Dh50 only: Travel from UAE to Oman by bus
Would you like to explore Musandam in Oman through its untouched beaches while snorkelling or taking boat rides that offer breathtaking fjord and mountain views? Without a car to drive to Musandam you can board a bus from Ras Al Khaimah to make the trip. The Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) provides international public bus services for travelers going to Musandam. This information provides a complete guide to your trip.
What is the bus route for Ras Al Khaimah to Musandam, Oman?
The bus route includes several bus stops within Ras Al Khaimah and Musandam.
Ras Al Khaimah bus stops:
• Ras Al Khaimah Bus Station (Al Dhait South)
• Al Rams Area
• Sha’am Area
Musandam Bus Stops:
• Tibaat Area
• Wilayat of Bukha
• Harf Area
• Qada Area
• Wilayat of Khasab
Bus schedule and timings
The bus service is only available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Timings:
From Ras Al Khaimah to Musandam:
• 8am
• 6pm
From Musandam to Ras Al Khaimah:
• 8am
• 6pm
How long does the trip take?
According to RAKTA, the bus trip will take around two and a half to three hours.
Cost
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Dh50 for a one-way trip.
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Dh100 for a round trip.
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Free for children under the age of three.
Four ways to book the tickets
1. RAKBus app, which is available for Apple and Android devices
2. RAKBus website - rakbus.ae
3. On the bus
4. Ras Al Khaimah bus station
How to book tickets on the RAKBus website
Step 1: Enter the trip details
• Visit the website - rakbus.ae, and select your departure point as RAK – ‘Al Hamra Bus Station’ and ‘Musandam’ as your arrival.
• Enter the outbound and return date.
• Select the number of passengers.
• Click on ‘Find my Journey’.
Step 2: Select the timings
• Select the timings for the outbound and return trip.
• Click ‘Continue’.
Step 3: Select your seat
Selecting your seat on the RAKTA bus is free of charge. There are seats reserved for seniors, women, and People of Determination. You also have the option to select seats with extra leg room.
• Select your seats for both the trips by selecting the ‘Confirm’ button.
• You also have the option to add free WiFi for the bus trip, which is valid for one hour.
• Click ‘Continue’.
Step 4: Log into your RAKTA account or create a new account
Users who don't possess an existing RAKTA account can create one by clicking the ‘Sign Up’ button under ‘Log In’ and then filling in full name, nationality, mobile number, email address, password and age group.
Step 5: Enter passenger details
Immediately after account creation you need to enter your full name, mobile number, age, gender and nationality as passenger details.
Next, select your payment method:
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Choosing Pay Now means you must complete your ticket purchase using your credit or debit card through an online payment system.
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Selecting this payment option will give you a reference number to present at the ticket counters in Ras Al Khaimah’s Al Hamra Bus Station located in the Al Dhait area.
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Selecting online payment for your tickets results in a digital ticket delivery to your registered email address.
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UAE nationals must pay a 5 OMR (Dh47) visa fee when entering Oman and need to present both a valid Emirates ID and passport. Residents of the UAE need to pay Dh35 when they leave the country.
How to travel from other emirates to Ras Al Khaimah
Residents of other emirates who wish to travel to Oman via the RAKTA bus network should book their intercity bus tickets through the official rakta.gov.ae website or download the 'RAKbus' app for both Apple and Android devices.
The RAKTA intercity bus network provides routes which allow travelers to board a bus from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ajman, and Al Ain to Ras Al Khaimah.
To book through the website, follow these steps:
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Access rakta.gov.ae and choose 'services' from the top menu.
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First choose 'public transport' then pick 'intercity bus'.
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Users will find all available intercity travel options displayed on the website which includes the ability to purchase tickets for their journey.
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A debit card or a credit card can be used to finalize your payment.
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After making your ticket payment you will get an e-receipt to use as payment verification.
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