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Dubai to Abu-dhabi

Dubai to Abu-dhabi Road Distance

140 kms

Dubai to Abu-dhabi Aerial Distance

123 km

Dubai to Abu-dhabi Travel Time

1 hour 22 minutes

How to reach Abu-dhabi from Dubai

The distance between the two cities is approximately 140 Kms hence travelling by road or the metro is convenient and cheap. There are two buses on this route and a metro line. You can also choose to book a taxi.

Tips:
- All tickets are available at bus stops.
- Buy and recharge your Nol card for easy and quick travel.

Knowing The Details

1. Dubai to Abu Dhabi by Car

2. Dubai to Abu Dhabi by Bus

3. Dubai to Abu Dhabi by Metro+Bus

4. Popular Routes to Abu-dhabi

5. Popular Routes from Dubai

6. Places to Visit in Abu-dhabi

7. Hotels in Abu-dhabi

Abu-dhabi Travel Packages

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6 Days / 5 Nights

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Dubai Holiday Package Package for 5 Nights with Yas Island Tour

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Exquisite Dubai & Abu Dhabi Trip

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1. Dubai to Abu Dhabi by Car

Quickest way to reach Abu Dhabi , but more expensive than the public transport system is booking a taxi.

Approximate Taxi Fare: AED 250-300
Approximate Travel Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Car rentals in Dubai: One Click Drive Dubai, Budget Rent a Car, Kayak.

Route 1: Via Exit 11

Distance: 111 Kms
Travel Time: 1 hour 2 minutes.
Sights on the way: Deerfields Mall, Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club, Bollywood Park Dubai, Ibn Battuta Mall, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Mall of The Emirates.
Eating Options: Indian Palace ( Deerfields Mall), Ghantoot Royal Restaurant (Ghantoot Polo Club) , Lounge 101 (The Palm Jumeirah).

Route 2: Via Sheikh Zayed Rd/E11 and E311

Distance: 120 Kms
Travel Time: 1 hour 13 minutes
Sights on the way: Emirates Park Zoo, Gurunanak Darbar Gurudwara Dubai, Ibn Battuta Mall, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Mall of The Emirates.
Eating options: Subway (Emirates Park Zoo), Aldar Restaurant and Paramiza Cafe ( 12 street Emirates Zoo), Lounge 101 (The Palm Jumeirah).

2. Dubai to Abu Dhabi by Bus

The bus ride from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is extremely comfortable and air conditioned and the cheapest option to travel.

Route Number: E100

Frequency: 20 minutes
Ticket Price: AED 25
Travel Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Starting Point: Al Ghubaiba Bus Station
Terminating Point: Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station

Route Number: E101

Frequency: 20 minutes
Ticket Price: AED 25
Travel Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Starting Point: Ibn Battuta Metro Station
Terminating Point: Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station

3. Dubai to Abu Dhabi by Metro+Bus

Travelling from Dubai to Abu Dhabi can be quick by bus and car but there is also a metro line until a midpoint between the two cities. However this is not the most preferred means of transport.