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Al Yalayis Station to Open September 30, Cutting Trip to Abu Dhabi to 57 Minutes
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Al Yalayis Station opens September 30 alongside Al Dhaid in Sharjah, cutting the journey to Abu Dhabi to about 57 minutes as Etihad Rail's passenger network keeps expanding.
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