Dubai to Sharjah Fuel Cost Calculator
The standard driving distance between central Dubai and Sharjah City Centre via Al Ittihad Road (E11) or Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) is approximately 25 kilometres. Daily peak-hour congestion can raise fuel consumption, so you can edit the L/100 km value to reflect stop-and-go driving.
Worked example (without JavaScript)
For a daily commuter consuming 9.0 L/100 km on Special 95 (3.49 AED/L):
- One-way (25 km): 25 × 9.0 ÷ 100 = 2.25 L. 2.25 × 3.49 AED = 7.85 AED.
- Daily round trip (50 km): 50 × 9.0 ÷ 100 = 4.50 L. 4.50 × 3.49 AED = 15.71 AED.
- Monthly commute (22 working days): 22 × 15.71 AED = 345.62 AED per month.
Traffic & Fuel Economy Advice
Morning and evening bottlenecks along Al Ittihad Road and Beirut Street often increase idling time. Turning on start-stop engine technology, avoiding sudden acceleration, and maintaining steady cruising speeds when traffic clears can reduce commuter fuel burn by 10% to 15%.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to commute daily between Dubai and Sharjah?
Based on 50 km round-trip driving across 22 working days, fuel costs roughly 310 to 380 AED per month for a typical 4-cylinder vehicle, plus any applicable Salik tolls.
Is petrol cheaper in Sharjah than Dubai?
No. All fuel stations in Sharjah (such as ADNOC, ENOC, EMarat) charge the identical official rate set by the UAE Fuel Price Committee.