Oman–Abu Dhabi Rail (Hafeet Rail)

Hafeet Rail is a 238-kilometre railway under construction that will link Sohar in Oman with the UAE rail network and onward to Abu Dhabi.

Key facts

Status
Under construction

Overview

Hafeet Rail is a 238-kilometre railway connecting Sohar in Oman with the UAE national rail network. The route runs via Al Buraimi and Al Ain, and links onward to Abu Dhabi.

Construction is under way. In April 2026 the project company announced that the work was 40% complete, with activity reported around Sohar, Wadi Al Jizzi, Al Buraimi and Al Ain. It reported more than 27 million cubic metres of earthworks and over 100,000 cubic metres of concrete completed. Oman Observer later reported that track installation had begun.

Oman's transport minister said trial operations are expected to start in the fourth quarter of 2027. That is a trial-start target. The sources we found do not confirm a date for full commercial passenger or freight service.

Reported planned journey times are about 100 minutes between Sohar and Abu Dhabi and about 47 minutes between Sohar and Al Ain. Passenger trains are designed for speeds up to 200 km/h and freight trains up to 120 km/h.

For Oman, the line is intended to strengthen trade and travel links between the Sohar area and the UAE. The figures above come from the project company and press reports and should be checked against official updates, as schedules can change.

What it means for buyers

A rail link can change how people think about travel time, which may affect interest in areas around Sohar, Al Buraimi and other places along the corridor. How much it affects any particular neighbourhood is uncertain.

Buyers should note that the confirmed milestone is trial operations targeted for Q4 2027, not full public service. Station locations, fares and timetables are to be confirmed.

Infrastructure announcements do not guarantee higher prices or rents. Local supply, demand, and the quality of an individual project matter just as much. Investors should compare several areas and not rely on one infrastructure project.

The Off-Plan Oman team can discuss options near the corridor and share the latest confirmed information on WhatsApp.

Timeline

April 2026
Project company reported the railway 40% complete.
2026
Track installation reported to have begun.
Q4 2027
Trial operations targeted, per Oman's transport minister.
To be confirmed
Full commercial passenger and freight service.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Hafeet Rail line?

The Oman–UAE line is 238 kilometres, connecting Sohar with the UAE rail network via Al Buraimi and Al Ain.

When will it open?

Trial operations are targeted for the fourth quarter of 2027. A date for full commercial service is to be confirmed.

How fast will the trains be?

Passenger trains are designed for up to 200 km/h and freight trains up to 120 km/h.

How long will the journey take?

Reported planned times are about 100 minutes from Sohar to Abu Dhabi and about 47 minutes from Sohar to Al Ain.

Will it raise property prices near stations?

No one can promise that. Infrastructure can raise interest in an area, but outcomes vary. Station locations are to be confirmed.

Official sources

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