What is the cheapest way to get from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) is to shuttle which costs AED 2 - AED 4 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State)?

The fastest way to get from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) is to Airport Transfer which takes 1h 22m and costs AED 370 - AED 470.

Is there a direct bus between Dubai Airport (DXB) and Abu Dhabi (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubai Airport (DXB) station to Abu Dhabi (State). However, there are services departing from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station 9 and arriving at Abu Dhabi - Men's College via Abu Dhabi Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State)?

The distance between Dubai Airport (DXB) and Abu Dhabi (State) is 166 km. The road distance is 147.1 km.

How do I travel from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) without a car is to bus which takes 3h 8m and costs AED 35 - AED 60.

How long does it take to get from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State)?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) bus from?

Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) bus services, operated by Dubai RTA Bus, depart from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station 9.

Where does the Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) bus arrive?

Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) bus services, operated by Dubai RTA Bus, arrive at Abu Dhabi, Central Bus Station 1.

Can I drive from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State).

Where can I stay near Abu Dhabi (State)?

There are 1347+ hotels available in Abu Dhabi (State).

Can I share a ride from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dubai Airport (DXB) and Abu Dhabi (State). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) - 6 ways to travel via bus

How to get fromDubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State)

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There are 6 ways to get from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabi (State) by bus, rideshare, car, taxi, shuttle, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station 9 to Abu Dhabi, Central Bus Station 1bus E100
3h 8m
AED 37–55
Shuttle
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Dubai Airport to Abu Dhabishuttle
2h 47m
AED 2–4
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Dubai-DXB to Abu Dhabirideshare 147.1 km
1h 22m
AED 370–470
Drive 147.1 km
1. Drive from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabicar 147.1 km
1h 22m
AED 60–87
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Abu Dhabitaxi 147.1 km
1h 22m
AED 340–410
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Airport Terminal Metro Station to Discovery Gardens Metro Station 2subway MRed1
2. Take the bus from Ibn Battuta Bus Station 8 to Abu Dhabi, Central Bus Station 1bus E101
3h 30m
AED 35–55

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Distance: 166 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Dubai Airport (DXB), United Arab Emirates and Abu Dhabi (State), United Arab Emirates?

Dubai RTA Bus operates a bus from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station 9 to Abu Dhabi, Central Bus Station 1 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost AED 27–40 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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