When a private intercity car makes sense
Moving between two Saudi cities that sit hours apart is mostly about logistics: getting the bags into a vehicle, timing prayer stops, and making sure someone actually turns up when you check out of your hotel. Mishwar Al Haramain arranges a private car with a driver that starts at your door and ends at the door of your next address, with no bus terminals, no transfers between vehicles and no waiting for other passengers. It works well for pilgrims moving between Makkah and Madinah, families carrying a lot of luggage, and business travellers who would rather use the journey time than spend it driving.
We run around the clock, every day, and everything is booked over WhatsApp. The fare is fixed for the whole car rather than per passenger, and you pay on arrival, with no prepayment for normal bookings.
Fares on the most-requested routes (SAR per car)
| Route | Sedan | Family SUV / van | VIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeddah → Makkah | 200 | 350 | 600 |
| Makkah → Jeddah | 190 | 300 | 500 |
| Makkah → Madinah | 400 | 600 | 1000 |
| Madinah → Makkah | 400 | 600 | 800 |
| Jeddah → Madinah | 500 | 700 | 1000 |
| Madinah → Jeddah | 450 | 700 | 1000 |
| Makkah → Taif (round trip) | 400 | 600 | 800 |
Routes such as Taif to Jeddah, Riyadh to Dammam, or Riyadh and Dammam to Makkah are quoted individually. Send your trip details on WhatsApp and we will confirm the fare before you commit. The taxi fares guide lists other destinations.
Rough driving times
- Jeddah and Makkah: about 80 km, roughly an hour depending on traffic.
- Makkah and Madinah: about 450 km, around 4.5 to 5 hours.
- Jeddah and Madinah: about 420 km, a similar time on the road.
- Makkah and Taif: about 90 km via the Al Hada mountain road.
- Riyadh and Dammam: about 400 km on the highway.
All figures are approximate. Actual time depends on when you leave, the season and how many stops you make.
Picking the right vehicle
A sedan is enough for one to three people with medium-sized bags. A family SUV or van suits families, small groups and anyone with large suitcases or a pushchair. VIP is for travellers who want extra space and comfort over a long distance. Not sure? Tell us how many passengers and how many large bags, and we will suggest a category. See the fleet page for more detail.
What to send us on WhatsApp
- Your starting city and exact pickup address (hotel name or a map pin).
- Your final destination.
- Date and preferred departure time.
- Number of passengers and number of large bags.
- The vehicle category you would like.
We reply with the confirmed fare and trip details, and your driver gets in touch before the pickup. Book directly on WhatsApp +966582918075 or through the booking page.
Questions travellers ask us
How long are the main intercity drives?
Approximately: Jeddah to Makkah about 80 km, roughly an hour; Makkah to Madinah about 450 km, 4.5 to 5 hours; Jeddah to Madinah about 420 km; Makkah to Taif about 90 km via Al Hada; Riyadh to Dammam about 400 km. Actual time depends on when you leave, the season and your stops.
Which routes have a published fare?
Jeddah–Makkah, Makkah–Madinah and Jeddah–Madinah in both directions, plus the Makkah–Taif round trip, are in the table above. Taif to Jeddah, Riyadh to Dammam, and Riyadh or Dammam to Makkah are quoted individually on WhatsApp.
Do I change vehicles on a long trip?
No. The same car and driver take you from your door to your next address, with no bus terminals and no transfers between vehicles.