Jebel Ali to Sohar by bus
Sohar lies 177 km (110 mi) south-east of Jebel Ali, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 26 min including stops, over roughly 216 km (135 mi) of road.
| Jebel Ali | Sohar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Oman |
| Population | 210,000 | 108,274 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) | UTC+4 (Asia/Muscat) |
What changes when you arrive in Sohar
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 Jebel Ali to Sohar
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Staying in Sohar
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Common questions
How far is Sohar from Jebel Ali?
177 km (110 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Jebel Ali; by road roughly 216 km (135 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jebel Ali to Sohar by bus?
About 3 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jebel Ali and Sohar?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Sohar?
The Rial (OMR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.