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    RAKTA Bus Route: Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah

    RAKTA runs from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to Al Hamra Bus Station, Ras Al Khaimah.

    OriginAbu Dhabi Central Bus StationAbu Dhabi, UAE
    🚌via Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, UAQ - crosses up to 6 emirates
    DestinationAl Hamra Bus Station, RAKRas Al Khaimah, UAE
    FareAED 35Abu Dhabi to RAK: AED 35. RAK to Abu Dhabi: AED 47. Cash or station counter only. Nol and Hafilat
    Journey Time200-250Longest intercity bus in UAE. Crosses up to 6 emirates.
    Total Stops8 StopsView all below
    First Bus1:30 PMDaily from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station
    Last Bus9:30 PMLast departure of the day
    Frequency3 trips/day (13:30, 17:30, 21:30)Peak & off-peak
    OperatorRAKTANol and Hafilat NOT accepted
    Service Days7 DaysMon–Sun incl. holidays
    Last updated: 03/10/2026

    Complete Route

    All 8 Stops

    Full list of stops from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to Al Hamra Bus Station, RAK with landmarks and transfer options

    1Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station

    📍 Abu Dhabi Central

    🕐Est. 13:30
    13:30
    2Dubai Union Bus Station

    📍 Union Station area

    🕐Est. 15:30DubaiMetro
    15:30
    3Sharjah Al Jubail

    📍 Al Jubail area

    🕐Est. 16:30
    16:30
    4Ajman City Centre

    📍 City Centre area

    🕐Est. 17:15
    17:15
    5Umm Al Quwain

    📍 Roundabout

    🕐Est. 17:45
    17:45
    6Al Hamra Area, RAK

    📍 Al Hamra

    🕐Est. 18:15
    18:15
    7RAK Ceramics

    📍 RAK Ceramics

    🕐Est. 18:20
    18:20
    8Al Hamra Bus Station, RAK

    📍 Al Hamra Bus Station

    🕐Est. 18:30
    18:30

    Schedule

    Full Timetable

    Departure times from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station. Updated 03/10/2026.

    First Bus1:30 PM
    Last Bus9:30 PM
    Frequency3 trips/day (13:30, 17:30, 21:30)
    Daily Departures3 trips/day
    WeekdaysFridaySaturdayHolidays

    Pricing

    Fare & Payment

    Accepted payment methods and fare details for the RAKTA Bus Route: Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah

    AED35

    Standard One-Way Fare

    ✅Cash; Station Ticket Counter
    ✅Nol and Hafilat NOT accepted
    ✅Tap in & tap out required
    ✅Flat fare all day
    AED12

    Students (with valid ID)

    ✅Valid student ID required
    ✅Nol Card (Blue) required
    AED12

    Seniors & People of Determination

    ✅With valid Emirates ID
    ✅Nol Gold Card recommended
    AEDFree

    Children under 90cm

    ✅Must be accompanied
    ✅No seat if crowded
    ℹī¸

    Nol Card is the official payment card for all RTA Dubai services including buses, metro, tram, and water bus. You can purchase and recharge Nol cards at all metro stations, bus stations, and authorized retailers. Tap in and tap out to ensure correct fare calculation.

    Onboard Features

    Bus Amenities

    What to expect on board the RAKTA Bus Route: Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah

    Around the Route

    Nearby Places & Landmarks

    Things to see and do near key stops on the RAKTA Bus Route: Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah

    1Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station

    Abu Dhabi City Centre & Al Wahda

    📍
    Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station
    🛒
    Al Wahda Mall
    8Al Hamra Bus Station, RAK

    RAK City & Coastal District

    📍
    Al Hamra Bus Station
    🛒
    Al Hamra Mall
    📍
    RAK Ceramics
    📍
    Al Nakheel
    🏖ī¸
    Al Marjan Island

    Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    This RAKTA bus connects Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to Al Hamra Bus Station in RAK. It is the longest intercity bus route in the UAE crossing up to 6 emirates.

    AED 35 Abu Dhabi to RAK. AED 47 RAK to Abu Dhabi. Cash at station counter only. Nol and Hafilat NOT accepted.

    3.5 to 4 hours covering approximately 250 km, the longest single bus route in the UAE.

    Only 3 trips per day: 1:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 9:30 PM from Abu Dhabi. Plan carefully.

    Yes, the bus makes stops in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain before reaching RAK.

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