Day trip from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah lies 102 km (63 mi) north-east of Dubai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 102 km (63 mi) apart, Ras Al Khaimah is a realistic day trip from Dubai: about 1 h 39 min each way by road.
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| Dubai | Ras Al Khaimah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | United Arab Emirates |
| Population | 3.8 million | 351,943 |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) |
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Common questions
How far is Ras Al Khaimah from Dubai?
102 km (63 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Dubai; by road roughly 124 km (77 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah by road?
About 1 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah?
No, both are on Asia/Dubai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.