The Haramain train
The high-speed train links Makkah and Madinah in about 2 h 30, with a station right at Jeddah airport. Buy your tickets in advance during high season.
Airport transfers
A driver meets you at Jeddah (JED) or Madinah (MED) airport and takes you straight to your hotel in Makkah, Madinah or Jeddah. Compare taxi and private car transfers with our partner Kiwitaxi in the module below, then book online at a fixed price.
Door-to-door transfers
Choosing the right ride
Getting around between Makkah and Madinah
Haramain train, road or private transfer: compare the options for travelling between the airport and the two holy cities during your Umrah.
The road
By road, expect about 450 km, or 4 to 5 hours of driving on a modern motorway. A relevant option for a group or with a rental car.
The private transfer
A driver meets you on arrival and takes you door to door to your hotel, at a fixed price. The most restful option with luggage or at the end of a stay.