Heading North: From the Capital to Qassim
People travel from Riyadh to Qassim for all kinds of reasons: visiting family in Buraydah, Unaizah or Ar Rass, business appointments, starting a course of study or attending a family occasion. The highway between the two regions is direct, and Buraydah is roughly 330 to 350 km away, about three and a half hours of driving before stops. Mishwar Al Haramain arranges the trip in a private car with a driver who collects you from your door in Riyadh and drops you at your door in Qassim.
Quick Comparison: Private Car or Something Else?
| Option | What to bear in mind |
|---|---|
| Driving yourself | Around three and a half hours of concentration on a long highway, then the drive back |
| Flying | Quick in the air, but add early airport arrival and getting from Qassim's airport to your destination |
| Private car with driver | Door to door, stop when you like, and one fixed fare per car shared by everyone on board |
For a family or small group, a private car is often the simplest and most comfortable option, because you pay per car rather than per person.
What Happens on the Road
The driver leaves Riyadh and heads north on the highway. Service stations along the way are good for prayer, fuel and coffee; tell the driver when you would like to stop, or ask them to suggest a good time. In summer we recommend leaving early in the morning or after Asr, and in winter Qassim nights are colder than Riyadh's.
The Fare
This route is not on our published fare table, so we confirm a fixed fare on WhatsApp based on your destination town in Qassim and the vehicle class. It does not change once agreed and is paid on arrival, with no prepayment.
- Sedan: up to four passengers with normal bags.
- Family SUV / van: families or plenty of luggage and gifts.
- VIP: a more comfortable cabin for a long drive.
What to Send Us
- Your pickup address in Riyadh.
- Your town and address in Qassim (Buraydah, Unaizah, Ar Rass or elsewhere).
- Date and time.
- Passengers and bags, plus a return date if you want to book it.
Send them to WhatsApp +966582918075 or start from the booking page.
Arriving From Outside Riyadh?
If you are flying into Riyadh and want to go straight on to Qassim, the driver can meet you at the airport with a name sign and continue the journey from there. See our Riyadh taxi page, and for hotel departures to the airport see Riyadh hotels to King Khalid Airport.
Qassim Towns We Serve
Qassim is a large region with several cities and governorates, the biggest being Buraydah and Unaizah, along with Ar Rass, Al Bukayriyah, Al Mithnab and others. Distance and time vary by town, so we ask for your exact address before confirming the fare. If you are going to a farm or a rest house outside town, share its map location so the driver can find it easily.
Eid and Holiday Travel
During Eid and long holidays, many people from Qassim who live in Riyadh travel home to their families, and demand on this road rises. If you are travelling then, book well ahead and set your return date if you can, so we can secure a car in both directions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Riyadh to Buraydah take?
About three and a half hours of driving, plus any stops you ask for.
Can we drop off in two Qassim towns?
Yes, for example one family in Buraydah and another in Unaizah. Give both addresses when booking and we will include them in the fare.