Private, door-to-door transfers between Dubai and Abu Dhabi that prioritize comfort and convenience. Learn travel times, practical tips and local stops to make the short intercity ride seamless.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The road unfurls under the hum of the highway lights as you leave Dubai’s glass towers behind and head southwest toward Abu Dhabi’s low coastal skyline. Through the window the desert changes from salted flats to scrubby plains, and the Arabian Gulf narrows into bands of blue that press against the shore.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–8 hours (one-way 1.5–2 hours; round-trip/wait options extend duration)
Fitness Level
Minimal physical effort required; suitable for all fitness levels
Wildlife
History
The UAE’s coastal settlements relied on pearling and fishing until mid-20th-century oil discoveries transformed ports into modern capitals; Abu Dhabi became the federation’s political center in 1971.
Conservation
Respect wetland habitats and stay in designated parking and viewing areas; choose operators that use modern, well-maintained vehicles to reduce emissions.
Reserve your spot on the Dubai To Abu Dhabi Intercity Transfers One way or Round Trip today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Confirm pickup details
Provide exact hotel or terminal address and phone number; drivers operate on tight schedules and addresses in Dubai can be similar.
Travel light, label luggage
Keep luggage organized and labeled—vehicles have generous space but clear markings speed loading and unloading.
Time departures to avoid traffic
Leave outside morning (7–9am) and evening (5–8pm) commute windows when possible to shave off travel time.
Carry ID and exportable travel documents
Drivers may request passport or ID for verification—keep originals accessible during pickup and drop-off.
Passport / Emirates ID
Required for verification at pickup/drop-off and for any inter-emirate travel checks.
Charged phone + power bank
For coordination with your driver and navigation if plans change.
Light jacket or scarf
Air-conditioning in vehicles can feel cold, especially in winter evenings.
winter
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Useful if you plan a quick outdoor stop or to walk at viewpoints during daylight.
summer