Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah Transfer With Driver

Book a private Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah transfer for families, hotel guests, corporate groups and larger parties travelling between the two emirates.

Asia Star provides direct transportation from hotels, residences, offices and Dubai airports to Ras Al Khaimah city, Al Marjan Island, Al Hamra, Mina Al Arab, Jebel Jais and other RAK destinations.

dubai to ras al khaimah transfer

Where in Ras Al Khaimah Are You Going?

Ras Al Khaimah covers a wide area from coastal resorts in the south through the city and northern districts to the Hajar Mountains. For transfer planning, we normally separate destinations into the following areas:

RAK destinationTypical requirement
Al Marjan IslandResort and hotel transfers
Al HamraHotels, resorts, residences and events
Mina Al ArabResort, hotel and residential transfers
Ras Al Khaimah CityHotels, offices, residences and business travel
Al Rams / northern RAKPrivate and group transfers
Jebel JaisMountain trips, activities and day visits
RAK AirportAirport-related transfers

The exact destination should always be provided before pricing.

Dubai to Al Marjan Island Transfer

Al Marjan Island is one of the most common Ras Al Khaimah destinations for guests travelling from Dubai. The island is home to major beachfront hotels and resorts and is located on the southern side of Ras Al Khaimah. We can arrange private transfers from:

Dubai Airport → Al Marjan Island
Dubai hotel → Al Marjan Island
Dubai residence → Al Marjan resort
Al Marjan Island → Dubai
Al Marjan Island → DXB

This can be booked one way or with a separate return transfer on another date. For hotel check-in transfers, provide the number of suitcases as well as passengers.

Dubai to Al Hamra Transfer

Private transport can also be arranged directly to hotels, residences and venues around Al Hamra Village and the surrounding resort district. This works well for:

Hotel guests
Golf groups
Wedding guests
Corporate visitors
Families
Tour groups

If several passengers are staying at different hotels within Al Hamra or Al Marjan, send all hotel names before booking so the drop-off sequence can be planned properly.

Dubai to Mina Al Arab Transfer

Mina Al Arab sits between Al Hamra and central Ras Al Khaimah and includes waterfront resorts and residences. Mina Al Arab is a little over an hour from Dubai under normal driving conditions, although journey time depends on your Dubai origin and traffic.

We can arrange transfers directly to resorts, private residences and event venues in the area. This is useful for guests travelling with hotel luggage who want door-to-door transport instead of changing vehicles during the journey.

Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah City

If your destination is central Ras Al Khaimah rather than a resort, provide the exact hotel, office or residential area. We can arrange private transfers to locations around:

RAK City
Old Ras Al Khaimah
Al Nakheel
Khuzam
Al Mairid
Al Qawasim Corniche
Other central RAK areas

Dubai to Jebel Jais Transfer

Jebel Jais is located within the Hajar Mountains and is the highest mountain in the UAE at approximately 1,934 metres. The mountain road includes bends, viewpoints and designated stopping areas, so a Jebel Jais trip requires different timing from a resort transfer. Please note that larger buses and coaches cannot operate on the Jebel Jais mountain route. For Jebel Jais trips, we can arrange only smaller vehicles such as:

  • 7-seater vehicles
  • 12-seater vans
  • 15-seater Toyota Hiace vans

If you are travelling with a larger group, the group will need to be divided across multiple smaller vans for the mountain journey. For example, a group of 30 passengers may require two or three Hiace vans rather than one large bus. Please share your total passenger count in advance so we can recommend the correct number of vehicles for Jebel Jais. You may be travelling for:

Jais Flight
Jais Sky Tour
Jais Sledder
Hiking
Mountain dining
Sightseeing
A private event

One-Way Transfer, Return or Full-Day Trip?

The correct booking depends on what happens after you reach Ras Al Khaimah.

One-Way Transfer

Best when you are:

Checking into a RAK resort
Moving to a RAK residence
Continuing your holiday in Ras Al Khaimah
Travelling for a meeting without requiring the vehicle afterward

Same-Day Return

Best for:

Meetings
Events
Jebel Jais visits
Private day trips
Resort day visits

Full-Day Vehicle

Better when the group has:

Several stops in RAK
Uncertain finish times
Business appointments
A mountain visit plus another destination
A custom itinerary

Dubai Airport to Ras Al Khaimah

Many Ras Al Khaimah hotel guests arrive through Dubai International Airport and continue directly to their resort or hotel by road. Transfers can be arranged from:

DXB Terminal 1, DXB Terminal 2, DXB Terminal 3, Al Maktoum International Airport to: Al Marjan Island, Al Hamra, Mina Al Arab, RAK City, and Other confirmed RAK locations. For an airport transfer, provide:

Flight number
Arrival time
Passenger count
Large suitcase count
Final hotel or destination

Dubai Airport Transfer

Which Vehicle Should We Use?

Vehicle selection for dubai to al ras al khaimah transfer comes after we know the destination and trip type.

GroupVehicle to consider
1–3 passengersToyota Camry
Small familyToyota Highlander / Kia Carnival
Premium small groupMercedes V-Class
8–15 passengersToyota Hiace
Up to 16 passengersMercedes Sprinter
Up to 19 passengers19-seat Mercedes Sprinter
20–30 passengersToyota Coaster / minibus
30–37 passengersLuxury bus
38–45 passengers40–45 seater coach
Large group50–53 seater coach

For resort check-in groups, luggage may require moving one category higher.

Transfers for Corporate Groups & Events

Dubai to ras al khaimah transfer can also be arranged for:

Corporate meetings
Company retreats
Weddings
Conferences
Resort events
Team activities
Private functions

For a company event at a RAK resort, the movement may involve: Dubai offices → RAK resort → Dubai or Multiple Dubai hotels → RAK event venue → hotels. For several pickup points, provide the passenger count at each location so the appropriate vehicle combination can be planned.

Multiple RAK Hotel Drop-Offs

One vehicle can make several hotel drop-offs. For example: Al Marjan Island Hotel 1 → Al Hamra Hotel → Mina Al Arab Resort. However, additional stops increase both distance and operating time.

For large groups staying at several hotels, it may sometimes be more efficient to use multiple vehicles rather than send one bus around different parts of Ras Al Khaimah. Send the hotel distribution before booking.

Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah Transfer FAQs

How long does Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah take?

A private road transfer is around 70–90 minutes under clear conditions, but the actual time depends on the Dubai pickup point, RAK destination and traffic. A resort in southern RAK is not the same journey as Jebel Jais or northern Ras Al Khaimah.

Can you transfer us directly from Dubai Airport to Al Marjan Island?

Yes. Direct DXB transfers can be arranged to hotels and resorts on Al Marjan Island. Send your flight number, passenger count and luggage quantity when booking.

Can we book a one-way transfer and arrange the return several days later?

Yes. The outbound and return journeys can be booked for different dates. You do not need to reserve the vehicle for the entire stay.

Does the driver have to wait while we spend the day at Jebel Jais?

Not necessarily. Depending on the booking, the vehicle can remain available or return at a confirmed collection time. Send your Jebel Jais activity and expected finish time when requesting the quotation.

Is Jebel Jais the same price as a normal RAK hotel transfer?

No. Jebel Jais involves additional mountain driving and different waiting time, so it is different from other transfers.

Can one bus drop our group at several Ras Al Khaimah resorts?

Yes. Multiple drop-offs can be included if confirmed before booking. Send the passenger count for each hotel so we can plan accordingly.

Which vehicle is suitable for 15 passengers checking into a RAK hotel with luggage?

A 15-seater technically provide enough passenger seats, but 15 travellers with large suitcases requires a 30 seater minibus. Send the luggage count before confirming the vehicle.

Can 45 passengers travel to Ras Al Khaimah in a 45-seater coach?

For a local luggage-free journey, it may be possible depending on the coach. For 45 hotel guests with large suitcases, we would generally consider additional capacity such as a 50- or 53-seater coach or a separate luggage vehicle.

Can we travel from Dubai to Al Marjan Island for an event and return late at night?

Yes. We can arrange same-day return transport. Provide the event finish time so the return pickup is planned accordingly.

Can the same vehicle take us to RAK and then around several attractions?

Yes, this is a full-day booking. You can inform us all the details to get the quote.

Can you pick us up in Ras Al Khaimah and bring us back to Dubai?

Yes. Transfers are available in both directions. The pickup can be from a resort, hotel, residence or other agreed RAK location.

Is there a public bus between Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah?

Public transport options exist, but we private group transportation. Private transfer is intended for passengers who want pickup from their exact location, direct hotel/resort drop-off, group travel, luggage handling or a custom return schedule.

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