Ras Al Khaimah is roughly 110 km north of Dubai — a 1.5-hour drive on the E311 (Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road) or by public bus from Union Square.
Driving directions
- Route: E311 → exit toward RAK (City exit / Al Hamra exit / Jebel Jais exit).
- Distance: 110 km Dubai centre to RAK city; ~135 km to Al Hamra Marina; ~140 km to Jebel Jais base.
- Time: 1.5 hr in normal traffic, up to 2.5 hr Friday evening.
- Salik gates on this route: 0 after Al Mamzar (none on E311 northbound past Sharjah).
- Petrol: ADNOC at every 30–50 km on E311.
Public bus E400
- Route E400: Dubai (Union Square / Al Sabkha) ↔ RAK Bus Station, every 30–60 min.
- Fare: AED 25 one-way, paid via Nol card.
- Time: 2 to 2.5 hours.
- First / last: 5:30 AM / 11:00 PM.
Top RAK attractions
- Jebel Jais — UAE's highest mountain (1,934 m), home to the world's longest zipline.
- Al Marjan Island — 4 man-made islands, beach resorts, upcoming casino.
- Al Hamra Marina & Village — golf, beach, restaurants.
- Al Wadi Desert — Ritz-Carlton, dune adventures, falconry.
- RAK Old Town & Pearl Museum — heritage walking tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the drive from Dubai to RAK?
About 1.5 hours / 110 km on E311 in normal traffic.
Is there a bus from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah?
Yes — RTA route E400 from Union Square / Al Sabkha, AED 25 one-way, every 30–60 min.
Are there Salik gates from Dubai to RAK?
Going via E311 northbound: zero Salik gates after Al Mamzar exit.
What's the best time to visit Jebel Jais?
October to April for cool mountain weather. Summer afternoons can hit 35°C+.
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