Driving from Muscat to Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah lies 349 km (217 mi) north-west of Muscat, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 20 min without stops, over roughly 426 km (265 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Muscat | Ras Al Khaimah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Oman | United Arab Emirates |
| Population | 797,000 | 351,943 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Muscat) | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) |
What changes when you arrive in Ras Al Khaimah
Crossing from Oman into United Arab Emirates: money changes from the Rial to the Dirham (AED); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +971; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648827.
Where to book car hire from Muscat to Ras Al Khaimah
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Staying in Ras Al Khaimah
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Common questions
How far is Ras Al Khaimah from Muscat?
349 km (217 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Muscat; by road roughly 426 km (265 mi).
How long does it take to get from Muscat to Ras Al Khaimah by car?
About 5 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Muscat and Ras Al Khaimah?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Ras Al Khaimah?
The Dirham (AED).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.