Are you planning a trip from UAE to Oman but don't want to spend much on transport? If yes, then ditch flights since Oman is launching a new bus route from its capital city Muscat to Abu Dhabi. Yep, you read that right! The Oman to UAE bus services are resuming from 1 October. The bus service will link Muscat and Abu Dhabi via Al Ain.
Oman's national transport company, Mwasalat, took to social media to announce this update. In terms of pricing, a one-way ticket will cost 11.5 Omani Riyals (Dhs 109.70). Passengers can carry up to 23kg of check-in luggage and hand baggage of up to 7kg.
Buses will depart from Muscat's Azaiba bus station at 6.30am and arrive at Abu Dhabi bus station at 3.40pm, with multiple stops and breaks on the route. Buses will depart from Abu Dhabi at 10.45am and arrive at the Azaiba bus station at 8.35pm. Tickets for this journey can be booked on Mwasalat's website.
In terms of bus service from Sharjah and Dubai, we can expect a route from Sharjah to Oman soon, but Dubai services are yet to begin, so stay tuned for the updates! If you are planning to visit Oman on a budget, this is the perfect option for you.