Makkah to Riyadh Taxi

A private car from your hotel in Makkah to your door in Riyadh after your Umrah. Fixed fare from SAR 1,000 per vehicle, agreed before you travel.

About 870 km  |  8 to 9 hours  |  hotel pickup  |  24 hours

Makkah to Riyadh Taxi Fare 2026

The taxi fare from Makkah to Riyadh is per vehicle, not per person. It covers pickup from any hotel in Makkah and drop-off anywhere in Riyadh, with fuel and tolls included.

VehiclePassengersLuggageFareBook
Toyota Camry42 large + 2 smallSAR 1,000WhatsApp
Hyundai Staria75 large + 3 smallSAR 1,400WhatsApp
Toyota HiAce11About 10 large bagsSAR 1,500WhatsApp
GMC Yukon XL7About 6 large bagsSAR 2,500WhatsApp

Prices in Saudi Riyal, one way, per vehicle, for the full journey. The same fare applies in the other direction on our Riyadh to Makkah Taxi page. Round trips and multi-stop journeys are available on request.

The journey from Makkah to Riyadh

870 kmMakkah to Riyadh
8–9 hrsDriving time
Via TaifHighway 40
Rest stopsEvery 2–3 hours

From Makkah the road climbs to Taif and then runs east on Highway 40 across the Najd to Riyadh. Many families leave after Fajr or after Isha so they travel in the cooler part of the day.

Your driver collects you and your luggage from the hotel lobby, including Zamzam cartons, and drops you at your home in Riyadh. No train or flight connections, no carrying bags between stations.

Why pilgrims book a taxi home

Door to door

From your Makkah hotel to your home in Riyadh in one vehicle, with all your bags and Zamzam.

Families and groups

The Staria and GMC Yukon XL seat 7, and the HiAce takes groups of up to 11.

What your fare covers

Included in the price

  • Private car and licensed driver, no sharing
  • Fuel and road tolls for the whole journey
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Rest, prayer and meal stops on the way
  • Help with luggage

Charged separately

  • Extra stops or detours not agreed when booking
  • Waiting beyond the free time
  • Overnight stops on the way

How booking works

1. Send your details

Message us on WhatsApp with your date, pickup address, passengers and luggage.

2. Confirm the fare

We confirm the vehicle and the fixed fare. Nothing changes on the day.

3. Meet your driver

You get the driver’s name, number and car plate before the trip.

4. Pay as agreed

Pay the driver in cash or by bank transfer. For long trips we may ask for a small advance.

Makkah to Riyadh Taxi: common questions

How much is a taxi from Makkah to Riyadh?

SAR 1,000 in a Toyota Camry, SAR 1,400 in a Hyundai Staria, SAR 1,500 in a Toyota HiAce and SAR 2,500 in a GMC Yukon XL. Prices are per vehicle, one way.

How long does it take from Makkah to Riyadh?

About 870 km, taking 8 to 9 hours plus stops.

Can we carry Zamzam water?

Yes. Tell us how many cartons you have and we will make sure there is space.

Which vehicle should I choose?

A Toyota Camry suits up to 4 people with 2 large and 2 small bags. Families of up to 7 usually take the Hyundai Staria, or the GMC Yukon XL for extra comfort. Groups of up to 11 take the Toyota HiAce.

How do I pay?

Pay the driver in cash or by bank transfer. Because this is a long journey, we may ask for a small advance payment to confirm the booking.

Can we stop in Taif on the way?

Yes. Taif is on the route, so a short stop can be added. Tell us when you book.

Book your Makkah to Riyadh Taxi

Fixed fare, private car, 24 hours a day. Send your details and get a confirmed booking in minutes.