What is the cheapest way to get from Dubai to Al Shamkha?

The cheapest way to get from Dubai to Al Shamkha is to bus via Abu Dhabi which costs AED 30 - AED 50 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Dubai to Al Shamkha?

The fastest way to get from Dubai to Al Shamkha is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs AED 45 - AED 70.

Is there a direct bus between Dubai and Al Shamkha?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubai station to Al Shamkha. However, there are services departing from Al Jafiliya Bus Station 1 and arriving at Zayed International Airport - Terminal A via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Dubai to Al Shamkha?

The distance between Dubai and Al Shamkha is 143 km. The road distance is 119.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dubai to Al Shamkha without a car is to bus which takes 2h 41m and costs AED 80 - AED 110.

How long does it take to get from Dubai to Al Shamkha?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Dubai to Al Shamkha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubai to Al Shamkha bus from?

Dubai to Al Shamkha bus services, operated by Dubai RTA Bus, depart from Al Jafiliya Bus Station 1.

Where does the Dubai to Al Shamkha bus arrive?

Dubai to Al Shamkha bus services, operated by Dubai RTA Bus, arrive at Zayed International Airport - Terminal A station.

Can I drive from Dubai to Al Shamkha?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubai to Al Shamkha is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Dubai to Al Shamkha.

Where can I stay near Al Shamkha?

There are 39+ hotels available in Al Shamkha.

Dubai to Al Shamkha - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Dubai to Al Shamkha by bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Al Jafiliya Bus Station 1 to Zayed International Airport - Terminal Abus E102
2h 41m
AED 81–110
Bus via Abu Dhabi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ibn Battuta Bus Station 8 to Abu Dhabi, Central Bus Station 1bus E101
2. Take the bus from Abu Dhabi Bus Station to Al Shamkhabus 300
4h
AED 31–46
Drive 119.2 km
1. Drive from Dubai to Al Shamkhacar 119.2 km
1h 12m
AED 49–70
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dubai to Al Shamkhataxi 119.2 km
1h 12m
AED 280–330
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station 2 to Discovery Gardens Metro Station 2subway MRed1
2. Take the bus from Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Station to Zayed International Airport - Terminal Abus E102
2h 56m
AED 81–108
Bus via Abu Dhabi #2
1. Take the bus from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station 9 to Abu Dhabi, Central Bus Station 1bus E100
2. Take the bus from Abu Dhabi Bus Station to Al Shamkhabus 300
4h 47m
AED 35–51

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Distance: 142.6 km
Duration: 2h 41m

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

Dubai RTA Bus operates a bus from Al Jafiliya Bus Station 1 to Zayed International Airport - Terminal A hourly. Tickets cost AED 22–35 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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