Makkah to Riyadh Taxi Fare — Full Table 2026
Every fare below is fixed, all-inclusive of fuel and tolls, and confirmed on WhatsApp before you board. Whether you are comparing the Makkah to Riyadh taxi price across operators or just want a clear Makkah to Riyadh taxi cost before you travel, these are the same numbers we quote directly — nothing changes once you are in the car. Same pricing applies for Riyadh to Makkah.
Hyundai Sonata / Toyota Camry
Sedan
👥 1–4 passengers
🧭 2–3 suitcases
✓ 100% Private & Non-Shared
✓ 2025/2026 Model & AC
✓ Best for: Solo travellers, couples
Hyundai Starex H1
Van
👥 1–7 passengers
🧭 4–6 suitcases
✓ 100% Private & Non-Shared
✓ 2025/2026 Model & AC
✓ Best for: Small families and groups
Hyundai Staria
Minivan
👥 7–8 passengers
🧭 6–8 suitcases
✓ 100% Private & Non-Shared
✓ 2025/2026 Model & AC
✓ Best for: Families and elderly passengers
Toyota HiAce
Minibus
👥 10–12 passengers
🧭 8–10 suitcases
✓ 100% Private & Non-Shared
✓ 2025/2026 Model & AC
✓ Best for: Extended families and groups
Chevrolet Suburban
SUV
👥 1–6 passengers
🧭 5–6 large cases
✓ 100% Private & Non-Shared
✓ 2025/2026 Model & AC
✓ Best for: VIP and comfort-priority travel
GMC Yukon XL
SUV
👥 1–6 passengers
🧭 5–6 large cases
✓ 100% Private & Non-Shared
✓ 2025/2026 Model & AC
✓ Best for: Premium pilgrim experience
Toyota Coaster
Bus
👥 10–22 passengers
🧭 Group luggage
✓ 100% Private & Non-Shared
✓ 2025/2026 Model & AC
✓ Best for: Travel agents and Umrah jamaah
A quick way to think about cost: for a family of 7 splitting a Hyundai Staria at SAR 1,500, that works out to about SAR 215 per person, door to door from your Makkah hotel to your exact address in Riyadh — no airport transfer, no taxi queue at either end.
How Should You Travel Between Makkah and Riyadh?
There is no single best way to cover this route — it depends on your luggage, your group size, and one detail most comparisons skip entirely: Makkah has no airport of its own.
| Option | Journey Time | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Taxi (us) | 8–10 hrs, door to door | SAR 1,100–2,500 flat, per vehicle | No airport transfer, no luggage limit, flexible prayer stops |
| Domestic Flight | 5–6 hrs door to door | From ~SAR 250+ per person, plus transfers | Makkah itself has no airport — you must first transfer roughly an hour to Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), then fly, then transfer again in Riyadh |
| SAPTCO Bus | ~10–12 hrs | Low, per person | Departs bus terminal not hotel, fixed schedule, limited luggage |
| Train | Not available | — | The Haramain High-Speed Railway connects Makkah, Jeddah and Madinah, but does not extend to Riyadh. There is currently no direct rail option for this route. |
Our honest take: because Makkah has no airport, flying rarely saves as much time as people expect once you add the Makkah-to-Jeddah transfer on both ends. For families, groups, or anyone with Umrah luggage, a private taxi that leaves directly from your Makkah hotel is often just as fast door to door, and far less complicated.
Highway 40 Through the Hejaz and Najd
Leaving Makkah, the road climbs briefly through the Hejaz mountains before opening onto the long, flat stretch of the Najd plateau that carries you the rest of the way to Riyadh. The Makkah to Riyadh distance by road is approximately 870 kilometres on Highway 40, the main east-west artery that also continues on to Dammam. Some sources quote the distance closer to 950km or list two highways — that usually comes from measuring a different exact start point in each city rather than a genuinely different road. The straight-line (air) distance from Makkah to Riyadh is shorter, around 790–805km, which explains why flight time is so much less than driving time even though the road distance itself is longer.
Towns Along the Way
A mountain city known for its cooler climate, reached via a short spur off Highway 40. A natural first stop for prayer or a break before the long desert stretch begins.
One of the service towns strung along Highway 40 as it crosses from the Hejaz into open desert, with fuel and prayer facilities.
A larger town closer to the Riyadh side of the highway, and our preferred main rest stop — fuel up here, since facilities thin out again after this point.
The last town before Highway 40 merges into greater Riyadh’s road network.
Diriyah On the Way Into Riyadh
If your schedule allows a short detour on arrival, Diriyah At-Turaif — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of the first Saudi state — sits just outside central Riyadh and is easy to add to a drop-off route with advance notice. It is mud-brick architecture and centuries of history in one place. Mention it when you book if you would like it included.
Best Time to Travel This Route
- Early morning or late evening: the lightest traffic windows for leaving Makkah, especially avoiding the congestion around the Haram area during peak prayer times.
- Thursday evening into Friday: heavier traffic leaving both cities as the weekend begins — add an hour or more.
- Summer months (June–August): extreme heat can slow driving speeds along the desert stretch of Highway 40. We plan extra water and rest breaks accordingly.
- Winter months (November–February): noticeably milder and the most comfortable time of year for this drive.
- Hajj season and the days around it: traffic near Makkah increases significantly and journey times can extend well beyond the usual 8–10 hours. Please contact us directly by WhatsApp or phone for accurate timing and availability during this period rather than using the standard booking form.
- Ramadan: vehicle availability and journey times also change across all our routes during this month — contact us directly for exact pricing and timing.
The Price You’re Quoted Is the Price You Pay
This is one of the longest routes we operate, and it is also the one where choosing the wrong taxi service Makkah to Riyadh pilgrims rely on costs the most if something goes wrong.
Confirmed in writing. Your fare is agreed on WhatsApp before you travel — not adjusted once you are 700km from home with no other options.
One named driver. You get his name, mobile number, and vehicle details before pickup, the same as every route we run.
No renegotiation on arrival. If a driver ever quotes differently from your written confirmation, call our office number immediately.
Commercially registered. Every vehicle carries commercial passenger transport registration, and every driver holds a valid Saudi Ministry of Transport commercial licence.
We Collect You From Anywhere in Makkah
Whether you are staying near the Clock Tower and Abraj Al-Bait, in Aziziyah, along Ibrahim Al-Khalil Road, or at a hotel further out, your driver comes directly to your door. There is no need to arrange local transport to a pickup point first — tell us your hotel name when you book and the driver finds you.
Who This Journey Is For
Pilgrims continuing to Riyadh after Umrah — closing out your time in Makkah and heading to the capital for business, family, or a connecting flight home. Your luggage, Zamzam water, and gifts from Makkah travel with you door to door.
Riyadh families travelling for Umrah — one of the most common reasons for this exact drive. Many families prefer an overnight departure so the long stretch is covered while everyone sleeps.
Business travellers needing a reliable, private connection between the two cities without the Makkah-to-Jeddah-airport detour that flying requires.
Groups and Umrah jamaah travelling together — our HiAce and Coaster options keep everyone in one vehicle with one coordinated arrival.
For Families With Elderly Pilgrims
An 870km drive is a real physical undertaking for older parents, especially after several tiring days in Makkah. When you tell us in advance, your driver plans rest stops with this in mind, handles luggage without being asked, and does not rush the journey. The Hyundai Staria and GMC Yukon XL are the easiest vehicles for elderly passengers to get in and out of comfortably.
For Women Travelling Alone or in Groups
Every driver conducts the journey professionally — a direct route, no unnecessary conversation, no personal questions. You have your driver’s name, vehicle registration, and our office number before the journey begins.
How to Book Your Makkah to Riyadh Taxi
WhatsApp Us
Send pickup, drop-off, travel date, passengers, and preferred vehicle.
Get Confirmation
Driver, vehicle, and fixed price in one message, usually within minutes.
Driver Arrives
At your Makkah hotel, on time, helps with luggage.
Pay at the End
Same figure as your confirmation. Cash or approved transfer. Nothing added.
What Pilgrims Say About This Route
“I was travelling with my mother so comfort was the priority, not speed. Driver was patient with her, stopped without complaint whenever we needed, and the price he quoted on WhatsApp was exactly what we paid at the end. Simple as that.”
Asma Rashid 🇰🇦 KSA
Makkah to Riyadh Transfer · 12 Apr 2026
“Long drive but the car was solid and the driver knew the road well, didn’t rush and didn’t waste time either. Sent my hotel name on WhatsApp and he found it without any confusion. Would use again.”
Jalil 🇮🇩 Indonesia
Makkah to Riyadh · 17 Apr 2026
“Booked last minute and honestly expected some hassle, but got a reply on WhatsApp within a few minutes and a straight answer on price. No surprises 870km later when we got to Riyadh. That’s all I wanted.”
Mazhar Khan 🇺🇸 USA
Makkah to Riyadh · 14 May 2026
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Makkah to Riyadh Taxi — Questions Pilgrims Ask Most
How much is a taxi from Makkah to Riyadh?
The Makkah to Riyadh taxi fare starts from SAR 1,100 for a Hyundai Sonata or Toyota Camry (1–4 passengers) and goes up to SAR 2,500 for a GMC Yukon XL or Chevrolet Suburban. A Hyundai Staria or Starex H1 for families is SAR 1,500, and a Toyota HiAce for larger groups is SAR 1,800. All prices are per vehicle, not per person, and confirmed before you travel.
What is the distance from Makkah to Riyadh?
The distance from Makkah to Riyadh — or the Riyadh distance to Makkah, if you are travelling the other way — is approximately 870 kilometres by road via Highway 40. The straight-line (air) distance is shorter, around 790–805km, which is why flight time is much less than driving time despite the road being longer.
What is the Makkah to Riyadh distance by road?
By road, via Highway 40, the distance is approximately 870 kilometres. Some sources quote figures closer to 950km — this usually reflects a different exact start or end point in each city, not a different route.
How long does the drive from Makkah to Riyadh take?
8 to 10 hours under normal conditions, including short rest stops. Early morning or late evening departures are typically fastest due to lighter traffic. Add extra time during Hajj season or Thursday evening travel.
Is there a train from Makkah to Riyadh?
No. The Haramain High-Speed Railway connects Makkah, Jeddah, and Madinah, but the line does not extend to Riyadh. There is currently no direct rail option for this route — a private taxi or a domestic flight (via Jeddah) are the realistic choices.
Is a taxi or a flight better for this route?
Makkah has no airport of its own — the nearest is King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, roughly an hour away. Once you add that transfer, airport processes, the flight, and a Riyadh-side transfer, a private taxi leaving directly from your Makkah hotel is often comparable in total time and far simpler for families or anyone with luggage.
Can I stop in Taif on the way?
Yes. Taif is reached early in the journey via a short spur off Highway 40 and is a natural stop for prayer or a break before the long desert stretch. Mention it when you book.
Is the fare per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. A family or group travelling together pays the same fixed price regardless of how many people are in the car, up to the vehicle’s seat capacity.
Can you drop passengers at King Khalid International Airport?
Yes, we provide direct drop-off at King Khalid International Airport (RUH) as well as hotels, business districts, and residential addresses anywhere in Riyadh.
Is it safe to travel this distance by private taxi?
Yes. Highway 40 is a modern, well-maintained expressway used daily for long-distance travel across Saudi Arabia. Every driver we assign is licensed under Saudi Ministry of Transport regulations, and you receive their name and vehicle details before pickup.
What vehicles are available for this route?
Hyundai Sonata and Toyota Camry (sedans, 1–4 passengers), Hyundai Starex H1 and Hyundai Staria (7–8 passengers), Toyota HiAce (10–12 passengers), GMC Yukon XL and Chevrolet Suburban (up to 6 passengers, premium), and Toyota Coaster (10–22 passengers, contact us directly for pricing).
Are prices different during Hajj or Ramadan?
Yes, seasonal rates apply during Hajj, Ramadan, and the days immediately around them across all our long-distance routes. Please contact us directly by WhatsApp or phone for these periods rather than using the standard booking form, so we can confirm accurate pricing and availability for your exact dates.
Do you offer a taxi from Riyadh to Makkah as well?
Yes — the same fixed pricing applies in both directions. See our Riyadh to Makkah taxi page for Miqat guidance and pickup details, or contact us on WhatsApp with your Riyadh pickup address and Makkah drop-off for a quote.