Fujairah lies on the UAE's east coast, ~130 km from Dubai. The fastest route is via Sharjah and Maliha, or the more scenic mountain road through Hatta & Wadi Madha.
Driving routes
- E311 → E102 (Maliha) → E89: fastest, ~1.5 hours through Sharjah desert.
- E44 (Hatta route) → Wadi Madha → Khor Fakkan → Fujairah: scenic mountain road, ~2.5 hours.
- Petrol stations: ADNOC at Maliha & Al Fadhilah.
- Salik gates: 0 (no Salik on these routes).
Public bus E700
- RTA Route E700: Dubai (Union Square / Al Sabkha) ↔ Fujairah Bus Station, every 60 min.
- Fare: AED 25 one-way.
- Time: 2 to 2.5 hours.
- First / last bus: 6:00 AM / 9:00 PM.
- Pay with Nol card.
Top Fujairah attractions
- Snoopy Island & Sandy Beach — popular snorkeling spot.
- Al-Bidya Mosque — UAE's oldest mosque (15th century).
- Wadi Wurayah National Park — natural waterfalls, hiking trails.
- Friday Market (Masafi) — pottery, carpets, fresh fruit.
- Khor Fakkan — stunning corniche, beach, amphitheatre.
- Fujairah Fort & Heritage Village — historic site.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the drive from Dubai to Fujairah?
~1.5 hours via E311–E102 (Maliha) or 2.5 hours via E44 (Hatta).
Is there a bus from Dubai to Fujairah?
Yes — RTA E700 from Union Square / Al Sabkha, AED 25, every 60 min.
Are Salik tolls on the Fujairah route?
No Salik gates on either route from Dubai to Fujairah.
Is Snoopy Island worth visiting?
Yes — popular for snorkeling among coral reefs and turtles. Best Oct–April.
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