How to travel from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah by bus

Ras Al Khaimah is a unique destination renowned for its adrenaline-pumping activities and outdoor adventures. It’s a hotspot for travellers visiting the United Arab Emirates and residents seeking a day out from the city. There are various ways to travel from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah, such as a private car, taxi, or, as an economical option, the bus. Whether you are heading to the mountains or want to relax on almost empty beaches, taking a Ras Al Khaimah bus from Dubai is easy.

The government of Ras Al Khaimah runs a reputable and reliable bus service between Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. It offers a convenient and comfortable way to travel to Ras Al Khaimah if you’re on a budget and prefer relying on public transport.

Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) Bus Services

In cooperation with Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) facilitates easy access to and from Dubai Union Bus Station. The buses leave Ras Al Khaimah as early as 5.30 am to reach Dubai, with the last bus departing at 8 pm. There are 12 daily shuttle buses from RAK thereafter, from 7 am on the hour. The service from Dubai starts at 7.30 am and finishes at 11 pm. Every single journey is AED 27. Other public service buses connect visitors to Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Abu Dhabi, and Al Ain for as little as AED 15. You can download the Sayr App from RAKTA to easily track your journey and book trips. The app also shows you updated Union Bus Station to Ras Al Khaimah timings and schedules to help you plan your journey better.

RAKTA provides a system of transportation and mobility solutions that conform to the strictest international standards, meeting the needs of residents and visitors. They strive to provide safe, reliable and intelligent transportation services to meet the needs of society. Their buses have high-quality specifications to ensure the utmost comfort, safety and security. RAKTA has up-to-date transportation technologies and solutions that facilitate an easy mobility process through the Albosola RAK Transport Authority smart application. The bus stops are strategically considered to cover vital geographic locations across the UAE, with several buses to Ras Al Khaimah from Dubai in operation.

RAK to Dubai bus timings

Daily bus schedule from Ras Al Khaimah to Dubai, Union Bus Station:

Dubai to RAK bus timings

Daily Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah bus timings, departing from the Union Bus Station.

How to travel within RAK – intercity bus routes to know

Once in Ras Al Khaimah, you can utilise the various intercity buses, including the red route service, which is ideal for visitors. The city shuttle runs between Al Nakheel, Manar Mall, RAK Mall, Corniche Al-Qawasim, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Flamingo Beach, Union Bridge, Al Hamra Bus Station, Mina Al Arab, Emirates Post, Al Hamra Mall, RAKEZ, Acacia Hotel and the church.

The purple route takes you between the American University of Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah College of Dental Sciences, Ras Al Khaimah Medical and Health Services University, and Manar Mall. The green route is ideally suited to local residents who want to access key destinations across the city, including the Ministry of Environment, Julphar Pharmaceutical, the New Institute of Applied Science, Saqr Park, and Digdaga. Likewise, the blue route accommodates those who want to travel to the Julphar, Shemal, Al Rams, Saqr Port, and Ghalila areas.

RAKTA contact details

Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Salim Street

Toll-free number 800 1700, [email protected]