If your daily route from Sharjah to Dubai includes the King Faisal Street – Al Wahda Street exit, you’ll need to rethink your plan this week. Sharjah RTA has announced a temporary closure of this major exit from October 3 to October 11, 2025 for essential road improvement works.
What’s happening & why
- Exactly what’s closed: The exit ramp from King Faisal Street leading into Al Wahda Street, heading toward Dubai.
- Duration: 9 days from Friday, October 3 through Saturday, October 11, 2025
- Purpose: The work is part of a broader effort to upgrade road infrastructure, reduce bottlenecks, and improve flow and safety in one of the busiest commuter arteries.
What this means for commuters
- That exit is a key link during rush hours its closure will push extra traffic onto alternate roads and cause delays.
- Expect heavier traffic, especially during morning and evening peaks.
- Authorities will set up diversion signage and have staff on the ground to guide drivers.
Alternate routes & tips for smoother travel
- Use Al Ittihad Road (E11) or Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311) to move between Sharjah and Dubai these are likely your best alternatives.
- Leave earlier than usual to buffer extra travel time.
- Monitor real-time traffic via apps (Google Maps, Waze).
- Use non-peak hours for travel if your schedule allows.
- Watch out for the temporary directional signs and guidance from traffic staff in the affected area.
Final thoughts
It’s never fun to deal with road closures, but this one is relatively short and geared toward long-term benefits. Once upgrades are done, the aim is a more reliable, safer connection between Sharjah and Dubai.
