Riyadh to Abu Dhabi, UAE
From Riyadh to the UAE capital: south-east to the Al Batha border, then along the E11 to Abu Dhabi. It is about 140 km shorter than going on to Dubai.
A private car with driver from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi is about 850 km and roughly 8 hours of driving, plus border time. The car crosses at Al Batha (Saudi side) and Ghuwaifat (UAE side) and follows the E11 coastal highway to Abu Dhabi. The fixed fare includes vehicle border crossing fees; each passenger carries their own documents.
- Distance
- ~850 km
- Driving
- ~8h
- Crossing
- Al Batha – Ghuwaifat crossing
- Best for
- Government & business visits, families
Riyadh to Abu Dhabi, UAE, stop by stop
Pickup
Start
Riyadh
Your Riyadh address.
South-east
To the Al Batha border
The long Saudi leg, with rest stops.
Border
Al Batha → Ghuwaifat
Saudi exit and UAE entry, in person.
Coast road
E11 east to Abu Dhabi
Along the coast of the Al Dhafra region.
Drop-off
≈ km 850
Abu Dhabi
Corniche, Saadiyat, Yas, Al Maryah Island or Zayed International Airport (AUH).
Every passenger completes their own exit and entry checks at Al Batha – Ghuwaifat crossing. Border processing time varies and is never guaranteed, so we build margin into the pickup time.
Door-to-door or border drop-off?
Two ways to book this trip. Both have one fixed fare agreed in writing before you travel.
Door-to-door
- Same car and driver from your door to your address in Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Vehicle crossing fees at Al Batha – Ghuwaifat crossing included
- No luggage transfers, no arranging transport on the other side
Border drop-off · lower fare
- We drive you to the Saudi side of Al Batha – Ghuwaifat crossing
- Cheaper, because our car does not cross
- You arrange your own onward transport on the other side, and check how passengers continue at this crossing
Where we drop off in Abu Dhabi
Give us the exact address — the city and islands are spread out.
Corniche & city centre
Hotels, offices and homes downtown.
Saadiyat & Yas Island
Resorts, museums district and Yas.
Al Maryah Island
Business and financial district.
Zayed International Airport (AUH)
For onward flights.
Who books this route
- Business between the two capitals. Executive sedan with a written quote and invoicing on request.
- Families visiting Abu Dhabi. SUV or van with luggage, door to door.
Choose your vehicle
Executive sedanSolo travellers and couples, business trips Quote
Full-size SUVFamilies, more luggage, long desert stretches Quote
VanGroups and heavy luggage Quote
Vehicles come from our vetted partner network. The car for your date is confirmed as eligible to cross before we send the fare.
Planning tips for this route
- Going on to Dubai?. Dubai is about 140 km further along the same road. See our Riyadh to Dubai route.
- Plan a full day. 8 hours of driving plus the border. Start in the morning.
Included in your fare
- One fixed fare in writing — no meter, no surge
- Border crossing fees for the vehicle included in the fare
- 15–30 minutes of free waiting on every trip
- English- and Arabic-speaking drivers
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Pay cash to the driver or by bank transfer
Documents for Al Batha – Ghuwaifat crossing
- A valid passport (or the ID your nationality may use for this crossing) for every passenger, including children.
- The right to enter the destination country — visa, eVisa or exemption, depending on nationality.
- Saudi residents: a valid exit and re-entry visa where it applies.
- Requirements change. Confirm current entry rules with official sources before you travel — we do not arrange visas or immigration.
Riyadh to Abu Dhabi, UAE: your questions
How far is Riyadh from Abu Dhabi by road?
About 850 km — roughly 8 hours of driving via the Al Batha–Ghuwaifat crossing and the E11, plus border time.
Which border is used from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi?
Al Batha on the Saudi side and Ghuwaifat on the UAE side, at the western end of the E11 highway.
Is this a local Abu Dhabi taxi service?
No. It is a pre-booked private car with a professional driver from your Riyadh address to your Abu Dhabi address.
Are border crossing fees included?
Yes, vehicle border crossing fees are included in the fixed fare.
What do I need for the UAE border?
A valid passport or accepted ID and the right to enter the UAE; Saudi residents generally also need a valid exit and re-entry visa. Check official sources before travel.
Get your Riyadh to Abu Dhabi, UAE quote
Send the details. We confirm an eligible vehicle and reply on WhatsApp with one fixed fare, border crossing fees included.
Trip type
Where should we send your quote?
Final pricing depends on route, vehicle, date, and passengers — confirmed with you directly before booking.
Private Transportation Only·Every booking is your own private vehicle and professional chauffeur.
Corporate invoicing can be arranged through our sister company.