Doha to Dubai: Road Trip Guide & Distance

233.8 miles 376.2 km · straight line
432.8 miles actual route 696.5 km · driving distance
6h 35min estimated drive time
QAR 95 - QAR 117 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
91° E bearing direction

How far is Doha from Dubai?

The distance from Doha to Dubai is 233.8 miles (376.2 km) as the crow flies. Dubai is located E of Doha. By car, the driving distance is approximately 432.8 miles, taking about 6h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Doha is in Qatar, while Dubai is in United Arab Emirates.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Doha and Dubai. 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 Doha to Dubai

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 35min QAR 95 - QAR 117 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 54min $35–$65* Budget
Train ~6h 15min $52–$151* Comfort

Quick Facts

Doha
25.29°N, 51.53°E
Asia/Qatar
10m elevation
Dubai
25.20°N, 55.27°E
Asia/Dubai
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM