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Sharjah RTA announces updated schedule for bus route to Oman; check timings
The authority advised passengers to check the updated timings through its official channels and plan their journeys in advance
- PUBLISHED: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 5:36 PM
Sharjah's Roads and Transport Authortity (RTA) has announced on Tuesday updates to an intercity bus route to Oman, as demand grows among UAE residents who flock to the neighbouring country to enjoy the wadis and the beautiful nature.
Route number 203 which runs from Sharjah's Al Jubail bus station to Oman's Sohar then to the capital, Muscat will now run on three daily trips to accomodate travellers and tourists. There will be two daily bus services from Sohar to Sharjah and one from Muscat to Sharjah.
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The authority advised passengers to check the updated timings through its official channels and plan their journeys in advance, saying that the new schedule provides greater flexibility for travellers and contributes to smoother mobility.
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Check the new timings here:
Buses from Sharjah to Muscat: 6.30am, 3.30pm and 8.30pm
From Sohar to Sharjah: 7am, 1.30pm
From Muscat to Sharjah the bus will start its journey at 3pm
If you intend to visit Oman soon, here is a guide to help you plan your stay:
When to go
October to March: Ideal weather for wadis, hiking, and cities.
June to September: Salalah's khareef season, green landscapes and mist
March to April: Rose harvest season at Jabal Al Akhdar
Where to go
Jabal Al Akhdar: Mountain escape at 2,000 metres, cool even in summer.
Jabal Shams: Oman's highest peak, home to the "Grand Canyon of Oman"
Salalah: Transforms into lush greenery during khareef
Nizwa: Ancient fort and one of the oldest souqs in the region
Musandam: dramatic fjords just a short drive from the UAE border
Wadis not to miss
Wadi Bani Khalid: Crystal-clear pools, date palms, and easy swimming
Wadi Shab: Boat crossing followed by a hike through limestone ravines.
Wadi Tiwi: Turquoise water along a stunning coastal road Bimmah.
Sinkhole: Natural pool of fresh and saltwater, 120km from Muscat
What to eat
Shuwa: Slow-cooked spiced lamb buried underground, the signature dish of every celebration
Omani halwa: Sweet rosewater and saffron dessert, served with kahwa at every welcome
Yasmin Hussein is an Assistant Digital Editor who believes that every news story carries a human element. Her motto is 'get it first, but first get it right'.