Navigating Abu Dhabi’s New Darb Toll Gates

Abu Dhabi Darb Toll Gates 2026: The Complete Guide
Official UAE Road Update • 2026

Abu Dhabi Darb Toll System 2026: Ghantoot & Al Qurm Gates – Complete Guide.

Abu Dhabi's Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) is expanding the Darb system. Prepare your inter-emirate travel for the Ghantoot and Al Qurm gates launching May 4, 2026.

The road network connecting Dubai and Abu Dhabi is a vital economic artery, serving thousands of professionals and luxury travelers daily.

As the capital continues its transition into a world-leading smart city, infrastructure updates like the Darb Toll Gate expansion are critical for maintaining traffic efficiency. These new installations are strategically placed at high-density entry points—Ghantoot and Al Qurm—to optimize vehicle flow.

For corporate executives, staying ahead of these changes is essential. At CABIO LIMO, we specialize in high-precision intercity travel. Our chauffeurs manage all toll deductions automatically, ensuring your journey remains uninterrupted.

Operational Snap-Shot

Date May 4, 2026
Fee AED 4.00
Hours 24/7 (Daily)

Strategic Gate Locations

01

Ghantoot Toll Gate

Positioned on Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Street near the border. This gate is the primary checkpoint for traffic entering Abu Dhabi from Dubai.

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02

Al Qurm Toll Gate

Located on Wahat Al Karama Street, this gate manages flow at Sheikh Zayed Street, serving the city's commercial and governmental hubs.

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Automatic Fees

AED 4Per Crossing

Unlike other structures, the new Darb gates maintain a fixed rate 24/7. Fees are automatically deducted from your linked Darb wallet upon passage.

Social Exemptions

  • Senior Citizens & Retirees
  • People of Determination
  • Low-income Citizens

*Verify exemptions via the ITC portal. Applies to one vehicle per registered individual.

Bypassing the Toll Gates

Bypass Al Qurm Toll

Use Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Street or Arabian Gulf Street to navigate around Al Qurm.

Bypass Ghantoot Toll

Opt for Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Street for inter-emirate travel avoiding the border toll.

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Common Queries

Q: When do gates start?

The new gates begin operations May 4, 2026, active 24/7 daily.

Q: Business trip tolls?

Book with CABIO LIMO and all tolls are managed for you. See our Chauffeur Service in Abu Dhabi.

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Experience the precision of CABIO LIMO. We handle the road network so you can focus on the journey.

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