Satwa Square 1 & 2 Bus Stops: Routes, Location & Timings
Satwa Square 1 and Satwa Square 2 are RTA bus stops on the Al Satwa Road corridor in the Al Bada’ area of Dubai. They are close to Al Satwa Bus Station, but they serve different directions, so choosing the correct numbered stop matters more than simply finding the right bus number.
Several regular routes pass through this corridor, including 14, 15, 28, 93, C26 and N55. Current Square 2 service data also includes F28 and 98E. Routes and departure times can change, so use the route pattern below for planning and check current RTA information before you travel.
Quick Answer
Satwa Square 1 is used by the core shared routes towards destinations such as Business Bay, Al Khail Gate, Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Al Wasl Park and Al Maktoum International Airport.
Square 2 carries the reverse direction for several of those routes, including services towards Oud Metha, Al Ghubaiba and Al Qusais. The safest rule is simple: check the numbered stop, route number and final destination together before boarding.
Where Are the Satwa Square Bus Stops?
The two stops sit on the Al Satwa Road corridor near the Al Satwa and Al Bada’ area and within walking distance of Al Satwa Bus Station. Current transport data identifies Square 1 with stop code SWSR1, while Square 2 is identified as SWSR2.
Map and transit platforms do not always place every Satwa stop pin at exactly the same point. GTFS-based data can show the numbered Square stops very close together, while other current stop records show a noticeably larger separation. For this reason, treat exact walking distances as approximate and follow the numbered stop and route direction rather than one map figure.
The Square stops are also separate from Satwa Roundabout 1 and 2. If your map shows a Roundabout stop instead, use the Satwa Roundabout map guide to confirm the location before walking to the stop.
Satwa Square 1 vs Satwa Square 2: Which Stop Do You Need?
The two numbered stops serve opposite directions for many of the main routes through the area. A route number can appear on both sides, but its destination changes.
Current route schedules checked in September 2026 show this practical direction pattern.
| Route | Square 1 direction | Square 2 direction |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Business Bay Metro Station | Oud Metha Bus Station |
| 15 | Al Quoz / Al Khail Gate | Al Ghubaiba Bus Station |
| 28 | Dubai Mall | Oud Metha Bus Station |
| 93 | Mall of the Emirates | Al Ghubaiba Bus Station |
| C26 | Al Wasl Park | Al Qusais Industrial Area |
| N55 | Al Maktoum International Airport | Al Ghubaiba Bus Station |
This is why the destination name is as important as the route number. Route 15, for example, uses Square 1 for the Al Khail Gate direction, while Square 2 serves the Al Ghubaiba direction.
The wider bus stops near Satwa Roundabout serve related journeys, but they are different stop entities. Do not switch between “Square” and “Roundabout” in a journey planner unless your route specifically tells you to do so.
Which Buses Stop at Satwa Square?
The core routes repeatedly shown for the Square corridor are 14, 15, 28, 93, C26 and N55. Current Square 2 data also shows F28 and 98E, while nearby Al Satwa Bus Station adds many more services that may appear in “nearby” route lists.
This distinction matters. A transport app can display a route because its boarding point is only a few minutes away, even when that bus does not stop at the exact roadside Square stop.
Buses from Satwa Square 1
Current GTFS-derived stop data lists routes 14, 15, 28, 93, C26 and N55 at Square 1. These routes connect the area with Business Bay, Al Khail Gate, Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Al Wasl Park and Al Maktoum International Airport, depending on the service.
Direction examples make the stop easier to understand. Route 28 travels towards Dubai Mall from this side, route 15 towards Al Khail Gate, C26 towards Al Wasl Park and route 93 towards Mall of the Emirates. N55 uses this side for the Al Maktoum International Airport direction.
Buses from Square 2
Square 2 carries the reverse direction for the main shared routes. Current schedule data shows route 14 towards Oud Metha, route 15 towards Al Ghubaiba, route 28 towards Oud Metha, route 93 towards Al Ghubaiba, C26 towards Al Qusais Industrial Area and N55 towards Al Ghubaiba.
F28 and 98E also appear in current Square 2 stop data. Feeder and terminal routes can have less obvious patterns around Satwa, so check the destination shown by RTA rather than assuming a route always travels in one direction from this stop.
Satwa Square Bus Timings and Live Arrivals
There is no single “opening time” for a roadside bus stop. Each route has its own operating schedule, and first and last departures vary by route and day.
Current data shows daytime services starting early, while N55 provides an overnight connection through the Satwa corridor. Square 2 schedules also show early-morning F28 services. Exact departures should be checked on the day of travel because route schedules can change.
For an actual journey, live departure information is more useful than a long timetable copied into an article. RTA provides a Journey Planner, downloadable timetables and a departure board where passengers can select their stop and route.
Check the route shortly before leaving, especially for early-morning, late-night or less frequent services.
Is Al Satwa Bus Station Close to the Square Stops?
Yes. Al Satwa Bus Station is a short walk from the Square corridor. Current transport records place several station bays within a few hundred metres of the numbered Square stops, although the exact figure varies according to the pin and bay being measured.
The bus station is a larger local hub with routes that do not necessarily board at the Square roadside stops. If your journey planner sends you to a numbered station bay, follow that instruction rather than waiting at the Square.
For terminal routes, bays and wider connections, the Al Satwa Bus Station guide covers that separate transport hub in more detail.
What Is the Nearest Metro Station to Satwa Square?
There is no Metro station inside Al Satwa itself. World Trade Centre and Emirates Towers are the two main nearby Red Line options, but the nearer choice depends on the exact Square stop and map pin.
Current data for the Square 1 side places World Trade Centre closer than Emirates Towers, while a current Square 2 record places Emirates Towers closer. This is why one fixed “nearest Metro” answer can be misleading for the whole Satwa area.
The easiest Metro connection can also differ from the shortest walking route. A direct bus connection may be more practical than walking to whichever station appears slightly closer on a map.
The nearest Metro station to Satwa guide compares the wider neighbourhood options and bus connections.
Nol Card and Bus Fares
Dubai public buses use the Nol payment system. RTA currently requires a minimum Nol card balance of AED 7.50 before using public transport. Passengers should tap the card when boarding and again when leaving the bus.
For regular Silver and Personal cards, current standard fares are:
- AED 3 within one zone
- AED 5 across two adjacent zones
- AED 7.50 across more than two zones
The fare depends on the zones crossed during the journey, not simply on boarding at Satwa Square.
Remember to tap out correctly after the journey. RTA states that the system calculates the fare according to the zones travelled when the passenger checks out.
How to Identify the Correct Stop
Before walking to the stop, check these details in your journey planner:
- the numbered stop: Square 1 or Square 2;
- the bus route number;
- the destination or direction shown for that bus;
- whether the app is sending you to a Square stop or an Al Satwa Bus Station bay.
Do not cross the road simply because the same route number appears at the other stop. The same bus number can serve a different endpoint from the opposite side.
This pattern also appears at nearby paired stops. The guide to Satwa Masjid 1 and 2 explains another set of numbered stops where direction matters.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
The most common mistake is treating Satwa Square 1 and Square 2 as interchangeable. The stops are related, but several routes travel towards different destinations from the two sides.
Another mistake is relying on an old timetable screenshot. Bus schedules, route endpoints and service patterns can change. RTA’s current journey-planning tools are a safer choice when you need the next departure.
Also watch for nearby-route lists. Transport apps can show buses from Al Satwa Bus Station because the terminal is close to the Square stops. Check the exact boarding-stop name before assuming every nearby route stops at the Square.
Finally, do not confuse Satwa Square with Satwa Roundabout. They are separate transport names used for different points in the same wider area.
Should You Use a Fixed Timetable or Live Arrivals?
Use a timetable to understand the normal service window, but use current departure information for the bus you actually plan to catch.
Dubai traffic, timetable updates and service changes can affect your journey. RTA’s public transport tools allow users to plan a journey, download timetables and check a departure board by stop.
This is particularly useful for overnight N55 journeys, early-morning travel and routes with wider gaps between services.
Final Travel Tips
Keep at least the required Nol balance, confirm the complete stop name and check the destination before boarding.
If a route does not serve the numbered Square stop you expected, check whether the journey planner is directing you to nearby Al Satwa Bus Station instead. The two locations are close, but they are not the same boarding point.
For the simplest trip, rely on three details together: stop number, route number and destination.
Conclusion
Satwa Square 1 and Square 2 are useful RTA stops for travelling between Al Satwa and destinations across Dubai. The main thing to remember is direction: routes such as 14, 15, 28, C26 and N55 use the two stops for different endpoints.
Check the numbered stop, bus number and destination together, then confirm the latest departure information before travelling. That prevents the main problem at these stops: having the right route number but waiting in the wrong direction.
