaurants from casual to fine dining with international and local cuisine
Entertainment
Bowling alley, nine-screen cinema (Vox Cinemas), gaming centers, family entertainment
Services
Supermarkets, pharmacies, banking services, accessibility features
Passenger Demographics & Traffic Patterns
Family Shoppers
Families planning weekend shopping and entertainment. Thursday-Saturday evenings (6:00-9:00 PM) show peak family leisure traffic.
Fashion & Luxury Shoppers
Affluent customers seeking designer brands and premium merchandise. Afternoon peaks (2:00-6:00 PM).
Dining Visitors
Lunch (12:00-2:00 PM) and dinner (6:00-9:00 PM) concentrated periods.
Entertainment Seekers
Cinema and gaming center visitors, particularly evening and weekend peaks.
Retail Workers
Sales staff, restaurant employees, maintenance personnel with varied shift times.
Tourists
International visitors exploring Abu Dhabi's shopping and entertainment.
Business Professionals
Office workers visiting for midday dining, afternoon shopping.
Routes & Connectivity
Route 5 (City Bus)
Al Zahiyah (Al Falah St / Shk. Zayed Bin Sultan St) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: Daily throughout operating hours
- Frequency: Regular service
- Purpose: Central shopping district connectivity
- Journey: Downtown Al Zahiyah to Marina Mall
Route 7 (City Bus)
Al Zahiyah (Al Falah St / Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan St) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: 24 hours daily
- Frequency: Every 10-15 minutes (most frequent service)
- Purpose: 24/7 downtown-to-mall connectivity
- Journey: All-day shopping access
Route 9 (City Bus)
Zayed Port (Cruise Terminal) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: Daily throughout operating hours
- Frequency: Every 10-20 minutes
- Purpose: Waterfront/cruise to downtown shopping
- Journey: Cruise passengers to shopping attractions
Route 11 (City Bus)
Zayed Port (Al Suhiliyah St / Al Mina Centre) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: 5:27 AM - 11:05 PM daily
- Frequency: Every 20 minutes
- Purpose: Waterfront to central shopping
- Journey: Comprehensive waterfront-downtown connectivity
Route 22 (City Bus)
Rabdan (Al Khor St / Qaryat Al Beri Souq) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: Daily throughout operating hours
- Frequency: Regular service
- Purpose: Western residential area to central shopping
- Journey: Suburban to downtown shopping
Route 26 (City Bus)
Al Muntazeh (Al Muntazeh St / Khalifa Park) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: Daily throughout operating hours
- Frequency: Regular service
- Purpose: Central residential to shopping district
- Journey: Neighborhood to retail hub
Route 63 (City Bus)
Al Reem Island (Al Reem Mall) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: Daily throughout operating hours
- Frequency: Regular service
- Purpose: Island residential to downtown shopping
- Journey: Al Reem to Marina Mall connectivity
Route 65 (City Bus)
Jazeerat Al Reem (Al Rayfah St / Al Reem City of Lights) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: Daily throughout operating hours
- Frequency: Regular service
- Purpose: New developments to established shopping
- Journey: Island developments to downtown retail
Route 67 (City Bus)
Jazeerat Al Reem (Al Muqarrab St / Al Reem Shams) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: Includes early morning service (3:43 AM, 4:48 AM) plus regular daytime
- Frequency: Regular service with expanded early morning
- Purpose: Island shopping destinations to Marina Mall
- Journey: Al Reem to downtown shopping
Route 69 (City Bus)
Jazeerat Al Maryah (Hamouda Bin Ali Al Dhaheri St / Al Maryah) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: Daily throughout operating hours
- Frequency: Regular service
- Purpose: New development island to established shopping
- Journey: Al Maryah developments to downtown retail
Route 71 (City Bus)
Jazeerat Al Reem (Al Muqarrab St / Al Reem Shams) to Al Kasir (King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St / Marina Mall)
- Operating Hours: Daily throughout operating hours
- Frequency: Regular service
- Purpose: Island residential to downtown shopping
- Journey: Island community to retail hub
Mall Facilities & Services
Retail
400+ stores spanning luxury brands to practical shopping
Dining
Diverse restaurants from casual to fine dining, international and local cuisine
Entertainment
Nine-screen cinema (Vox Cinemas), bowling alley, gaming centers
Services
Supermarkets, pharmacies, banking, currency exchange, accessibility features
Family Amenities
Children's play areas, family entertainment
Seasonal Shopping Patterns
Winter (October-April)
Peak shopping season with comfortable temperatures. Tourist traffic maximized. Family leisure peaks particularly weekends (Thursday-Saturday evenings).
Summer (May-September)
Reduced daytime shopping as extreme heat deters activity. Evening shopping increases (8:00 PM-midnight) as heat subsides. Air-conditioned mall becomes heat refuge.
Holiday Periods
Ramadan, Eid, and major sales create traffic spikes with maximum shopping activity.
School Holidays
Family leisure increases as parents plan entertainment and shopping with children.
Cost & Transportation Efficiency
- Bus: AED 1-2 (Nol Card) - Most economical for shoppers
- Taxi: AED 25-40 depending on origin and traffic
- Ride-Sharing: AED 15-35 depending on demand
For budget shoppers, buses represent 90-95% savings compared to taxis.
Hafilat Card Information
Shoppers unfamiliar with the Hafilat Card system can purchase cards at designated outlets at the mall or major bus stations.