Muscat to Dubai -> Distance, Car, Road, Train, Flight, Bus

Muscat to Dubai

Muscat to Dubai Road Distance

452 kms

Muscat to Dubai Aerial Distance

365 km

Muscat to Dubai Travel Time

4 hours, 30 minutes

How to reach Dubai from Muscat

Preferred way of going from Muscat to Dubai is by road as the distance is just 455 kms. With the added benefit of amazing roads, you will reach Dubai is just 5 hours. This is a much more economical option compared to the alternative, which are flights, which start at OMR 30 (AED 286). Note: The Visa processes at the border posts will remain the same and each passenger is required to keep their passport and visa in hand.

Knowing The Details

1. Muscat to Dubai by Flight

2. Muscat to Dubai by Road

3. Muscat to Dubai by Bus

4. Popular Routes to Dubai

5. Popular Routes from Muscat

6. Places to Visit in Dubai

7. Hotels in Dubai

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1. Muscat to Dubai by Flight

Flights are frequent from Muscat to Dubai with over 50 flights daily from the various airports Dubai. The flights that are functional are Emirates, Oman Air, Salam Air, Swiss Air, etc.

Starting Price: OMR 30 (AED 286)
Departure Airport: Muscat International Airport
Arrival Airport: Dubai International Airport
Travel Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

2. Muscat to Dubai by Road

Being a more economical option and with beautiful vistas of the mountains, travelling by road to Dubai from Muscat is the most preferred means of travelling.

Border Crossing Information:

Crossing Points: Hatta Border Cross, Mezyad Border, Khatmat Malaha Post,
Visa: Must be applied well in advance (2 weeks in advance preferred)
Things to Show at Crossing: Passport, Visa to UAE, vehicle registration if its a private or rented vehicle
Exit Fee: AED 35 (OMR 3.6) (Note: Keep the receipt)

Border Process:

Upon arrival at the border, pay the exit fee and get your passports stamped.
A little ahead is the UAE customs building, and present your passports at the counter. You will be asked to pay a visa fee based on your nationality (Approximately AED 85), you will also be asked to fill out a few forms. They will hand you a copy of the forms and a receipt.
Now you can drive ahead to Dubai and you will be asked to show the receipt at a gate a little further.

Route 1: Sharjah-Kalba Rd

Border Post: Hatta
Distance: 456 kms
Travel Time: 4 hours 38 minutes
Sights on the Way: Barka, Sohar, Hatta, Dubai Crocodile Park, Dubai Festival City
Eating Options: Anjappar, Chettinad, Muscat - Amazon cafe, Muscat Expressway, Seeb - Crowne Plaza, Sohar - Doner Race Sandwich, Hatta - Tanoor Lahm, Hatta - Alalwan Athalatha Cafe, Sharjah-Dubai Highway (Maliha) - Misbah Cafe, Maliha - Al Gharaib Tea Shop, Al Suyoh, Sharjah - Bab Mirdif, Al Suyoh - Maraheb Restaurant, Rebat Street, Dubai

Route 2: Dubai - Al Ain Rd

Border Post: Mezyad
Distance: 452 kms
Travel Time: 4 hours 23 minutes
Sights on the Way: Barka, Sohar, Al Buraimi, Hili Fun City, Al Ain,
Eating Options: Anjappar, Chettinad, Muscat - Amazon cafe, Muscat Expressway, Seeb - Crowne Plaza, Sohar - Bluebella Cafe, Buraimi - Aroos Damascus Restaurant, Buraimi - Karak Palace, Buraimi - Fresh n Cafeteria, Al Ain - Vibgyor Cafeteria, Al Faqa, Abu Dhabi - Chuck E Cheese, Dubai Outlet Mall

3. Muscat to Dubai by Bus

The frequency of buses from Muscat to Dubai are rare. But if you’re looking for an economical option and not planning to drive, taking bus is an option for you. There are two operators, the Mwasalat and the Al Khanjry which depart around the same time of the day.

Bus Departure Timings:
- Mwasalat - 6:20 AM, 3:20 PM, 11:20 PM
- Al Khanjry - 6:00 AM, 3:00 PM
Travel Time: 6 hours
Ticket Price:
- One Way - OMR 5.5 (AED 52)
- Two Way - OMR 9 (AED 85)

Popular Routes to Dubai