The Ajman to Abu Dhabi bus runs 4 direct trips daily, departing Al Musalla Bus Station at 7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 7:00 PM, with no intermediate stops. The journey takes approximately 3 hours, and a one-way ticket costs AED 30 with a Masaar card or AED 35 cash.
What to do now:
- Pick your departure slot from the four daily times below
- Get a Masaar card (AED 25, includes AED 20 balance) at Al Musalla Station to save AED 5 per trip
- Arrive 10–15 minutes early — evening return trips fill up fastest
Ajman → Abu Dhabi Full Schedule – Both Directions
This is a genuine direct service — the bus does not stop or pick up passengers anywhere between Ajman and Abu Dhabi.
| Ajman → Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi → Ajman |
|---|---|
| 7:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 9:30 PM (last) |
This direct service has run since July 9, 2024 — some guides still incorrectly claim no direct Ajman-Abu Dhabi bus exists and suggest routing through Dubai instead. That advice is outdated; the direct route requires no transfer at all.
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Fare and Payment Options
| Payment Method | One-Way Fare |
|---|---|
| Cash at ticket counter | AED 35 |
| Masaar card | AED 30 |
| Masaar app booking | AED 30 + AED 4 per extra passenger |
A Masaar card costs AED 25 to purchase, including AED 20 starting balance — available at the Customer Happiness Centre inside Al Musalla Station. For anyone taking this route more than once, the card pays for itself immediately through the AED 5 per-trip discount.
Al Musalla Bus Station — What’s There
Al Musalla Bus Station sits on Sheikh Abdullah Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi Street and functions as Ajman’s main intercity hub, with connections beyond Abu Dhabi to Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Umm Al Quwain.
Pro tip: If you’re not near Al Musalla Station itself, APTA’s Bus-On-Demand service — an AI-routed minibus running 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily — can pick you up from a nearby point and connect you to the station, useful if you’d otherwise need a taxi just to reach the terminal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is the first and last bus from Ajman to Abu Dhabi?
The first bus departs Al Musalla Station at 7:00 AM, and the last departs at 7:00 PM. From Abu Dhabi, the last return bus departs at 9:30 PM.
Is there a direct bus from Ajman to Abu Dhabi?
Yes. APTA operates a direct service with no intermediate stops, running 4 times daily in each direction since July 2024. This is not a transfer route through Dubai or Sharjah.
How much does the Ajman to Abu Dhabi bus cost?
AED 35 cash at the counter, or AED 30 with a Masaar card. The Masaar card itself costs AED 25 (including AED 20 starting balance) and pays for itself after one trip’s discount.
How long does the Ajman to Abu Dhabi bus take?
Approximately 3 hours for the direct route, with no stops between Al Musalla Station and Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station.
Last verified: September 2026 Reviewed by: UAE Content Team Source: Ajman Public Transport Authority (APTA)
