Abu Dhabi to Amman: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1234.5 miles 1986.8 km · straight line
1424.9 miles actual route 2293.2 km · driving distance
24h 12min estimated drive time
AED 432 - AED 532 estimated fuel cost
~2h 59min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Abu Dhabi from Amman?

The distance from Abu Dhabi to Amman is 1234.5 miles (1986.8 km) as the crow flies. Amman is located WNW of Abu Dhabi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1424.9 miles, taking about 24h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 59min. Abu Dhabi is in United Arab Emirates, while Amman is in Jordan.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abu Dhabi and Amman. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Abu Dhabi to Amman

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 12min AED 432 - AED 532 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 2min $114–$214* Budget
Train ~31h 28min $171–$499* Comfort

Quick Facts

Abu Dhabi
24.45°N, 54.38°E
Asia/Dubai
27m elevation
Amman
31.95°N, 35.93°E
Asia/Amman
757m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 412 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 103 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM