All About Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah Bus Service

• Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah Bus Routes
• Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah Bus Timings
• Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah Bus Fare
• Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah Bus Facilities
• FAQs

Abu Dhabi to RAK bus service was initiated by Abu Dhabi Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) and Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA). This initiative was taken by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in 2020 to fulfill the demand of public transport between Abu Dhabi the capital city and RAK. 

Now people can easily commute from Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah by bus and vice versa. Let’s get into the details about the bus to Ras Al Khaimah from Abu Dhabi, including the schedule, fare and more. 

ABU DHABI TO RAS AL KHAIMAH BY BUS 

This is the first-ever public commute initiative that allows people to directly travel from Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah by bus and vice versa, ever introduced since 2008.  Besides, people were using other means of public transport in Abu Dhabi to reach RAK. 

Here’s all the information on Ras Al Khaimah to Abu Dhabi bus and vice versa. 

ABU DHABI TO RAK BUS ROUTES

The bus to RAK departs from Abu Dhabi Main Bus Station and reaches Al Hamra Bus Station in Ras Al Khaimah.

Those who wish to travel to the capital city can take a bus from Al Hamra Bus Station that arrives at Abu Dhabi Main Bus Station.

ABU DHABI TO RAK BUS TIMINGS 

The bus to Ras Al Khaimah from Abu Dhabi shuttles 7 days a week. These buses depart two times each day from the capital city. The Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus timings are 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm. 

Similarly, the bus from RAK to Abu Dhabi departs two times a day – 10:00 am and 3:00 pm.  

ABU DHABI TO RAS AL KHAIMAH BUS FARE 

The commute from Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah by bus is comfortable, yet affordable. You can buy tickets for RAK from the designated bus stations in Abu Dhabi. The Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus fare is AED 35. Vice versa, the fare for Abu Dhabi from Ras Al Khaimah by bus is AED 45. 

To avail of the Ras Al Khaimah to Abu Dhabi bus service, you can book tickets online on the RAKBUS official website or through the RAKTA mobile app (Android | iOS) 

COMMUTE DURATION BETWEEN ABU DHABI TO RAS AL KHAIMAH BY BUS 

The estimated trip time is a minimum 2 hours and max 3 hours if you are travelling from Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah by bus. The same duration is estimated vice versa. However, the trip time is dependent upon the traffic situation on the main routes.  

ABU DHABI TO RAS AL KHAIMAH BUS FACILITIES 

The journey from Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah by bus is hassle-free. The bus seats are designed to provide comfort and are fully air-conditioned. Also, seats are reserved for people of determination (PoD). Besides, Ras Al Khaimah to the capital city bus offers similar facilities to the passengers. 

Prior to the launch of Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus service, people going to Ras Al Khaimah used to travel through indirect buses via Sharjah. This entire trip used to take about six hours max from the capital city to RAK and vice versa. The direct bus service between the two cities is not only less time-consuming, but affordable and efficient as well, like other inter-emirate bus services in the UAE. 

Moreover, it is worthwhile to note that the Abu Dhabi to Dubai bus service has been operational for a very long time and people are using the service given the fact that it’s affordable. You can also use public taxis in Abu Dhabi to commute to RAK if high fares are not an issue. Besides, frequent commuters may opt to buy a used car in Abu Dhabi after getting their UAE driving licence and travel to RAK as per their feasibility.

FAQs

What is the Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus service?

The Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus service was launched collaboratively by the Abu Dhabi Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) and the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) to facilitate convenient commuting for residents of both emirates.

What is the schedule of the Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus service routes?

Individuals who want to travel from Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah can take a bus from Al Hamra Bus Station that arrives at Abu Dhabi Main Bus Station.

What are the Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah Bus Timings?

The bus service from Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah operates throughout the week, with two daily departures from the capital city at 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm. In contrast, buses from Ras Al Khaimah to Abu Dhabi run at 10:00 am and 3:00 pm on the same days.

What is the cost of the Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus ticket?

The Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah bus fare is AED 35 and the fare for Abu Dhabi from Ras Al Khaimah is AED 45. 

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