Cities Near Sohar
Cities near Sohar, OM: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Şaḩam, Al Khābūrah, As Suwayq. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Sohar, OM is Şaḩam, about 17 mi (27 km) away — roughly 32 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Şaḩam | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Al Khābūrah | 35 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| As Suwayq | 57 mi / 92 km | 1 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Al Fujairah City | 58 mi / 93 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Al Buraymī | 58 mi / 93 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| ‘Ibrī | 78 mi / 126 km | 1 hr 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Rustaq | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Barkā’ | 87 mi / 141 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Dubai | 101 mi / 163 km | 2 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Bahlā’ | 102 mi / 164 km | 2 hr 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Sohar
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Şaḩam, Al Khābūrah, As Suwayq, Al Fujairah City, Al Buraymī. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Sohar
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Dubai, Bahlā’. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Sohar include Şaḩam, Al Khābūrah, As Suwayq, Al Fujairah City, Al Buraymī. The closest is Şaḩam, about 17 miles (27 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.