Driving from Ras Al Khaimah to Sharjah
Sharjah lies 73 km (46 mi) south-west of Ras Al Khaimah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 7 min without stops, over roughly 90 km (56 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Ras Al Khaimah | Sharjah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | United Arab Emirates |
| Population | 351,943 | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 2 m (7 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) |
Where to book car hire from Ras Al Khaimah 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 Ras Al Khaimah?
73 km (46 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ras Al Khaimah; by road roughly 90 km (56 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ras Al Khaimah to Sharjah by car?
About 1 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ras Al Khaimah 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
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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.