Dubai International Airport (DXB) is about 42 minutes by car from Royal Hotel in Sharjah. You can travel between Dubai and Sharjah by taxi or intercity bus, but bus routes serve specific stations, so plan the final leg separately.
- Drive: About 42 minutes by car from Royal Hotel to DXB.
- Taxi: Dubai airport taxi starting fares are AED 20 for a normal taxi and AED 25 for a van.
- Bus: Intercity routes connect Dubai and Sharjah; E307 runs between Deira City Centre and Al Jubail Bus Station.
The drive from DXB to the hotel
Royal Hotel is about 42 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport. The hotel’s exact address has not been established, so confirm your destination before booking a transfer. The airport is about 42 minutes by car from a three-star hotel in Sharjah.
For a door-to-door journey, a taxi avoids changing vehicles between Dubai and Sharjah. Dubai’s RTA says taxi fares combine a base fare, distance charge and waiting-time charge; applicable charges for entering Sharjah, Salik tolls and other fees may also apply. Toll-gate charges are billed to the taxi customer.
Taxi and public transport options
A taxi gives you a direct journey, while the intercity bus connects designated stops in Dubai and Sharjah. Dubai airport taxi starting fares are AED 20 for a normal taxi and AED 25 for a van, all day; these are starting fares, not the complete cost of a trip.
Intercity buses E303, E306, E307, E307A and E315 connect the two emirates. E307 runs between Deira City Centre in Dubai and Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah. You would need to arrange onward transport from the station.
On Dubai–Sharjah routes, intercity buses do not pick up or drop off passengers within the same emirate: you board in the departure emirate and get off in the destination emirate. For current departures, use the bus-station timetable or call the S’hail Call Centre at 600 500 605. Nol cards can be used only on RTA buses.
Crossing from Dubai into Sharjah
The bus journey between Dubai and Sharjah is an intercity trip, and its boarding and drop-off rules mean you cannot use these services for travel within one emirate. Choose a route that ends in Sharjah, then plan how you will continue from its stop.
For E307, the Dubai stop is Deira City Centre and the Sharjah stop is Al Jubail Bus Station. Confirm the current route and departure details before setting out. If you are continuing around Sharjah after arrival, local transport options around Sharjah can help with planning other journeys.
Allowing for traffic and arrival time
The 42-minute car journey is an estimate, so leave room for traffic and taxi waiting charges when planning an airport connection. Distance and waiting time affect the fare, and applicable toll and Sharjah-entry charges can add to the base fare.
Bus departure times and services can change. Check the official site before you go: use Dubai’s RTA information for current bus schedules, taxi fares and service details.
FAQs
How long is the drive from Dubai International Airport?
The drive is about 42 minutes by car. Traffic can affect the actual journey time.
What is the starting fare for a taxi from Dubai airport?
Starting fares are AED 20 for a normal taxi and AED 25 for a van, all day. Distance, waiting time and applicable charges can increase the fare.
Can you take a bus from Dubai to Sharjah?
Yes. Intercity routes include E307 between Deira City Centre and Al Jubail Bus Station. Check current departures and plan onward transport from the Sharjah stop.