The world of Formula 1 just got even bigger, thanks to Brad Pitt’s electrifying new film. Packed with exhilarating racing sequences, A-list stardom, and a movie that has your attention from the first lap. Want to feel the adrenaline of F1 without leaving your seat? This movie is the closest you’ll get. But what if I say, not quite? What if you have the opportunity to visit the circuit where it was shot? That too for FREE… Yup! You heard it right; you have the chance to visit the Yas Marina Circuit entirely for free. Let’s shift the gears and get into the details!
Aloha! Race Track
It is not every day that you get to walk, jog, or cycle on the Formula 1 track for free. The 5.4 km circuit is accessible and well-maintained, providing stunning views of the Marina along with the Yas Viceroy Hotel. This program brings together a community of fitness enthusiasts, creating a social atmosphere. If you, ladies, want a wheelie good time, then Tuesdays are dedicated solely for you.
But that’s not the end of it. Duh! You obviously can’t think that a circuit of 5.4 km offers just this much. The only catch is that these are going to be paid activities. (HA! You thought paying for the movie was enough.)
DriveYas lets you get behind the wheel of various performance cars to experience the thrill of driving the Formula 1 track or be a passenger princess and enjoy rides in vehicles like the Chevrolet Drift Taxi, amongst various driving experiences. There is also a dedicated Karting track provided with various configurations that is suitable for all ages.

Gassed Up And Ready To Go?
To start your journey, you must visit the Yas Marina Circuit website and register for the TrainYas program. You will need to create an account or log in if you already have an account. Upon registration, you will receive a barcode or QR code, which will provide you access to the track.
The program offers free access for cycling, running, and walking on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 10 PM, and Tuesdays are ladies-only. It is important to remember these sessions are not available every day of the week and require registration to participate.
The centre also offers bikes and helmets to those who wish to cycle but do not have their own bikes on a first-come, first-served basis.
Check out more details here.
Zoom Zoom, Cue The Way
There are many transportation options available to help you get to the Circuit from both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Listed below are some useful ways to help you get around hassle-free.
Dubai to Yas Marina Circuit
Bus Service
Al Ghubaiba Bus Station: Easily accessible by the Dubai Metro station on the green line with the same name (Al Ghubaiba). There, the E100 takes approximately two hours and departs every 20 to 25 minutes, while the E101 takes around one and a half hours and departs every 20 minutes. On weekends, the first service departs at 4:20 am, and the last service departs at 12:15 am. A one-way ticket costs AED 30 and will be deducted from your Nol card as soon as you tap in.
Once you reach Abu Dhabi, you will hop on the inner-city 190 bus route to Yas Island, for which you will need a Halifat Smart Card to use. Alternatively, you can use the Experience Abu Dhabi Shuttle Bus to connect to tourist spots, which include Yas Island.
Once at Yas Island, another free shuttle bus will take you to the circuit, after which you will steer straight into the racing action.
Taxi Service
A Hala Taxi should cost approximately AED 220 to AED 280, taking about 1 hour and 30 minutes when travelling to the circuit from Dubai.
Luckily, the RTA has introduced a new taxi-sharing scheme allowing passengers to share heavily discounted rides to Abu Dhabi.
Costs are reduced by up to 75% for rides from Dubai to Abu Dhabi when sharing a cab from Ibn Battuta Centre.
Car
If you want to go to Yas Marina Circuit in your not-so-F1-y car (it’s just a pit stop away, hehehe…), you still can. It should take you around 1 hour and 8 minutes (Go girl, you just finished 45 laps of F1, slayy).
Inter Abu Dhabi to Yas Marina Circuit
Bus Service
To get to Yas Marina Circuit from Abu Dhabi Bus Station, you need to change your bus once. Alighting bus number 160 at the bus station takes you to the Khalifa City A stop, where you will need to transition to bus number 216, which drops you off at Ferrari World. The Yas Marina Circuit is a 22-minute walk from there.
You can also hop on the Experience Abu Dhabi Shuttle Bus for free, which connects to all the tourist hot spots in Abu Dhabi, including Yas Island.
Taxi Service
A taxi from Abu Dhabi to Yas Marina Circuit costs around AED 70 to AED 90, taking around 20 to 25 minutes. You can always use ride-sharing apps such as Uber or Careem for better prices.
Car
To get to Yas Marina Circuit by your car, it takes around 20 to 25 minutes, which is around 15 laps in an F1 match. (YAY! Maybe?)
Pit Stop For A Bite
By this point, the information must have exhausted you. But do not worry. We have your backs! (or maybe your stomach?) Yas Marina Circuit offers various dining options, ranging from casual to upscale, with cuisines including Italian, Mediterranean, and International fare.
Some of the most well-known dining spaces:
- Cipriani: An upscale Italian restaurant providing an elegant and stylish environment, particularly known for its outdoor terrace overlooking the Yas Marina and the track. They are well known for their Carpaccio alla Cipriani and Bellini cocktail, both invented by Giuseppe Caprini Sr. To know more, visit their website or call them at +971 50 9039722
- Diablito: The two-story Spanish restaurant with a rooftop and veranda offering both Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine, particularly known for its Tapas and Paellas has a sensational view of the yachts on the ground floor, paired with boho-inspired decor and live bands and DJs (at nightfall) from upstairs, and has the most authentic taste of Spain. To know more, visit their website or reach them at +971 2 5656 1175.
- Rangoli at Yas Island Rotana: A stylish dining venue serving North and South Indian cuisine known for its crab shorba, machi tawa masala (whole sea bass), and raan-e-awadh, is complemented by an extensive wine and beverage menu. With its modern décor, chic tableware, freshly cooked dishes from the Tandoor, and aromas from the show kitchen, it transports you to a faraway land. To know more, visit their website or reach them at +971 02 656 4000.

So, there you have it – the real-life F1 track and the F1 movies both promising adrenaline-rushing excitement. But the question lingers – Which one are YOU enjoying first? The movie or your personal Grand Prix? Happy viewing (or racing)!
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