~1.5 hr
Typical drive time
Door to door
Pickup & drop-off
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Fleet to choose from
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Route-specific quote
Inter-Emirate · Private Transfer · UAE

Private Chauffeur from Dubai to Abu Dhabi — One-Way, Return or With Waiting

Do you need a transfer to Abu Dhabi, or a chauffeur who stays available while you are there? Luxury Chauffeurs Dubai provides private travel for one-way journeys, planned returns and longer itineraries with waiting between stops.

Share your Dubai pickup, Abu Dhabi destination, date, passengers and luggage. Choose an executive sedan, luxury SUV or suitable group vehicle, then receive a written quotation for the complete journey before confirming.

Available journey types
One-way transfer
Dubai → Abu Dhabi
Planned return
Dubai ⇄ Abu Dhabi
With waiting
Chauffeur on standby
Share when requesting your quote
Dubai pickup address Abu Dhabi destination Date & time Passenger count Luggage count Journey type Vehicle preference
Journey Types · Booking Guide · Dubai to Abu Dhabi

Your Dubai to Abu Dhabi Booking at a Glance

The right arrangement depends on what happens after the outbound journey. A direct hotel drop-off, a meeting followed by a return and a day with several destinations are different services. Tell us the complete plan so your quotation covers the transport you actually need.

Dubai
~1.5 hr
Abu Dhabi
Five common requirements and what to book
Your requirement Booking to request Detail to confirm
Dubai pickup and Abu Dhabi drop-off One-way transfer Exact pickup and destination addresses · vehicle from the full fleet
Outbound journey and later Dubai return Return transfer Return time and collection point · confirm whether Abu Dhabi address differs from the outbound destination
Appointment with chauffeur waiting Wait-and-return Included waiting time and excess-waiting charges · see hourly hire for standby rates
Several destinations during the day Retained chauffeur Hours, mileage and full stop list · private chauffeur or car with driver Abu Dhabi
Dubai to AUH for a flight Airport departure transfer Flight number and intended Zayed International Airport (AUH) arrival time · request a route-specific quote

Request a route-specific inter-emirate quote rather than assuming the Dubai hourly rate applies. Share the complete itinerary — including every stop and required waiting time — so the booking team can confirm the correct service type, vehicle and total price before travel. See the chauffeur pricing guide for published rates across all vehicles.

Vehicles available for this route
Request Your Dubai to Abu Dhabi Quote

Share your pickup, destination, date, passengers, luggage and journey type. Compare the full fleet · see all pricing · or see the Abu Dhabi service page.

Our Luxury Fleet

Mercedes Benz S Class

Mercedes Benz S Class

Premium travel experience with the Mercedes Benz S Class. Its luxurious interior, smooth ride, and professional chauffeur ensure your journey is truly first-class.

550 AED
Airport Transfer
400 AED
Per Hour
2,000 AED
Full Day
3
2
3
Cadillac Escalade

Cadillac Escalade

The Cadillac Escalade offers luxury, space, and style. With third-row seating, modern features, and a skilled chauffeur, it's your perfect SUV for a comfortable ride.

550 AED
Airport Transfer
350 AED
Per Hour
2,000 AED
Full Day
7
5
5
 GMC Yukon XL

GMC Yukon XL

Experience refined travel in our 4x4 SUV. With spacious seating, elegant interior design, and chauffeur service, it provides comfort and space for every journey.

400 AED
Airport Transfer
200 AED
Per Hour
1,200 AED
Full Day
7
5
5
GMC Yukon Denali

GMC Yukon Denali

Experience luxury travel with this 4x4 SUV featuring spacious seating, elegant interior design, and premium comfort. A professional chauffeur and ample luggage space ensure a smooth, stylish journey every time.

450 AED
Airport Transfer
220 AED
Per Hour
1,300 AED
Full Day
7
5
5
Mercedes Benz V Class

Mercedes Benz V-Class

This Mercedes-Benz van offers premium comfort with spacious seating, generous luggage space, and elegant design. Ideal for city tours, events, or business trips with chauffeur-driven excellence every mile.

400 AED
Airport Transfer
180 AED
Per Hour
1,200 AED
Full Day
7
7
5
Mercedes Benz V Class Maybach

Mercedes Benz V Class Maybach

Travel in comfort with this Mercedes-Benz van featuring plush interiors, large luggage space, and a sleek design. Perfect for business, tours, or events with a professional chauffeur on board.

700 AED
Airport Transfer
400 AED
Per Hour
2,400 AED
Full Day
5
4
4
Lexus ES 300 Hybrid

Lexus ES 300 Hybrid

Enjoy a radiant journey in this hybrid sedan with elegant seating and private chauffeur. Known for its smooth ride and modern luxury, this car ensures comfort and sophistication, making every city or long-distance tour relaxing, efficient, and enjoyable.

250 AED
Airport Transfer
120 AED
Per Hour
900 AED
Full Day
3
2
2
BMW-7-Series

BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series offers a refined experience with premium interior, sleek design, and advanced features. Driven by a private chauffeur, this luxury sedan delivers exceptional comfort, meeting all your expectations for business, events, or elegant personal travel.

550 AED
Airport Transfer
300 AED
Per Hour
1,800 AED
Full Day
3
2
2
Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van

Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van

Designed for elite group journeys, this ultra-luxury van features a spacious, stylish interior with professional chauffeur service. Whether for events, family tours, or business rides, it ensures comfort, sophistication, and a truly elevated travel experience for every passenger.

850 AED
Airport Transfer
500 AED
Per Hour
2,000 AED
Full Day
10
10
12
Mercedes-Benz-S-Class-Maybach

Mercedes Benz S Class Maybach

With its charming seating for your luxury transfers with chauffeur service. This Mercedes Benz S Maybach with chauffeur provides a luxury travel experience with its attractive structure.

800 AED
Airport Transfer
500 AED
Per Hour
2,500 AED
Full Day
2
2
2
Distance · Travel Time · Address-Specific

Distance and Travel Time Depend on the Addresses

Dubai and Abu Dhabi are not single pickup and drop-off points. Our existing route information uses approximately 140 kilometres for a representative journey, with an indicative drive of 80–100 minutes in normal traffic. Those figures describe a broad city-to-city example, not every hotel, residence or airport combination.

~140 km
Representative distance
Broad city-to-city example only
80–100 min
Normal traffic indicative
Allow 1.5–2 hrs for planning
Confirm
Actual addresses required
Quote based on exact route

For time-sensitive planning, allow roughly one and a half to two hours as an initial road allowance, then request an assessment using your actual addresses and travel time. Journeys can take longer with traffic, stops or destinations beyond the assumed city endpoints. Airport processing, boarding and time at appointments are additional.

Why the exact address matters
Dubai Marina pickup — different starting point from DXB, Deira or Downtown
Yas Island destination — differs from a city-centre office or AUH airport
DXB to Abu Dhabi hotel — route begins east of the city, adding time vs a central Dubai pickup
With a stop en route — additional time, distance and possible fare adjustment to confirm with the booking team

The written booking should identify both endpoints — exact pickup address and Abu Dhabi destination — rather than treating a general distance estimate as the service specification. Request a route-specific quote using your actual addresses before confirming travel.

Pickup · Destination · Access · Route Planning

Confirm Your Dubai Pickup and Abu Dhabi Destination

We can discuss collection from your hotel, residence, office or airport. Send the building name and usable vehicle entrance, especially where the property has several lobbies or a restricted approach. If passengers are joining from different addresses, include every collection before quotation.

Dubai pickup — what to share
Hotel Building name, lobby & vehicle entrance
Residence Tower name, gate & accessible entrance
DXB Airport Terminal, flight number & arrival time
Office Building, floor and car-park or drop-off bay
Abu Dhabi destinations — each needs its own route plan
City hotels and residences
Confirm the hotel entrance or tower name — not just "Abu Dhabi city centre"
Yas Island venues
Circuit, hotel or attraction — confirm the specific property and drop-off gate
Saadiyat Island resorts
Resort name and main vehicle entrance — several properties share the island
Al Maryah Island offices
Building name, floor and drop-off point — share appointment time as well as arrival preference
Flight time and intended airport arrival — request a route-specific quote

A map location is helpful alongside the address. Where reception, security or a host provides specific access instructions, pass them to the booking team. This helps the chauffeur use the intended drop-off rather than arriving at the wider development's main entrance.

Business Travel Between Dubai and Abu Dhabi

A business day may involve a Dubai hotel pickup, an office appointment on Al Maryah Island, lunch, another meeting and an evening return. A chauffeur retained for the agreed period can connect those movements without requiring a new booking at every stop.

Send addresses and appointment times together. Identify which times are fixed and which may change, and include any colleague or client joining the vehicle. This gives the booking team a practical itinerary to assess rather than a series of disconnected destinations.

Our business chauffeur service is the relevant option for roadshows, corporate guests and recurring schedules. Corporate-account and invoicing arrangements can be discussed when requesting the quotation. Confirm the applicable terms before relying on them for regular travel.

Rent a Car with Driver in Burj Al Arab
Luxury chauffeur drop-off at Zayed Airport

Dubai to Zayed International Airport

For a departure from Zayed International Airport, AUH, specify the airport rather than simply “Abu Dhabi.” Share your flight number, departure date and time, collection address and luggage. Agree pickup around airline check-in requirements and the expected road conditions.

Avoid using a city-centre journey estimate to determine airport arrival automatically. The destination, flight requirements and passenger needs should inform the schedule. Have luggage ready before collection and tell the team about any additional pickup address.

For an arrival at Dubai International Airport followed by travel to Abu Dhabi, use our DXB airport transfer service. A DWC arrival should be identified separately through the Al Maktoum Airport service. Airport meeting instructions and waiting terms belong in the confirmed reservation.

Select the Vehicle Around Passengers and Luggage

Executive sedans such as the Lexus ES or BMW 7 Series may suit a smaller party. A Mercedes-Benz S-Class can be considered for premium executive travel. For families needing more room, discuss a GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade or suitable MPV.

A Mercedes-Benz V-Class can suit relatives or colleagues travelling together, while larger parties can enquire about a Sprinter. Model names alone do not establish the exact seating and bag capacity of the assigned vehicle. Confirm its configuration before booking.

Count large suitcases, cabin bags and additional equipment separately. Include a stroller, requested child seats or wheelchair dimensions where relevant. Wheelchair storage is different from an accessible vehicle for a passenger remaining seated in the chair; explain which arrangement is needed.

Compare the available chauffeur fleet and request an option that accommodates the complete party. Filling every advertised passenger seat may reduce usable luggage space.

Choose the Right Ride for Luggage
Luxury Chauffeur Arrival at Sheikh Zayed Mosque

Dubai to Abu Dhabi Chauffeur Pricing

The price follows the route and service scope. Exact addresses, vehicle choice, one-way or return travel, waiting and additional stops affect the quotation. An airport transfer, direct hotel journey and retained full-day chauffeur should not be priced as though they were the same product.

Request a written total for your itinerary instead of multiplying a published hourly rate by the road time. If plans are uncertain, describe the expected schedule and ask how amendments or extensions will be charged.

The quotation should identify the vehicle category, chauffeur, transfer legs or hire period and included mileage where relevant. Confirm fuel, Salik and other applicable tolls, parking, VAT and any requested equipment. Check extra-hour and waiting charges alongside cancellation and payment terms before accepting.

A fixed quotation gives you a price for the agreed scope. Changes to destinations, waiting or duration may require an amended price; agree them through the booking contact rather than assuming the original fare covers every variation.

Famous Places in Abu Dhabi & Transfer Prices

Here’s a quick look at our Dubai to Abu Dhabi private chauffeur hire rates for some of the most popular destinations:

Destination in Abu DhabiVehicle TypePrice (AED)Travel Time
Sheikh Zayed Grand MosqueLexus ES 3505001 hr 30 min
Yas Island / Ferrari WorldMercedes V Class6501 hr 40 min
Emirates Palace HotelBMW 7 Series9001 hr 45 min
Saadiyat IslandCadillac Escalade8501 hr 50 min
Corniche BeachGMC Yukon XL7501 hr 40 min
Abu Dhabi International AirportMercedes S Class9501 hr 30 min
Louvre Abu DhabiRolls Royce Ghost16001 hr 45 min

Note: Prices may vary based on traffic and booking duration (hourly, daily, full-day packages).

 
Booking Process · Dubai to Abu Dhabi · 4 Steps

How to Book Your Chauffeur

Send the complete journey details, choose your service type and vehicle, then review the written quotation before confirming. Keep the booking contact accessible throughout the day.

4 Steps to confirm
Four steps from enquiry to confirmed booking
Send the Exact Journey Details
Provide the exact pickup address, destination, date and required timing. For meetings or flights, work backwards from your arrival time. Include the terminal or building name and any access instructions.
Choose Service Type and Vehicle
Select one-way, return, wait-and-return or retained hire. Provide passengers, luggage and any requested equipment. Choose a vehicle from the full fleet — from the Lexus ES 300h to the S-Class Maybach or Sprinter Van.
Review the Written Quotation
Check that the route, vehicle, service period, waiting terms, Salik, VAT and total price are all stated. Request clarification before payment. See the pricing guide to compare published rates across all vehicles.
Confirm and Keep Details Accessible
Complete the agreed confirmation process and save the itinerary and booking contact accessible — ideally offline. Report address or schedule changes promptly so their effect on the route, availability and price can be checked before travel.

Keep the itinerary and booking contact accessible throughout the day. Report address or schedule changes promptly so their effect on the route, availability and price can be checked before travel. Contact the team via WhatsApp (+971 555 471 101) or the contact page for any same-day changes.

Book Your Dubai to Abu Dhabi Chauffeur

Send your exact addresses, date, service type, passengers and luggage. See the Abu Dhabi service page, all pricing and the complete fleet.

Itinerary · Waiting · Stops · Day Trips · Events

Waiting, Multiple Stops and Day Trips

A stop list turns a simple transfer into an itinerary. Send the proposed sequence before confirmation so the service period can be assessed. Check attraction opening times and admission requirements with the venue — a chauffeur booking provides transportation and agreed waiting. Attraction tickets and licensed guiding are separate unless expressly included.

Example day-trip sequence
Dubai → Abu Dhabi — representative multi-stop
1
Dubai pickup — hotel, residence or office
2
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Confirm opening times and dress code with the venue before travel
3
Lunch — restaurant, hotel or venue
Allow time for service; chauffeur waits at an accessible parking point
4
Yas Island — attraction, circuit or hotel
Confirm specific destination and drop-off gate in advance
5
Return to Dubai
Allow 80–100 min road time plus time at each destination above
Share before confirming
Proposed stop sequence — in order with estimated time at each location
Total hours required — road time plus waiting at every stop
For events — return collection point and expected finish time
Whether vehicle is retained continuously or a later local booking would suit — see car with driver Abu Dhabi
Unknown end times — discuss before reservation, particularly if the chauffeur must remain available into the evening

The driver should not be assumed to provide a guided tour. Attraction tickets, licensed guiding and admission are separate unless expressly included in the written booking confirmation. If movement within Abu Dhabi is the main requirement after arrival, review the Abu Dhabi car with driver service.

Chauffeur · Taxi · Self-Drive · Comparison

Private Chauffeur, Taxi or Self-Drive?

Compare the entire day's requirements rather than judging only the outbound drive. For several appointments or a family itinerary with luggage, a planned chauffeur booking may be the more practical choice.

3 options
Compared side-by-side
Side-by-side comparison — Dubai to Abu Dhabi
Feature Taxi Private Chauffeur Self-Drive
Booking On-demand or app — no advance planning needed Pre-booked — vehicle, route and service period confirmed in writing Rental arranged in advance
Inter-emirate fare Check the provider's inter-emirate rate before travel Route-specific quote — request before booking Fuel, Salik and rental cost
Return journey Book a separate taxi for the return Same vehicle — outbound and return planned together Drive yourself
Waiting and stops Check provider's waiting terms Agreed service period — waiting and stops confirmed in written quotation Park and manage yourself
Group and luggage Limited by vehicle — may need multiple taxis Choose from the full fleet — sedan, SUV, MPV or Sprinter Limited by rental vehicle
Navigation and driving Driver handles routing Professional chauffeur — you remain a passenger throughout You navigate and drive
Best suited to Single direct journey, no return needed Full day, multiple stops, return leg or group — see Abu Dhabi service Independent travel, own schedule

Neither arrangement is universally better. For a single drop-off, a simple transfer may be sufficient. For several appointments or a family itinerary with luggage, a planned chauffeur booking may be the more practical choice. Compare the entire day's requirements — not just the outbound drive.

For a straightforward journey, check the taxi provider's inter-emirate fare and waiting terms before travel. For an arranged return, stops or a group of passengers, request a chauffeur quotation using your actual addresses, date and passenger count. See the pricing guide for published rates.

Departure Timing · Meetings · AUH Flights · Return

Plan Collection Around Your Appointment or Flight

Work backwards from the time you need to arrive. There is no single departure time or traffic buffer that fits every Dubai pickup and Abu Dhabi destination.

Work backwards from arrival — three scenarios
Meeting or Office Appointment
Include the road estimate and a realistic margin for traffic. Allow for building access, security and the time between vehicle drop-off and your meeting room. Share the appointment time with the booking team so the pickup can be timed accordingly.
AUH Flight Departure
Use the airline's check-in guidance as your target arrival time at Zayed International Airport (AUH). Add the road estimate from your Dubai pickup plus a traffic margin. Airport processing time at AUH is additional.
Leisure or Attraction Visit
Check opening times and allow for admission or entry procedures. Yas Island and Saadiyat Island venues may have queue or booking requirements. Build the visit time into the total service period when requesting your quotation.
Consider the Return Journey
Consider the return journey too, especially when your last appointment or event may finish late. Discuss both legs before settling the programme. For an event, specify the return collection point and expected finish time. Unknown end times are worth discussing before reservation, particularly if the chauffeur must remain available into the evening. See the Abu Dhabi car with driver service for retained and return options.
Plan Your Dubai to Abu Dhabi Journey

Share your appointment or flight time, addresses, passengers and luggage. See all pricing · compare vehicles · Abu Dhabi service.

Dubai · Abu Dhabi · Private Transfer

Request Your Dubai to Abu Dhabi Chauffeur

Send Luxury Chauffeurs Dubai your pickup, destination, date, passengers and luggage. Tell us whether you need a one-way transfer, planned return or chauffeur retained between stops. We will confirm availability and send your written quotation before travel.

One-way transfer Planned return Wait-and-return Retained chauffeur AUH airport departure

FAQs – Dubai to Abu Dhabi Private Transfer

How long does Dubai to Abu Dhabi take by car

Use roughly one and a half to two hours as an initial planning allowance, then request a route assessment for your addresses. Traffic and stops can extend the journey. An airport arrival also needs time for formalities before road travel begins.

There is no single distance for every booking. Our existing route information uses about 140 kilometres for a representative city-to-city journey. Your Dubai pickup and Abu Dhabi destination determine the actual distance, including the final approach to the property.

Yes. Send your date, exact addresses, passengers, luggage and preferred arrangement. Choose a direct transfer or discuss return travel and retained chauffeur time. Availability, vehicle suitability and the complete service scope should be confirmed before travel.

Request a fixed quotation for the actual route and vehicle. Return travel, waiting, stops and the booking period affect the total. Check fuel, tolls, parking, taxes and extra-hour terms rather than assuming a general fleet price describes your complete itinerary.

Yes. Request Dubai pickup and Abu Dhabi drop-off with the exact destination. A one-way booking does not automatically retain the chauffeur after arrival. If you need waiting or a later return, include those requirements before accepting the quote.

Yes, when agreed in the reservation. Provide the appointment duration and expected return time. Confirm waiting, overtime and the return collection point. A same-day return and continuous standby are different arrangements, so specify which you require.

Discuss the full stop list before quotation. Several destinations require an itinerary and suitable service period. Ask how additional waiting or route changes are charged. Keep the agreed addresses and sequence in the confirmation so expectations are clear.

Send passengers and luggage together, including children’s ages and any seat request. A suitable SUV or V-Class may work, but confirm the actual configuration. Large cases, strollers and mobility equipment can change the appropriate vehicle even when the passenger count remains unchanged.

Yes. Identify Zayed International Airport and provide the departure flight, date, luggage and pickup address. Agree collection around road conditions and airline check-in requirements. Do not use a broad city-transfer estimate as your only departure-planning allowance.

You can request a retained chauffeur for a longer Dubai and Abu Dhabi itinerary. Confirm hours, mileage, stops, intercity coverage and overtime in the written quote. Full-day hire should have a defined service period rather than being understood as unlimited availability.