Zed, Dubai’s homegrown ride-hailing platform, has released data showing how residents and visitors moved across the city in 2025.
The data, compiled in Zed’s Year in Motion 2025 report, shows one user completed 572 trips during the year. The longest journey by time reached 224 minutes, whilst the longest journey by distance covered 265 kilometres. The shortest trip measured 450 metres.
Cash remained the most popular payment method, accounting for 47 per cent of rides on the platform. The app was used by people from 165 nationalities in 2025.
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“Zed’s Year in Motion 2025 offers a fascinating snapshot of how Dubai moves not just in numbers, but in habits, rhythms, and everyday behaviours. These insights reflect a city that is dynamic, diverse, and constantly on the go. As a homegrown platform, understanding these patterns allows us to continue building mobility experiences that truly serve the people of Dubai,” Badr Al Ghurair, CEO of Zed said in a statement.
Business Bay emerged as the most popular drop-off destination, whilst Dubai Mall topped the list as the most-booked attraction.
The busiest booking day of the year fell on October 30, whilst March 24 recorded the highest number of completed trips. 6pm stood out as the most popular time of day to book a ride.
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Dubai Marina recorded the strongest late-night bookings, whilst Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) recorded the highest number of early-morning bookings.
‘ZED50’ emerged as the most-used promo code of the year, offering first-time riders a discounted first trip.
“What stands out from this year’s data is how ride-hailing has evolved from a convenience to a daily essential. From early-morning routines in residential communities to late-night social hubs and long-distance journeys, these trends help us design smarter, more intuitive experiences that align with how people actually live and move in Dubai,” Abhinav Patwa, Executive Vice President and Head of Zed added.
