How to get fromKhobar to Abu Dhabiby bus, plane, or car

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Bus to Bahrain International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Al Khobar to Manamabus
2. Fly from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)plane BAH - AUH
5h 30m
AED 457–580
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dammam to Muscatbus
2. Take the bus from Ruwi to Mabelahbus 01 / ...
3. Take the bus from Mabelah Bus Stn to Abu Dhabi Central Bus Stnbus 202
26h 53m
AED 197–480
Drive 690.9 km
1. Drive from Khobar to Abu Dhabicar 690.9 km
6h 18m
AED 281–406
Bus, bus to King Fahd International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Al Khobar North 1 to Dammam Main Stnbus
2. Take the bus from Dammam Main Stn to King Fahd Airport Stnbus
3. Fly from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)plane DMM - AUH
6h 31m
AED 530–702
Drive to Hamad International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Khobar to Hamad International Airport (DOH)car
2. Fly from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)plane DOH - AUH
5h 43m
AED 671–1,004

Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) flights

63Weekly Planes

1h 23mAverage Duration

AED 253Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Khobar to Abu Dhabi.

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Distance: 543.7 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Khobar, Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates?

You can take a bus from Al Khobar North 1 to Abu Dhabi Central Bus Stn via Dammam Main Stn, Dammam, Muscat, Ruwi, and Mabelah Bus Stn in around 26h 53m.

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Abu Dhabi(opens in a new window), United Arab Emirates(opens in a new window)

Souks, skyscrapers and desert safaris are what comes to mind when thinking of this uber-modern Middle Eastern city. Start your day with a strong cup of gahwa (Arabic coffee) before taking in the architectural brilliance of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and delving into history at the Heritage Village. Shop til you drop at Souk Qaryat Al Beri, unleash your inner Picasso at the Louvre Abu Dhabi or explore the breathtaking desert landscape on an off-road safari. Take a day trip to nearby Yas Island, home to Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld theme park, or explore the nearby ‘Garden City’ of Al-Ain, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Things to do in Abu Dhabi

Mission Ferrari(Opens in a new window)

Mission Ferrari is an enclosed roller coaster located at Ferrari World on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. An SFX Coaster developed by Dynamic Attractions, the coaster stages thrilling ride elements against highly immersive media. Originally intended to operate in 2015, Mission Ferrari became notorious for spending eight years under construction due to issues with the highly sophisticated prototype hardware and the COVID-19 pandemic. Its costly development ultimately pushed Dynamic Attractions to declare bankruptcy shortly after the ride opened.

Formula Rossa(Opens in a new window)

Formula Rossa (Arabic: فورمولا روسا) is a launched roller coaster located at Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Manufactured by Intamin, the ride set a speed record when it opened on 4 November 2010, becoming the fastest roller coaster in the world with a maximum speed of 240 km/h. It surpassed Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure, which had held the record since 2005. In addition to its top speed, the coaster propels riders from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately two seconds and will reach its maximum speed in 4.9 seconds.

Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi(Opens in a new window)

Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is an Emirati-themed waterpark located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, that is home to 45 rides, slides, and attractions, and various seasonal events and shows. The waterpark is just minutes away from Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, and CLYMB Abu Dhabi.

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi(Opens in a new window)

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is a marine life theme park and animal researching, rescue & rehabilitation center that opened on May 23, 2023, on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It is the first SeaWorld park outside of the United States and the first park without orcas. The Abu Dhabi–based company Miral Asset Management is the owner and operator of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi under a license from United Parks & Resorts.

Places to stay in Abu Dhabi

Al Diar Sawa Hotel Apartments(Opens in a new window)

8.1Very Good

Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi(Opens in a new window)

8.9Fabulous

Paragon Hotel Apartments(Opens in a new window)

8.3Very Good

AG Hotel(Opens in a new window)

8.4Very Good