Dubai and Abu Dhabi are about 122 km (76 miles) apart as the crow flies. The best way to travel between them is usually a train, bus or short drive. Here are your options.
Distance
122 km
In miles
76 mi
Best way
train, bus or short drive
Ways to get from Dubai to Abu Dhabi
Train or busRecommended
~2h if a direct line exists
Often the most scenic and city-centre-to-city-centre option.
DriveRecommended
~1.5h behind the wheel
Great for flexibility and stops, assumes a land route is available.
Times are estimates from straight-line distance to help you plan, always check live schedules and whether a land route exists before booking.
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Dubai to Abu Dhabi: questions
How far is Abu Dhabi from Dubai?+
Dubai and Abu Dhabi are about 122 km (76 miles) apart in a straight line. The actual travel distance by road or air will be a little longer.
Can you travel overland from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?+
Yes, at roughly 122 km apart, a train, bus or drive is realistic where a land route exists, and often more scenic than flying.