Between emirates

Public transport between emirates — buses and other options.

Intercity buses

Buses run from main bus stations in Dubai to the other emirates. Each emirate's transport authority runs its own services.

Paying

Some services from Dubai take Nol; elsewhere you may need that emirate's card or ticket.

Routes and timings

Approx. Dubai–Abu Dhabi buses every 15–30 min (~2 hrs, AED 25). Dubai–Sharjah buses run frequently (fare in the S'hail app). Abu Dhabi–Al Ain via ITC buses. Taxis between emirates charge the meter plus a return/boundary fee.

Where to go — useful links

Prices and timings are approximate and change — confirm on the official site before paying.

RTA intercity buses

Dubai to Abu Dhabi (E101 from Ibn Battuta / Al Ghubaiba), Sharjah, Ajman and more.

Dubai–Abu Dhabi about AED 25 (E100/E101, e-tickets on RTA); Dubai–Sharjah fare not confirmed — check the S'hail app

Not confirmed — check the official site

Etihad Rail

National passenger rail (launching in phases).

SharjahSharjah RTA

Sharjah intercity buses and taxis.

Related questions

Is there a bus from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?

Yes. Check current routes and times with RTA and ITC.

Official sources

Related guides

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