Although Dubai is one of the most popular cities in the UAE, Ras Al Khaimah, the northernmost emirate, also has a lot to offer. Beach buffs and outdoor adventurers love the sandy shores, sun-baked deserts and the sprawling resorts of Ras Al Khaimah. If you’re looking for affordable transit between Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah, we’re here to tell you all about the Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah bus service.
There are several ways to get to Ras Al Khaimah from Dubai. You can take your car, book a taxi or catch a bus. Taking a bus is one of the most affordable transportation options to travel from Dubai to RAK.
DUBAI TO RAS AL KHAIMAH BUS SERVICES
Ras Al Khaimah is the fourth-largest emirate and a popular tourist destination within the UAE. With a plethora of things to do in RAK, both tourists and residents often want to travel from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah.
Since rents and housing are cheaper, quite a few UAE residents working in Dubai also choose to live in apartments or villas for rent in Ras Al Khaimah. Like many expats, local residents also buy villas in Ras Al Khaimah to take advantage of the lower price points. If you wish to visit RAK via public transport? Read on to find out more information about the routes, timings, and fares.
RAK TRANSPORT AUTHORITY (RAKTA) BUSES
Rak Transport Authority ( RAKTA) offers a bus service between Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. The entire journey will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The service operates from Al Hamra Bus Station RAK to Union Metro Bus Station. You can plan your trip with the RAKBus app.
- RAKTA Bus timings:
- The first bus from RAK 05:30 am
- Last bus from RAK 09:00 pm
- The first bus from Dubai 08:00 am
- Last bus from Dubai 09:45 pm
- Charges: AED 20-27 per person
- Contact: 800-1700
- Note: The bus leaves after every one and half hours
FAQs
WHAT IS THE COST OF UNION STATION TO RAS AL KHAIMAH BUS TICKET?
The bus ticket from Union Station to Ras Al Khaimah costs AED 27 for one way.
WHERE CAN I READ MORE ABOUT INTER EMIRATE BUS SERVICE IN THE UAE?
Read our blog about inter emirate bus services in the UAE to find out the best bus routes for your journey.
So there you have it! Now that you have the complete itinerary, fare and bus timings for Dubai to Ras al Khaimah bus, it’s the perfect time to schedule a trip to Ras Al Khaimah for a family getaway. Planning to move to this stunning emirate? Take a look at some of the apartments for rent in Ras Al Khaimah.
For other intercity bus routes from Dubai to other emirates, check out our Dubai to Abu Dhabi intercity bus guide for more information. Dubai has an excellent public transportation system. Be sure to look at the list of top public transport apps in Dubai to make the most out of your stay in Dubai.
If you are new to Abu Dhabi and want to know about the common modes of transportation in the capital, read our blog, All About Public Transportation in Abu Dhabi.
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Hi,
Thanks for this information. I was wondering if you knew if there was a bus from Ras al Khaimah to DWC airport? And what times those were?
Thanks
Hi SM,
Thank you for reaching out to us. Unfortunately, the bus service from Ras Al Khaimah to DWC Airport has been discontinued currently. The RAK Shuttle bus services are only available from the Dubai International Airport terminals. But there are several taxis and car-sharing services you can opt for instead from DWC. Hope this helps and have a good day!
Having come to know that Al Hamra bus service now available for Abu Dhabi city. Is this right? If it is real, inform us about the time and other details. It is a worth full some of our staff. Now they are using connections services.
Hello,
As per the official communication, there is no bus service from Abu Dhabi as yet. You can reach out on 800 1700 for any further clarifications.
Thank you!
Hello,
Which bus station location if i’m from Al-Hamra Mall and want to go to Dubai ()Burj Khalifa)
Hi Firdaus Amin, thank you for reaching out to us.
To get to Dubai from Al Hamra Mall, please use the Al Hamra Convention Centre or the Hilton Al Hamra Beach and Golf Resort Pick up points for RAK Shuttle. Once you reach Dubai, you can reach Burj Khalifa by using the Dubai Metro. Please call RAK Shuttle 24 hours helpline at +971 50 6263 955 for more information on Pick-up and Drop-off locations in Ras Al Khaimah.
Thank You!
Thanks for the information. Very useful indeed. God bless
Thank you for your feedback Jaz! Stay tuned to MyBayut for more updates!
Hello iwould love to knw if theas abus going to rasalkaima to day this evening and what time will it be
Hi Eunice, thank you for reaching out to us! As for your query, you can opt for Al Hamra Bus from Dubai, it departs every one and half hours from 05:30 am to 09:00 pm. Your second option is the RAK Shuttle departing from DXB T1 and T3 from 6:00 am to 1:15 am every day. We hope this information helps…Bon Voyage!
I think RAK shuttle has discontinued
Hi Ankit, thank you for reaching out to us. The RAK Shuttle is currently undergoing maintenance. However, the service will resume as soon as the maintenance is complete.
Hope this helps!
Stay tuned to MyBayut for more updates.
Hi,
Is there any bus service from Rixos Bab Al Bahr, Ras Al Kaimah to Dubai on Saturday early morning at some 6 am.
Hi Vittal, Thank you for reaching out to us! In response to your query, you can take the RAK Shuttle from Rixos Bab Al Bahr in Ras Al Khaimah to Dubai International Airport (DXB) T1 or T3. RAK Shuttle operates daily with three coaches from Rixos Bab Al Bahr and other popular hotels in RAK. Please contact the RAK Shuttle 24 hours helpline at +971-50-6263-955. For reservations reach out to aksales@orienttransport.ae or log on to https://www.rakshuttle.com/index.html for online bookings and timings for each coach. Hope this helps! Stay tuned to MyBayut for more updates.
I would like to see the emirates just a bit so does Al Hamra go through Ajman on the way.? My idea is to start at9 go to RAK turn around and be in Dubai about2. Does that sound possible?
Hi Richard,
Thank you for reaching out to us! Unfortunately, the Al Hamra bus from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah does not go all the way to Ajman. You need to book a separate coach for Ajman if you’re travelling from Dubai. Similarly, you can book an Al Hamra bus from Ras Al Khaimah to Ajman starting at 05:30 am, after that the buses depart every one and a half hour until 08:00 pm. For more information and reservations please contact Al Hamra Buses at 800-1700.
Good luck!
Thank you very much for the helpful information. If I need to take taxis for connections that will be possible, and now I have a much better understanding of what is possible. Your detailed and very clear reply has been most helpful!
Happy to help Richard. Stay tuned to MyBayut for more updates.
Today What time last bus from union to ras al khaima?
Hi Haris, Thank you for reaching out to us! The last bus from Union Station in Dubai for Ras Al Khaimah departs at 09:00 pm. Hope this helps, Good luck!
Dubai Union to Rasalkhaimah Al hamta bus service stops
Hi Sabir,
Thank you for reaching out to us! For service stops and more information please contact Al Hamra Call Centre at 8001700. Good luck! Stay tuned to MyBayut for more updates.
Hi, where does the bus stop from al hamra shoppingmall (ras al Khaimah) to Dubai city)? And what time? I heard that it isn’t an official stop?
Hi Claudia, Thank you for reaching out to us! You book a RAK Shuttle from any of the following hotels in Ras Al Khaimah
Al Marjan Island Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
Rixos Bab Al Bahr
Bin Majid Beach resort
Hilton Al Hamra Beach and Golf Resort
Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach
Waldorf Astoria
Jannah Resort and Villas
The Cove Rotana Resort
Bin Majid Beach Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn
Tulip Inn Ras Al Khaimah
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa
For more information, please contact the RAK Shuttle 24 hours helpline at +971-50-6263-955. For reservations reach out to aksales@orienttransport.ae
Hope this helps!
Hello NB!
I am looking for transfer from Dubai to Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort and from Ras Al Kahimah to Dubai.
It would be great if you can assist me over the same
Hi Kunal,
You can take the RAK Shuttle from Dubai Airport Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 to Hilton Ras Al Khaimah and back. The first bus from T1 departs at 06:00 am or you can take the 06:15 am bus if you’re landing at DXB Terminal 3. For more information, please contact the RAK Shuttle 24 hours helpline at +971-50-6263-955. For reservations and queries please write to aksales@orienttransport.ae
Good luck!
I am planning take flight to Sharjah. Are there any Shuttles from Sharjah Airport to Hilton Ras Al Khaimah and RAK to Dubai
Hi Kunal,
You can take the Air Arabia shuttle from Sharjah Int. Airport to reach Ras Al Khaimah. The drop off point for the shuttle is:
Air Arabia Sales Shop (Oman road), Ras Al Khaimah.
A one-way ticket costs AED 30 while the Air Arabia shuttle timings from Sharjah Int. Airport are:
08:00 am
07:30 pm
11:00 pm
You can take the RAK Shuttle from Hilton Ras Al Khaimah to DXB Terminal 1 or Terminal 3. For more information, please contact the RAK Shuttle 24 hours helpline at +971-50-6263-955.
hi I’m looking for a bus from Ras Al Khaimah airport to Dubai..Are I there? and what time does the first bus leave? thank you
Hi Daniela,
Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut. Your best option is to use the RAK Shuttle. First bus departs for Dubai International Terminal 1 at 06:00 am. Similarly, the first DXB Terminal 3 or T3 bound bus departs at 06:15 am.
You can take the RAK Shuttle from any of the following hotels in Ras Al Khaimah.
Al Marjan Island Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
Rixos Bab Al Bahr
Bin Majid Beach resort
Hilton Al Hamra Beach and Golf Resort
Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach
Waldorf Astoria
Jannah Resort and Villas
The Cove Rotana Resort
Bin Majid Beach Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn
Tulip Inn Ras Al Khaimah
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa
Please contact the RAK Shuttle 24 hours helpline at +971-50-6263-955. For reservations reach out to aksales@orienttransport.ae
Thnx for providing all the useful Information. I have one query if u can help me . Is there any bus service from sharjah airport to RAK?? What are the timings for the same ….Thnx
Hi Saraon, Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut.
You can take the Air Arabia shuttle from Sharjah Int. Airport to reach Ras Al Khaimah. The drop off point for the shuttle is:
Air Arabia Sales Shop (Oman road), Ras Al Khaimah.
A one-way ticket costs AED 30 while the Air Arabia shuttle timings from Sharjah Int. Airport are:
08:00 am
07:30 pm
11:00 pm
For more information please contact Air Arabia Headoffice at +971-6-558-0000
I would like to go to ritz Carlton ras alkhaima al wadi desert from union bus stop how will I know once I am at the hotel
Hi Dee,
Thank you for reaching out to us. As for your query, please contact the Al Hamra Bus Service at 8001700 or have a word with their driver to let you know if you’ve arrived at Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah.
Good Luck!
Hi would like to ask if where in RAK is the last stop of Al Hamra Bus.
Hi Jocyn,
Thank you for reaching out to us.
If you’re taking the Al Hamra Bus from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah, then yes, Ras Al Khaimah is the last stop. You may need to book another bus or take a taxi if your travel plans take you beyond RAK.
Stay tuned to MyBayut for more updates
Dear NB
Thanks for your info.
1. Does the RAK shuttle require pre-reservation? or I can just take the bus on arrival?
2. Are they still active? because their website is not working and I read somewhere that they stopped their service from Jan 31st. Is that correct?
Good evening, I will stay at Hotel Hilton Garden Inn, RAK. Is there a public bus service with stop at the Hotel to Dubai? Thank you and greetings.
Hi Roland,
Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut.
You can take a taxi to reach Al Hamra Bus Station in Ras Al Khaimah from Hilton Garden Inn. Previously, the RAK Shuttle provided direct bus service from the Hilton Garden to Dubai but the service is currently unavailable. However, you can use the Al Hamra Bus Service to get to Dubai. Please contact Al Hamra Bus service in Ras Al Khaimah for more information.
Contact: 800-1700
Al Hamra Bus Station Address: Opposite The Cove Rotana Resort, Sheikh Muhammad Bin Salem Road, Ras Al Khaimah
Hope this helps.
I am going to alen so al humra bus station ras al khaimah tomorrow open please inform me
Hi Hamza, Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut.
Please contact Al Hamra Bus Service at 800-1700 for more information.
Good luck!
Hii
Currently buses are running from rash al khaimah to dubai if there what are the timings..
Hi Saketh, Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut.
As far your query regarding bus service is concerned, please get in touch with the Al Hamra Bus Service at 800-1700
I hope this helps!
Hi,
May i ask if Bus from Dubai-Union to Ras Al khaimah is open?
Thanks
Hi Mili, Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut.
If you wish to know more about the bus service. Please contact Al Hamra Buses at 800-1700
I hope this helps! Good luck.
Nakeel to al hamra bus timings
Hi Nallabathami Sajeva Reddy,
Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut. As for your query, please get in touch with Al Hamra Bus call centre 800-1700 for more information.
I hope this helps, good luck!
hi. dubai to rak bus service Going on or not
Hi Satham, Thank you for reaching out.
You can contact Al Hamra Bus Service call centre at 8001700 for more information.
Hope this helps!
Hi, are the hamra busses running from ras al khaimah to dubai? Please tell
Hi Anil, Thank you for reaching out to us.
To know about the bus timing and other information please contact Al Hamra Bus Service at 800-1700
Good luck.
There is bus to Ras al-Khaimah?
Hi Khalifa, Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut.
Please contact Al Hamra Bus Service at 800-1700 for more information.
I hope this helps!
hello may i ask there is available bus now from al hamra to Dubai?
Hi Anne, Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut.
Please contact Al Hamra Bus Service at 800-1700 for more information.
I hope this helps!
Hlo sir or mem how about From muhaisana 4 to rak al hamro bus timimg n Can i travel without bus card GI’ve me some detail about yr service thamku
Hi Yogemdra Shainchury, Thank you for reaching out to us.
For information on schedule, bookings and other queries please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700. Hope this helps!
Very helpful and informative, thanks for putting all this together.
Thank you Nasir Iqbal! Stay tuned to MyBayut for more updates
How to reservation bus ticket from dubai to al hamra rak
Hi I have been informed that the busses have been started from rak. Can you please tell the timings of the bus from rak to Dubai? Thank you
Hi Anil,
For information on schedule, bookings and other queries please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700.
Hope this helps!
have trip 4 pm t07pm union to ras alkhaima?
Hi, thank you for reaching out to MyBayut
For information on schedule, bookings and other queries please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700.
Hope this helps and have a good day!
Bus service available between ras al khaimah to fujarah?
Hi, thank you for reaching out to MyBayut
To know more about Fujairah to RAK bus service please contact 800-1700
Hope this helps, have a good day!
Will you please, Is the timing same as a 1st trip 5:30 am and last trip 9:00 pm on friday too from Union to Ras Al Khaimah?
Hi Subas, Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut.
For information on schedule, bookings and other queries please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700.
Hope this helps!
Ras Al kaimah to Dubai bus time send all time
Hi Gokul,
For information on schedule, bookings and other queries please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700.
Hope this helps!
Hello! I want to travel to Rasul Kaima and want to know if the bus could strop at Bin Majid Risort an hotels? Please guide me. Thanks.
Hi Rehmat, thank you for reaching out to us.
If you wish to know more about stops, please reach out to Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700.
Have a good day!
I need to go to Ras Al khaima tommarrow
Hi Samraj,
Thank you for reaching out, you can check the official website for schedule. You can also call them at 800-1700 for more queries
Have a good day!
Bus station is open tom. Dubai to ras alkhaimah?
Hello Karlo,
Thank you for reaching out to MyBayut. For information on schedule, bookings and other queries please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700.
I hope this helps!
HI Good Morning, Can you please tell the timings of the bus from dubaik torak? Thank you
Hi Vivian, thank you for reaching out to us
For information on schedule, bookings and other queries please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700
Have a good day!
hi there,
just want to know if it is allowed to bring foldable bikes in the bus? and if yes gow much does it cost?
Hi, thank you for reaching out to MyBayut
If you wish to bring a foldable bike along with you on a trip, please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700.
Hope this helps!
Hi I whould like to know the current availability of bus service from union station to Ras Al Khaimah or Dubai airport
Hi, thank you for reaching out to MyBayut
For information on schedule, bookings and other queries please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700.
Hope this helps and have a good day!
Please help to advise whether i can get ras al khaimah bus from union bustop
Hi, thank you for reaching out to MyBayut
For information on schedule, bookings and other queries please contact Al Hamra Bus at 800-1700.
Hope this helps and have a good day!