City, United Arab Emirates
Getting around Fujairah
How to get around Fujairah
A car is the practical choice; taxis and a few buses cover short trips. Dubai and Sharjah are 1.5–2 hours away by road.
Ways to get around Fujairah
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi (Fujairah Taxi / Careem) | About 15–30 AED for 5 km | Metered; book ahead for the coast |
| Intercity bus | About 25–35 AED to Dubai | Bus to Dubai Al Ghubaiba and Union stations |
| Car hire | From about 100 AED a day | Needed for Hajar mountain drives and the coast |
Ride-hailing apps in Fujairah
A 5 km ride costs about Dh15–30 ($4.1–8.2).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Careem | Limited coverage; check availability |
- Taxi availability is thin. Book ahead or arrange transfers through your hotel or dive centre.
Arriving in Fujairah
Fujairah International (FJR)
Very limited passenger flights; most visitors fly into Dubai or Sharjah, then drive or taxi 1.5–2 hours, about 250–400 AED.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Many licences (UK, EU, US, GCC and others) are accepted for rentals; other nationalities need an IDP.
- Onward travel in United Arab Emirates: Intercity buses link Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the northern emirates; most people use taxis, ride-hailing or rental cars. Dubai Metro covers Dubai's main corridor.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Fujairah?
No. Use Careem instead.
What's the best way to get around Fujairah?
A car is the practical choice; taxis and a few buses cover short trips. Dubai and Sharjah are 1.5–2 hours away by road.
How do I get from the airport to Fujairah?
Very limited passenger flights; most visitors fly into Dubai or Sharjah, then drive or taxi 1.5–2 hours, about 250–400 AED.
Is Fujairah walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
Fares are typical 2026 prices; check the operator for today's fares. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.