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

The cheapest way to get from Muscat to Al Ain City is to bus which costs AED 35 - AED 100 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Muscat to Al Ain City is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs AED 130 - AED 200.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Azaiba Bus Stn and arriving at Al Ain Central Bus Stn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Muscat to Al Ain City?

The distance between Muscat and Al Ain City is 332 km. The road distance is 328.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Muscat to Al Ain City without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs AED 35 - AED 100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Muscat to Al Ain City, including transfers.

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

Muscat to Al Ain City bus services, operated by Mwasalat, depart from Azaibah station.

Where does the Muscat to Al Ain City bus arrive?

Muscat to Al Ain City bus services, operated by Mwasalat, arrive at Buraimi station.

Can I drive from Muscat to Al Ain City?

Yes, the driving distance between Muscat to Al Ain City is 329 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Muscat to Al Ain City.

Where can I stay near Al Ain City?

There are 74+ hotels available in Al Ain City.

Muscat to Al Ain City - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Muscat to Al Ain City by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus via Buraimi
best
1. Take the bus from Azaibah to Buraimibus 41 / ...
5h 21m
AED 39–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Azaiba Bus Stn to Al Ain Central Bus Stnbus 202
8h 15m
AED 35–100
Drive 328.6 km
1. Drive from Muscat to Al Ain Citycar 328.6 km
3h 31m
AED 134–193
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Dubai International Airport (DXB)plane MCT - DXB
2. Take a shuttle bus from Dubai Airport to Al Ainshuttle
6h
AED 467–724

Muscat to Al Ain City by bus

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8h 15mAverage Duration

AED 35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.9 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

Mwasalat operates a bus from Azaibah to Buraimi 5 times a day. Tickets cost AED 30–50 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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