All about Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus service

• RAK to Abu Dhabi Bus Service
• Ticket
• Timings
• FAQs

In 2020, the RAK Transport Authority and the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) in Abu Dhabi signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a new bus service between the emirates. This Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus service is the first direct service connecting the emirates since 2008. Here’s all you need to know about it.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE ABU DHABI TO RAS AL KHAIMAH BUS SERVICE

Before the launch of the Abu Dhabi to RAK bus service, commuters had to either drive the whole distance or change buses in Sharjah, which increased the travel time from RAK to the capital city to over six hours. The new bus service provides a direct route from Abu Dhabi to RAK and vice versa. It is safe, efficient and cheap.

Here’s all the information you need to plan your journey.

HOW MUCH IS THE ABU DHABI TO RAS AL KHAIMAH BUS FARE?

The Abu Dhabi-Ras Al Khaimah ticket price depends on the intended direction of travel.

• Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus fare is AED 35
• RAK to Abu Dhabi bus ticket costs AED 47

FROM WHICH BUS STATION CAN I TAKE THE ABU DHABI TO RAK BUS?

The bus service will run from the Al Hamra Bus Station in RAK to the Abu Dhabi Bus Station in the capital.

WHAT IS THE FREQUENCY OF THE RAK-ABU DHABI BUS SERVICE?

Buses on the Abu Dhabi-Ras Al Khaimah route and vice versa will run twice daily. You can plan your journey accordingly as per your requirements.

WHAT ARE THE ABU DHABI TO RAS AL KHAIMAH BUS TIMINGS?

The bus service runs from Thursday to Saturday.

Here are the Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus timings. 

ABU DHABI-RAK BUS TIMINGS 

• The 1st bus will commence the journey at 01:30 pm and reach at 05:00 pm.
• The 2nd bus will begin the journey at 07:30 pm and reach the destination at 11:00 pm.

RAK TO ABU DHABI BUS ROUTE TIMINGS

• The 1st bus will begin the journey at 09:00 pm and reach the capital at 12:30 pm.
• The 2nd bus will begin the journey at 03:00 pm and reach the UAE capital at 06:30 pm.

WHAT IS THE TOTAL JOURNEY DISTANCE BY ROAD?

The distance between Ras Al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi is approximately 250 km. The bus ride from one emirate to the other can take around 3 hours and 30 minutes. Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus time duration may increase slightly during peak hours.

WHERE CAN I PURCHASE THE ABU DHABI-RAK BUS TICKETS?

You can buy tickets for the RAK-Abu Dhabi bus route from the designated bus stations or via the RAK Transport Authority’s official website. You can also purchase it via the official RAKBus App.

WHAT ARE THE ONBOARD FACILITIES ON THE BUS?

All buses on the Abu Dhabi-RAK route are air-conditioned and have comfortable seats. You will enjoy a smooth journey. There are separately reserved seats for passengers with special needs. The Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah distance will be covered in no time.

FAQS

ARE THERE INTER-CITY BUS SERVICES TO OTHER EMIRATES FROM ABU DHABI?

Yes, there are. You can travel from Sharjah to Abu Dhabi by bus, which is operated by the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA). The Abu Dhabi to Dubai Intercity bus service is also quite popular among the masses who travel back and forth between the emirates.

ARE THERE ANY INTER-EMIRATE BUS SERVICES TO AND FROM DUBAI?

Inter-emirate bus services are also operating from Dubai to other cities. Both the Dubai-Fujairah bus and the Dubai-Al Ain bus service are popular among weekend-ers looking for a quick and affordable escape from the hustle and bustle of Dubai. For more info, check out our guide on inter-emirate bus services in the UAE.

The bus service offers efficient and affordable connectivity between the two emirates. This transportation service from Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah helps develop and improve the inter-city public transport infrastructure in the UAE.

These bus services in the UAE have made inter-city commutes easier, cheaper and safer for all. Besides that, they provide a long-term solution for alternative transportation that can help people improve their travel habits.

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