In the beautiful emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, the Al Hamra Bus Station helps link this coastal area with important cities in the United Arab Emirates. The station provides residents, tourists and family visitors with dependable and inexpensive ways to travel between the emirates.
This guide explains where the station is, the routes it serves, when it is open and other useful trip details.
Location and Accessibility of Al Hamra Bus Station
The Al Hamra Bus Station is found in the Al Hamra district, next to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Salem Road (E18). Because it is centrally located, you can easily get to important places in Ras Al Khaimah and use local taxis or public transport.
The station can be easily reached by travelers near Al Hamra Village, Marjan Island or Al Jazirah Al Hamra in a short drive.
Address: bus station – Al Dhait – Al Dhait South – Ras Al Khaimah – United Arab Emirates
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Contact Information
For inquiries, passengers can contact the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA):
- Phone: +971 7 235 6567
- Email: info@rakta.ae
You can also go to the Happiness Centers at Al Hamra Bus Station or visit RAKTA’s main office in Ras Al Khaimah.
Major Bus Routes from Al Hamra Bus Station
The station makes it easy to travel both within and outside the UAE.
Red Line (Al Nakeel to Al Jazirah Al Hamra)
- Departure Points:
- Al Nakeel (“Up”) → Al Jazirah Al Hamra
- Al Jazirah Al Hamra (“Down”) → Al Nakeel
- Days: Saturday – Friday
- Operation Timing: 06:00 to 22:00
- Estimated Time: 60 minutes
- Service Fee: AED 8
Al Hamra to Dubai (Direct & via Sharjah)
- Departure Point: Al Hamra Bus Station
- Stops:
- Direct: Dubai Union Bus Station
- Via Sharjah: Sharjah, Al Jubail Bus Station
- Days: Saturday – Friday
- Operation Timing: 05:30 – 21:00 (hourly departures)
- Estimated Time: 1.5 – 2 hours (Direct) / 2.5 hours (via Sharjah)
- Average Cost: AED 27
Al Hamra to Sharjah
- Departure Point: Al Hamra Bus Station
- Arrival Point: Sharjah, Al Jubail Bus Station
- Days: Saturday – Friday
- Operation Timing: 07:30 – 21:00 (hourly departures)
- Estimated Time: 1.5 hours
- Average Cost: AED 27
Al Hamra to Abu Dhabi
- Departure Point: Al Hamra Bus Station
- Arrival Point: Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station
- Days: Saturday – Friday
- Operation Timing: 09:00, 13:00, 17:00 (3 daily departures)
- Estimated Time: 3.5 hours
- Average Cost: AED 47
Al Hamra to Ajman
- Departure Point: Al Hamra Bus Station
- Arrival Point: Ajman Bus Station
- Days: Saturday – Friday
- Operation Timing: 05:30 – 21:00 (every 2 hours)
- Estimated Time: 1 hour
- Average Cost: AED 20
Al Hamra to Umm Al Quwain (UAQ)
- Departure Point: Al Hamra Bus Station
- Arrival Point: UAQ Bus Station
- Days: Saturday – Friday
- Operation Timing: 05:30 – 21:00 (every 2 hours)
- Estimated Time: 45 minutes
- Average Cost: AED 15
Al Hamra to Al Ain
- Departure Point: Al Hamra Bus Station
- Arrival Point: Al Ain Bus Station
- Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Operation Timing: 14:00 (1 daily departure)
- Estimated Time: 3 hours
- Average Cost: AED 47
Al Hamra to Global Village (Seasonal)
- Departure Point: Al Hamra Bus Station
- Arrival Point: Global Village
- Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Operation Timing: 16:00 (1 daily departure)
- Estimated Time: 2 hours
- Average Cost: AED 30
Al Hamra to Dubai Mall (Weekend Service)
- Departure Point: Al Hamra Bus Station
- Arrival Point: Dubai Mall
- Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Operation Timing: 14:00, 17:00 (2 daily departures)
- Estimated Time: 2 hours
- Average Cost: AED 30
| Bus Route | Direction | Platforms |
| Red Line | Al Nakeel ↔ Al Jazirah Al Hamra | 01 |
| E8 | Ras Al Khaimah ↔ Dubai | 02 |
| E7 | Ras Al Khaimah ↔ Sharjah | 03 |
| E6 | Ras Al Khaimah ↔ Abu Dhabi | 04 |
| E5 | Ras Al Khaimah ↔ Ajman | 05 |
| E4 | Ras Al Khaimah ↔ UAQ | 06 |
Facilities and Services at Al Hamra Bus Station
There are modern features at the station to make passengers more comfortable:
- Air-conditioned waiting areas
- Ticket counters & information desks
- Clean restrooms & prayer rooms
- ATMs & retail shops
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessibility
Ticketing and Payment Options
- RAKTA Smart Card (Recommended for seamless travel)
- Cash payments at ticket counters
- Online booking for intercity trips
Additional Services
Bus Rental for Private Events
RAKTA allows you to rent buses for any corporate or private occasion. To book:
- Visit rakta.ae
- Please complete the rental request form.
- Give the required information (ID, details of the event)
Driver’s Permit & Vehicle Operating Card
You can apply for permits or operating cards on the RAKTA website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a direct bus from Al Hamra to Dubai?
Yes, RAKTA’s E8 route runs directly to Dubai Union Bus Station.
How much is the bus fare from Al Hamra to Sharjah?
AED 27 (payable by RAKTA Smart Card or cash).
Which routes stop at Al Hamra Bus Station?
Red Line (local), E8 (Dubai), E7 (Sharjah), E6 (Abu Dhabi), etc.
How long is the trip to Abu Dhabi?
Approx. 3.5 hours.
Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
Yes, all buses accommodate people of determination.
The Al Hamra Bus Station is not only a place to catch buses—it’s a way to enjoy the UAE for less and with comfort. As routes increase and facilities are upgraded, RAKTA is improving how residents and tourists travel.
For an easy trip in Ras Al Khaimah and throughout the UAE, Al Hamra Bus Station gives you dependable and affordable transport.
