Dubai: Motorists travelling between Dubai and Sharjah faced a difficult Thursday-morning commute, with heavy congestion reported on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), Al Ittihad Road (E11) and several connecting routes.
Live traffic information cited by Gulf News at around 8:55am showed multiple slow-moving sections across Dubai and around the Dubai-Sharjah border. The most serious pressure was on E311, while E11 was also heavily congested through northern Dubai.
The traffic situation was not limited to the two main Dubai-Sharjah corridors. Congestion was also reported around Business Bay, Al Khail Road, Ras Al Khor, Deira and roads serving Dubai International Airport.
E311 sees heavy delays towards Sharjah
Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road was among the busiest routes during the morning rush.
Traffic was particularly slow near the Jumeirah Village Circle interchange, with vehicles joining from Jumeirah Village Triangle and Dubai Sports City moving slowly. D63 was also showing severe congestion around Al Barsha South and the Saheel/Arabian Ranches roundabout.
The slowdown continued towards Sharjah, including Muwaileh Commercial and industrial areas close to the University of Sharjah. A traffic incident marker and lane restriction were also reported in that area.
For motorists whose journeys take them towards Sharjah’s industrial districts, the conditions on E311 could add significant time to the morning trip.
E11 congestion affects Deira and airport approaches
Al Ittihad Road (E11) was another major trouble spot.
Traffic was reported to be heavy through Deira, Abu Hail and Al Qusais, with particularly difficult conditions on roads feeding towards Dubai International Airport.
The airport-side congestion included the cargo-area vicinity near 5th Street and Al Garhoud, where several incident markers were visible on the live traffic map. Oud Metha and areas around Dubai Creek were also experiencing slow movement.
Motorists heading towards the airport should therefore allow additional time rather than relying on normal Thursday-morning journey times.
Dubai-Sharjah border remains a key bottleneck
The Dubai-Sharjah crossing continued to be one of the most challenging parts of the morning commute.
Heavy traffic was reported around Al Nahda Park and the Al Mamzar Beach interchange on both sides of the border. Roads feeding Sharjah’s industrial areas from E311 and D95 were also experiencing significant pressure.
The congestion follows a pattern seen repeatedly during weekday commuting periods, when large numbers of motorists travel between homes in Sharjah and workplaces in Dubai.
Business Bay and Ras Al Khor also affected
Drivers who were not travelling towards Sharjah were also encountering delays elsewhere in Dubai.
The Business Bay and Al Khail Road (E44) interchange was heavily congested, with traffic backing towards Al Jadaf on E66. Further delays were reported through Ras Al Khor and D77 towards Nad Al Sheba.
Another congestion point was identified near Al Qouz Fourth and the D69 junction.
These secondary bottlenecks can make alternative routes less effective during the busiest part of the morning rush, particularly when congestion spreads from major highways onto feeder roads.
What should motorists do?
Because live traffic conditions can change as incidents are cleared or traffic volumes shift, motorists should check navigation information immediately before leaving.
Drivers heading between Dubai and Sharjah should consider:
- Allowing extra time for the journey.
- Checking live traffic conditions before departure.
- Comparing E311, E11 and other available routes based on the destination.
- Taking particular care around incident and lane-restriction areas.
- Avoiding sudden lane changes near congested sections.
- Following temporary traffic signs and instructions from authorities.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority provides journey-planning and transport information through its website and related services.
For Thursday-morning commuters, the main takeaway is that delays are spread across several corridors rather than being confined to one location. E311 and E11 are particularly important for Dubai-Sharjah traffic, while motorists travelling elsewhere in Dubai should also allow for congestion around major interchanges.
What happened on Dubai’s roads on September 10, 2026?
Heavy morning congestion was reported across several major Dubai roads, particularly E311 and E11, affecting the Dubai-Sharjah commute.
Which road has the heaviest traffic?
E311 was reported as one of the worst-affected routes, particularly around the Jumeirah Village Circle interchange and towards Sharjah.
Is E11 affected by traffic?
Yes. Heavy traffic was reported along E11 through Deira, Abu Hail and Al Qusais, including approaches towards Dubai International Airport.
Is the Dubai-Sharjah border congested?
Yes. Traffic was reported around Al Nahda Park and the Al Mamzar Beach interchange, with congestion extending into roads serving Sharjah’s industrial areas.
Are Dubai airport roads affected?
Yes. Congestion was reported on roads around Dubai International Airport, including areas near the cargo facilities and Al Garhoud.
Are other Dubai roads experiencing delays?
Yes. Business Bay, Al Khail Road, Al Jadaf, Ras Al Khor and Nad Al Sheba were among the other areas experiencing traffic pressure.
What should Dubai-Sharjah commuters do?
Motorists should check live navigation information before leaving, allow extra journey time and compare available routes according to their destination.
