Muscat Bus 202: Best Complete Guide – Muscat to Abu Dhabi via Buraimi & Al Ain

Dear All, Muscat Bus 202 is Mwasalat’s international intercity service connecting Muscat to Abu Dhabi in the UAE, operated in cooperation with Capital Express and passing through Buraimi and Al Ain along the way. Muscat Bus Route 202 is a genuinely long journey — around 9 hours outbound — making it a budget alternative to flying for travelers not in a rush.

About Muscat Bus 202

Route 202 departs Azaiba Bus Station early in the morning, stopping at Muscat International Airport and Burj Sahwa before crossing into the interior of Oman toward the UAE border at Buraimi. After clearing the border area, the route continues into the UAE via Al Ain, finally reaching Abu Dhabi Bus Station in the evening. The return journey follows a similar path in reverse, departing Abu Dhabi late morning and arriving back in Muscat at night.

Muscat Bus Route 202 Schedule

Muscat Bus Route 202 Stops and Tips

Key stops along the way include Muscat International Airport, Burj Sahwa Bus Station, Al Mabelah, the Buraimi Terminus Area (where there’s a scheduled longer stop, likely for border formalities and a break), Al Ain Central Bus Station, and finally Abu Dhabi Bus Station. Given the journey’s length, both directions include a substantial layover at Buraimi and Al Ain — worth planning around if you have onward connections.

One important correction: if you’re comparing this against other sources, note that this is confirmed as a Muscat-to-Abu Dhabi route, not Dubai — despite some informal references to it as a “Dubai bus,” the actual documented schedule and stops confirm Abu Dhabi as the destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Muscat Bus Route 202 go?
From Muscat to Abu Dhabi, UAE, via Buraimi and Al Ain — not Dubai, despite some informal naming.

How long does the trip take?
Around 9 hours in each direction, including stops.

Who operates Route 202?
Mwasalat, in cooperation with Capital Express.

Does Route 202 stop at the airport?
Yes, Muscat International Airport is an early stop on the outbound journey.

Is there a long stop at the border area?
Yes, both Buraimi and Al Ain have extended stops built into the schedule. (06:30-15:40 per schedule); ~10 hours 35 min Abu Dhabi to Muscat (10:45-20:35 with intermediate long stops)

Nearby Routes and Connections

See the Muscat bus routes hub for local Muscat routes connecting to Azaiba Bus Station. For live updates and ticket booking, check Mwasalat’s official ticketing site.

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