Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced revised Salik toll gate charges during Ramadan, following mixed reactions to the new dynamic pricing scheme launched last week.

The updated schedule is designed to ease travel for those observing the fast. Ramadan’s start date is yet to be confirmed, with authorities expected to provide further details on when the new timings will take effect.

Here’s a breakdown of what motorists can expect:

• Free Travel During Suhoor:
  From 2 am to 7 am every day, all Salik toll gates will be free, allowing early risers and worshippers to reach mosques for sunrise prayers without incurring any fees.
• Morning Rush Hour Discount:
  On weekdays, between 7 am and 9 am, the toll fee will drop to Dh4 – a welcome reduction from the usual Dh6 – to help ease congestion during the morning commute.
• Toll free Sundays:
  On Sundays, drivers will pay Dh4 from 7 am to 2 am, with the early hours from 2 am to 7 am enjoying free tolls.
• Peak Hour Charges:
  From 9 am to 5 pm, the toll fee remains at Dh 6, maintaining standard charges during the bulk of the day.
• Evening Rates:
  From 5 pm to 2 am, toll fees will be reduced back to Dh4, facilitating smoother journeys for those heading out for Iftar gatherings and evening activities.

The RTA will maintain its dynamic pricing structure for Salik tolls. Drivers will be charged Dh6 during the morning peak hours — from 6 am to 10 am — and again during the late afternoon peak— from 4 pm to 8 pm. Evening travel, however, benefits from a reduced rate of Dh4 between 8 pm and 1 am.

The adjustments aim to provide relief during key meal times — Suhoor and Iftar — while maintaining efficient traffic management across the city.

(Source: gulfbuzz)