Here's a detailed guide for reaching Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE), from various modes of transportation, including suggestions for travel from India's top 10 cities:
#### How to reach Sharjah, United Arab Emirates:
- **By Flight:**
- Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) is the main airport serving the city and can be reached directly or via connecting flights from various global destinations.
- There are no direct train services to Sharjah as UAE's rail network primarily serves cargo.
- **By Road:**
- Sharjah is well-connected by road within the UAE and can be accessed by car or bus from neighboring emirates like Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
- Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Careem are also available to reach Sharjah.
- **Nearest Airport:** Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
- **Railway Stations:** Currently, there is no passenger railway system within Sharjah or the UAE. The Etihad Rail project will connect major cities upon completion.
#### How to reach Sharjah from India's top 10 cities:
Assuming "India's top 10 cities" refers to cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat, and Jaipur, the travel details are as follows:
- **By Flight (Suggested Mode):**
- All these cities offer direct or connecting flights to Sharjah International Airport, with Dubai International Airport (DXB) as a nearby alternative.
- Non-stop flights are more readily available from major cities like Mumbai and Delhi.
- **By Road (After landing in UAE):**
- Road trips in UAE are feasible through rental services or buses after reaching the country by flight.
- No direct road connection exists between India and the UAE due to the geographical distance and absence of a land route.
- **By Train (Once in UAE, currently speculative):**
- With no direct train routes to Sharjah from India or within the UAE, train travel is currently not an option.
For the sake of completeness, let's explore theoretical routes by road from the Indian cities, despite these not being practical due to the vast distances and the lack of road connectivity between the two countries:
1. **Mumbai to Sharjah**:
- Distance: Approximately 2,700 km
- Suggested Route: It is not possible to drive to Sharjah from Mumbai due to the absence of a roadway connecting India and the UAE across the Arabian Sea.
2. **Delhi to Sharjah**:
- Distance: Approximately 3,200 km
- Suggested Route: Road travel is also impractical due to the lack of overland routes and the need to cross international borders, including crossing the Arabian Sea.
3. **Bengaluru to Sharjah**:
- Distance: Approximately 3,100 km
- Suggested Route: Again, driving is not possible as there are no direct roads or ferries across the Arabian Sea.
4. **Chennai to Sharjah**:
- Distance: Around 3,400 km
- Suggested Route: Road travel is not feasible between these locations.
5. **Kolkata to Sharjah**:
- Distance: Approximately 4,100 km
- Suggested Route: No road connectivity is available.
6. **Hyderabad to Sharjah**:
- Distance: Approximately 3,000 km
- Suggested Route: Infeasible to drive due to the absence of a connecting roadway.
7. **Pune to Sharjah**:
- Distance: Approximately 2,800 km
- Suggested Route: Driving is not an option for the same reasons as above.
8. **Ahmedabad to Sharjah**:
- Distance: Around 2,600 km
- Suggested Route: No vehicular passage due to geographic limitations.
9. **Surat to Sharjah**:
- Distance: Roughly 2,650 km
- Suggested Route: Road travel is not practical.
10. **Jaipur to Sharjah**:
- Distance: About 3,000 km
- Suggested Route: As with other cities, road travel is not feasible.
**Important Note:** The details above about road travel are theoretical and solely to illustrate the extensive distance. In reality, the most practical and common mode of transportation from India to Sharjah is by flight.
Once you've arrived in Sharjah, getting around is relatively easy with a multitude of taxis, public buses, and rental car services available. It's advisable to plan your travel ahead of time, comparing flight prices and schedules from your city of origin to Sharjah. Keep in mind to also factor in visa requirements for entry into the UAE from India.
