Abu Dhabi to Rustaq by bus
Rustaq lies 330 km (205 mi) east of Abu Dhabi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 10 min including stops, over roughly 402 km (250 mi) of road.
| Abu Dhabi | Rustaq | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Oman |
| Population | 1.8 million | 120,000 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 341 m (1,119 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) | UTC+4 (Asia/Muscat) |
What changes when you arrive in Rustaq
Crossing from United Arab Emirates into Oman: money changes from the Dirham to the Rial (OMR); sockets are BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +968; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q4676624.
Where to book buses from Abu Dhabi to Rustaq
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Staying in Rustaq
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Common questions
How far is Rustaq from Abu Dhabi?
330 km (205 mi) in a straight line, east of Abu Dhabi; by road roughly 402 km (250 mi).
How long does it take to get from Abu Dhabi to Rustaq by bus?
About 6 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abu Dhabi and Rustaq?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Rustaq?
The Rial (OMR).
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.