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    RAKTA Bus Route: Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah

    RAKTA runs from Dubai Union Bus Station to Al Hamra Bus Station, Ras Al Khaimah.

    OriginDubai Union Bus StationDubai, UAE
    🚌via UAQ. Some departures via Sharjah and Ajman.
    DestinationAl Hamra Bus Station, RAKRas Al Khaimah, UAE
    FareAED 30Cash or station ticket. Nol Card not accepted. Fare AED 30 Dubai to RAK.
    Journey Time90-120Direct departures approximately 90 min. Via Sharjah/Ajman departures approximately 2 hours.
    Total Stops6 StopsView all below
    First Bus7:30 AMDaily from Dubai Union Bus Station
    Last Bus11:30 PMLast departure of the day
    FrequencyEvery 60 minPeak & off-peak
    OperatorRAKTANol Card NOT accepted
    Service Days7 DaysMon–Sun incl. holidays
    Last updated: 03/10/2026

    Complete Route

    All 6 Stops

    Full list of stops from Dubai Union Bus Station to Al Hamra Bus Station, RAK with landmarks and transfer options

    1Dubai Union Bus Station

    📍 Union Metro (Green + Red Lines)

    🕐Est. 07:30MetroGreen, Metro Red
    07:30
    2Umm Al Quwain Roundabout

    📍 UAQ Roundabout

    🕐Est. 08:30
    08:30
    3Al Hamra Area, RAK

    📍 Al Hamra

    🕐Est. 09:00
    09:00
    4RAK Ceramics

    📍 RAK Ceramics

    🕐Est. 09:05
    09:05
    5Al Nakheel, RAK

    📍 Al Nakheel

    🕐Est. 09:10
    09:10
    6Al Hamra Bus Station, RAK

    📍 Al Hamra Bus Station

    🕐Est. 09:15
    09:15

    Schedule

    Full Timetable

    Departure times from Dubai Union Bus Station. Updated 03/10/2026.

    First Bus7:30 AM
    Last Bus11:30 PM
    FrequencyEvery 60 min
    Daily Departures~16 trips/day
    WeekdaysFridaySaturdayHolidays

    Pricing

    Fare & Payment

    Accepted payment methods and fare details for the RAKTA Bus Route: Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah

    AED30

    Standard One-Way Fare

    ✅Cash; Station Ticket Counter; RAKBus App
    ✅Nol Card NOT accepted
    ✅Tap in & tap out required
    ✅Flat fare all day
    AED12

    Students (with valid ID)

    ✅Valid student ID required
    ✅Nol Card (Blue) required
    AED12

    Seniors & People of Determination

    ✅With valid Emirates ID
    ✅Nol Gold Card recommended
    AEDFree

    Children under 90cm

    ✅Must be accompanied
    ✅No seat if crowded
    ℹ️

    Nol Card is the official payment card for all RTA Dubai services including buses, metro, tram, and water bus. You can purchase and recharge Nol cards at all metro stations, bus stations, and authorized retailers. Tap in and tap out to ensure correct fare calculation.

    Onboard Features

    Bus Amenities

    What to expect on board the RAKTA Bus Route: Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah

    Around the Route

    Nearby Places & Landmarks

    Things to see and do near key stops on the RAKTA Bus Route: Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah

    1Dubai Union Bus Station

    Deira Commercial District & Union Square

    📍
    Dubai Union Bus Station
    🚇
    Union Metro (Green+Red Lines)
    🏢
    Deira business district
    6Al Hamra Bus Station, RAK

    RAK City & Coastal District

    📍
    Al Hamra Bus Station
    🛒
    Al Hamra Mall
    📍
    RAK Ceramics
    📍
    Al Nakheel
    🏖️
    RAK Corniche

    Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The RAKTA intercity bus is operated by Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority connecting Dubai Union Bus Station to Al Hamra Bus Station in RAK. It is separate from RTA Dubai services.

    Dubai to RAK: AED 27. RAK to Dubai: AED 20. Cash or RAKBus app. Nol Card is NOT accepted.

    90 minutes to 2 hours depending on whether the bus goes direct or via Sharjah and Ajman.

    Every 60 minutes from 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM Dubai to RAK.

    No. RAKTA operates independently of RTA Dubai. Payment is by cash or ticket at the station counter. Use the RAKBus app for online booking.

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