Sharjah to Dubai taxi fare: full 2026 cost guide
How much a Sharjah to Dubai taxi really costs across Uber, Careem, Bolt, Hala and RTA, including the AED 20 inter-emirate surcharge and Salik tolls.
Sharjah to Dubai taxi fare guide (2026)
A taxi from Sharjah to Dubai in 2026 typically runs AED 80–160 one-way depending on pickup point, drop-off, app, car type, surge and Salik gates crossed. Airport pickups from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) are the most expensive because of the AED 20 inter-emirate surcharge added to the meter.
Typical fare ranges by app
| Route | Uber | Careem | Bolt | Hala (RTA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHJ Airport → Dubai Marina | 130–170 | 125–165 | 115–155 | 110–150 |
| Sharjah City → Downtown Dubai | 90–130 | 85–125 | 80–120 | 75–115 |
| Sharjah City → DXB Airport | 100–140 | 95–135 | 90–130 | 85–125 |
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The AED 20 inter-emirate surcharge
Any taxi picked up in Sharjah and dropped off in Dubai (or vice versa) automatically adds a AED 20 fee on top of the meter.
Salik gates on the Sharjah–Dubai route
Most Sharjah–Dubai routes cross 2–4 Salik gates at AED 4 each. Add AED 8–16 to your quoted fare.
Cheapest option, in practice
- Bolt is usually the cheapest ride-hailing option on this route.
- Hala wins off-peak because it does not surge.
- For Airport → hotel, always compare quotes on CheckFirst before you tap Book.
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