Abu Dhabi to Sharjah by train
Sharjah lies 142 km (88 mi) north-east of Abu Dhabi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 2 min at the speeds typical of United Arab Emirates rail, over roughly 173 km (108 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Abu Dhabi | Sharjah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | United Arab Emirates |
| Population | 1.8 million | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Abu Dhabi to Sharjah
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Staying in Sharjah
Our booking partner lists 122 places to stay in Sharjah. Of the 48 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (14), and 7 are five-star. Across 28 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.5 out of 10. Guests have left 19,303 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Sharjah from Abu Dhabi?
142 km (88 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Abu Dhabi; by road roughly 173 km (108 mi).
How long does it take to get from Abu Dhabi to Sharjah by train?
About 2 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abu Dhabi and Sharjah?
No, both are on Asia/Dubai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Sharjah?
Our booking partner lists 122 places to stay in Sharjah, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.