What is the cheapest way to get from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha?

The cheapest way to get from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha is to bus via Abu Dhabi which costs AED 28 - AED 40 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha?

The fastest way to get from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs AED 55 - AED 85.

Is there a direct bus between Al Ain City and Al Shamkha?

No, there is no direct bus from Al Ain City station to Al Shamkha. However, there are services departing from Al Ain Central Bus Station and arriving at Baniyas West, Al Dh'oun St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha?

The distance between Al Ain City and Al Shamkha is 143 km. The road distance is 140 km.

How do I travel from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha without a car?

The best way to get from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha without a car is to bus which takes 2h 3m and costs AED 45 - AED 70.

How long does it take to get from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Al Ain City to Al Shamkha bus from?

Al Ain City to Al Shamkha bus services, operated by Abu Dhabi Department of Transport, depart from Al Ain Central Bus Station.

Where does the Al Ain City to Al Shamkha bus arrive?

Al Ain City to Al Shamkha bus services, operated by Abu Dhabi Department of Transport, arrive at Baniyas West, Al Dh'oun St station.

Can I drive from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha?

Yes, the driving distance between Al Ain City to Al Shamkha is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha.

Where can I stay near Al Shamkha?

There are 38+ hotels available in Al Shamkha.

Al Ain City to Al Shamkha - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Al Ain City to Al Shamkha by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Al Ain Central Bus Station to Baniyas West, Al Dh'oun Stbus X90
2h 3m
AED 49–65
Bus via Abu Dhabi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Al Ain Central Bus Station to Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Bus Stationbus X90
2. Take the bus from Abu Dhabi Bus Station to Al Shamkhabus 300
3h 41m
AED 29–40
Drive 140 km
1. Drive from Al Ain City to Al Shamkhacar 140 km
1h 18m
AED 57–83
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Al Ain City to Al Shamkhataxi 140 km
1h 18m
AED 290–350

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Distance: 142.7 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates and Al Shamkha, United Arab Emirates?

Abu Dhabi Department of Transport operates a bus from Al Ain Central Bus Station to Baniyas West, Al Dh'oun St twice daily. Tickets cost AED 4–6 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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