Hafilat Cards: Your Ticket to Unlimited Bus Travel
Abu Dhabi just made commuting way smoother (and cheaper!). If you’re tired of digging for change every time you hop on a bus, the Hafilat Smart Card is your new best friend.
With passes starting at just Dh35 for 7 days and Dh95 for 30 days, residents and visitors can enjoy unlimited travel across Abu Dhabi city, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra. Seniors and people of determination even get a discounted monthly pass at Dh80—a thoughtful touch by Abu Dhabi Mobility (AD Mobility).
How It Works: Weekly & Monthly Unlimited Passes
- 7-Day Pass – Dh35, valid for unlimited rides for one week.
- 30-Day Pass – Dh95, unlimited rides for a full month.
- Subsidized Monthly Pass – Dh80 for seniors and people of determination (with Emirates ID).
The catch? These passes don’t cover intercity buses—but hey, for everyday commuting inside Abu Dhabi, it’s a total game-changer.
Where to Get Your Hafilat Card
Getting started is easy:
- Anonymous Hafilat Card – Dh10, valid 16 years. Perfect for tourists and short-term visitors.
- Personalized Hafilat Card – For seniors, students, and people of determination. Linked to Emirates ID with extra perks like balance transfer if lost.
You can buy or recharge your card at:
- Darbi website machines (darbi.itc.gov.ae)
- Customer Happiness Offices at bus stations & Zayed International Airport
- Retail partners like Lulu Hypermarket, Lulu Exchange, and Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society
PRO Tip: You can also top up online at hafilat.darb.ae.
Why This Matters for Abu Dhabi Commuters
Besides the obvious cost savings, unlimited passes encourage greener travel by getting more people onto buses and fewer cars on the road. This is yet another step in Abu Dhabi’s sustainable transport push, making city travel affordable, accessible, and eco-friendly.
If you’re planning to explore cultural spots like the Michelin Guide Food Festival at Emirates Palace or heading to Yas Mall, your Dh35 bus pass has you covered.
Quick FAQ for Bus Riders
Q: How much are the passes?
Seven days = Dh35, thirty days = Dh95. Seniors & people of determination get a Dh80 monthly pass.
Q: Do I need a Hafilat card?
Yes. Either anonymous (Dh10, valid 16 years) or personalized (linked to Emirates ID).
Q: Where can I recharge?
Darbi machines, Customer Happiness Offices, Lulu, Co-ops, and online at Hafilat’s official site.
