Getting Around Ras Al Khaimah
Only a 45-minute drive away from Dubai, it is easy to get to and around Ras Al Khaimah.
Ras Al Khaimah - Getting Here
Just 45 minutes by road from Dubai International Airport, Ras Al Khaimah is easy to reach.
By road, comfortable taxis and frequent bus services link Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. If you’re driving, take the E311 road, passing Sharjah en route to Ras Al Khaimah. Alternatively, take the E611 road and follow signs to Ras Al Khaimah.
Travel times and distances to Ras Al Khaimah:
Dubai International Airport – 45 minutes, 85 kilometers
RAK International Airport – 20 minutes, 18 kilometers
Abu Dhabi International Airport – 2 Hours and 30 minutes, 250 kilometers
Sharjah International Airport – 35 minutes, 60 kilometers
Oman, Mussandam Border – 30 minutes, 40 kilometers
By road, comfortable taxis and frequent bus services link Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. If you’re driving, take the E311 road, passing Sharjah en route to Ras Al Khaimah. Alternatively, take the E611 road and follow signs to Ras Al Khaimah.
Travel times and distances to Ras Al Khaimah:
Dubai International Airport – 45 minutes, 85 kilometers
RAK International Airport – 20 minutes, 18 kilometers
Abu Dhabi International Airport – 2 Hours and 30 minutes, 250 kilometers
Sharjah International Airport – 35 minutes, 60 kilometers
Oman, Mussandam Border – 30 minutes, 40 kilometers
Ras Al Khaimah - Getting Around
With an excellent road network, it’s easy to travel to Ras Al Khaimah from different emirates and enjoy all of the sights and experiences while you’re here.
The Emirate is well served by plentiful taxis and frequent bus services. To book a taxi, simply call 800 1700.
Prebooked taxis from Careem drive visitors to Ras Al Khaimah from Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dubai and Ajman.
The Emirate is well served by plentiful taxis and frequent bus services. To book a taxi, simply call 800 1700.
Prebooked taxis from Careem drive visitors to Ras Al Khaimah from Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dubai and Ajman.
Ras Al Khaimah - Public Transportation
Internal Bus Service
Based on the vision of Ras Al Khaimah 2030 and within the expansion strategy of Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) to provide sustainable transport solutions that meet society needs, RAKTA launched the internal bus service through the trial operation of 4 main routes covering different geographical and vital locations in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, with the aim of providing a safe and integrated transport network that contributes to achieving smooth mobility for all. Service fees: 5-10 AED.
Red route starts from Manar Mall to Al Jazeera Al Hamra area
Blue route starts from Manar Mall to Shaam area
Green route starts from Manar Mall to Ras Al Khaimah Airport
Purple route starts from Manar Mall to the American University
Taxi/Careem
Careem offer simplified transportation to the emirate’s residents and visitors. The service allows customers to book a Careem limousine using their smartphones. Customers are also able to track the ride and pay in cash, through credit cards or Careem credits.
Taxi
Al Hamra Taxi works hand in hand with the RAK Transport Authority to accomplish their vision of providing safe and quality transportation service to local inhabitants and the visiting public at all times. It can be ordered by a call or through the hotel concierge.
Based on the vision of Ras Al Khaimah 2030 and within the expansion strategy of Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) to provide sustainable transport solutions that meet society needs, RAKTA launched the internal bus service through the trial operation of 4 main routes covering different geographical and vital locations in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, with the aim of providing a safe and integrated transport network that contributes to achieving smooth mobility for all. Service fees: 5-10 AED.
Red route starts from Manar Mall to Al Jazeera Al Hamra area
Blue route starts from Manar Mall to Shaam area
Green route starts from Manar Mall to Ras Al Khaimah Airport
Purple route starts from Manar Mall to the American University
Taxi/Careem
Careem offer simplified transportation to the emirate’s residents and visitors. The service allows customers to book a Careem limousine using their smartphones. Customers are also able to track the ride and pay in cash, through credit cards or Careem credits.
Taxi
Al Hamra Taxi works hand in hand with the RAK Transport Authority to accomplish their vision of providing safe and quality transportation service to local inhabitants and the visiting public at all times. It can be ordered by a call or through the hotel concierge.