The UAE has always possessed a strong infrastructure that is up to date. Roads and highways in the UAE are designed to meet the country's connectivity needs and environmental constraints. All of the major expressways in the UAE serve as the underlying foundation of the country's overall infrastructure and improve traffic efficiency and inter-emirate connectivity.
Here is a list and description of all the major highways in the UAE to help you get around more quickly and conveniently.
Except for Fujairah, the E11 highway connects all of the emirates. It is the longest road in the UAE measuring 558 kilometers in total length. The road runs from Al Silah in Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah. The E11 connects the most important areas of the cities, including Al Majaz in Sharjah, Bur Dubai in Dubai, and the Abu Dhabi International Airport. In each emirate, the E11 is known by a different name.
- Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road, Abu Dhabi
- Ras Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
- Sheikh Muhammad bin Salem Road, Ras Al Khaimah
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E311 is a 140-kilometer-long road that connects Dubai to other emirates. The highway, also known as the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, begins in Abu Dhabi at Al Shamkha. It runs through several Dubai suburbs, including Arabian Ranches and Dubai Silicon Oasis, and enters Sharjah from Mirdif. It continues through Ajman and Umm Al Quwain before connecting to the E11 road in Ras Al Khaimah.
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Sheikh Zayed Road, part of the E11, is Dubai's busiest road. Luxury hotels, high-rise buildings with serviced hotel apartments, and residential flats line the expressway. This busy road also connects to central business districts in Dubai. The Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai begins near the Zabeel Royal Palace in Zabeel 1. It leads to several famous Dubai landmarks, including the Dubai Mall, Dubai World Trade Centre, Burj Khalifa, and Emirates Towers. In addition, the Sheikh Zayed Road is home to three of Dubai's Salik toll gates.
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The E44 route can be used to travel between Hatta and Dubai. This UAE expressway is known as the Dubai-Hatta Highway or the Al Khail Road. People may also refer to the E44 as Al Aweer Road or Ras Al Khor Road. It's nothing to worry about; different stretches of the highway have other names, but they're all E44 and will take you to fun activities in Hatta. The E44 connects the country to Oman as well.
This highway, which runs along the border between the UAE and Oman, is not as busy as the others on the list. Nonetheless, it is a vital UAE highway that connects the country's eastern villages to the major cities. The road eventually joins the E90 and connects Al Ain to the UAE-Saudi Arabia border.
This highway, also known as the Dubai-Fujairah Road, allows you to travel to either emirate in 40 to 60 minutes. It is the quickest way to get from Dubai to Fujairah or vice versa. It has been in operation since 2011 and is approximately 30 kilometers shorter than the previous roads for this route. It is also part of the bus route connecting Dubai and Fujairah.
E611, also known as the Emirates Road in Dubai, is 110 kilometers long. This highway in Dubai and the UAE runs parallel to and as an alternative route to the E11 and E311. The Emirates Road is ideal for those who want to travel from Abu Dhabi to Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, and Umm Al Quwain without having to pass through Downtown Dubai and vice versa.
The United Arab Emirates is the dream destination for adventure-seeker travellers, given that it is the country of car enthusiasts. It prides itself on having great supercars and some of the best driving routes in the world. Broad coastal areas, high mountains, wild deserts, and beautifully paved roads stretching as far as the eye can see makes it a dream location to improve your motor skills. In addition, the breathtaking views of the winding landscapes of the United Arab Emirates are spectacular, attracting motoring enthusiasts to their hearts.
Here are our picks for the top six driving roads in the UAE:
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Jebel al Jais is the highest mountain in the UAE, measuring 6,268 feet tall and forming part of the Hajar Mountains. It is located on the border between Oman and the UAE. Jebel al Jais is among the best driving roads in the UAE, with its rugged rocky terrain, sharp hairpin turns, and sweeping corners.
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There is no doubt that Jebel Hafeet is the most well-known mountain in the UAE. Al Ain is 170 kilometers from Abu Dhabi. The second highest peak in the Emirates is Jebel Hafeet Mountain, which stands at 4,000 feet. The beautiful asphalt road snaking around Jebel Hafeet was built in 1986 and is over 7.3 miles long with 60 corners. The drive up the steep rocks to the summit, at 1,250 meters, is thrilling. These winding roads make it one of the best driving roads in the UAE.
Go past the Hatta Fort Hotel roundabout and turn left to find one of the best driving roads in the UAE. It's a short but thrilling stretch of road where you can drive as fast as you want.
Don't be fooled by the road's length; it's only 10 kilometers long, but the deadly curves, blind corners, and surprising steep inclines and dips make up for it. You must drive carefully, however, because the tarmac road is not the smoothest.
Some may consider Al Taween one of the UAE's best driving roads. You have a choice if you don't want a swarm of people sharing your favorite spot. However, the steep inclines of 30-40 degrees and hairpin turn to make it difficult to power through the roads. Please make sure you choose your best car to drive out here to make it through the high-inclined road. Furthermore, the view from the top is limited to a wide range of rugged mountains.
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The road from Liwa Oasis to Al Ain runs roughly parallel to the Saudi Arabian border. Liwa is a vast desert area on the outskirts of the enormous Empty Quartet desert (Rub Al Khali). The long stretch of road running alongside barren land may not be your ideal location for an adventure, but it has its allure. Liwa may not have twisting roads, tall mountains, or dangerous cliffs, but drifting up and down dunes can be enjoyable. In addition, it would be an ideal location to put your considerable wheel driving skills to the test.
The Kalba-Sharjah road provides a pleasant drive from Dubai to Fujairah. The Kalba-Sharjah drive is a straight road with no exciting bends to navigate. After 50 kilometers of driving through the emirate's industrial area, the fun begins when you see rolling mountains ahead.
The S-bends begin to appear just before you reach Fayyad, adding some excitement to your journey. The real adventure starts when you pass through the 1.27 km long tunnel. You arrive in Fujairah after breaking through that tunnel. Driving through the beautiful coastal scenery of Fujairah in a gorgeous car with the windows down and an endless stretch of smooth road.
It's easy to determine the speed limits on each of these roads. All Dubai and UAE freeways have a unified speed limit ranging from 100km/h to 120km/h. Speed limits in cities range from 60 to 80 kilometers per hour.
Always drive in the right lane, leave enough space to change lanes, use turn signals when changing lanes, and maintain a broad view. Keeping your focus on the road is critical to your and others' safety.
Each emirate has its own highways. Knowing these routes and where they lead is essential for anyone in the UAE. It eliminates or reduces the difficulty of navigating across and within the various emirates. It also assists you in planning the most incredible road trips throughout the UAE.
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