Abu Dhabi to Doha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

187.5 miles 301.7 km · straight line
372.1 miles actual route 598.8 km · driving distance
5h 39min estimated drive time
AED 113 - AED 139 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
288° WNW bearing direction

How far is Abu Dhabi from Doha?

The distance from Abu Dhabi to Doha is 187.5 miles (301.7 km) as the crow flies. Doha is located WNW of Abu Dhabi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 372.1 miles, taking about 5h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Abu Dhabi is in United Arab Emirates, while Doha is in Qatar.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abu Dhabi and Doha. 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 Doha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 39min AED 113 - AED 139 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 47min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~5h 22min $45–$130* Comfort

Quick Facts

Abu Dhabi
24.45°N, 54.38°E
Asia/Dubai
27m elevation
Doha
25.29°N, 51.53°E
Asia/Qatar
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM