Transfer Options from Jeddah Airport to Medina

A major Islamic pilgrimage site, Medina is one of the most popular places to visit in Saudi Arabia. One of the city’s most famous sites is the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, a striking mosque with picturesque green domes that’s the final resting place of Prophet Muhammad. If you’re looking for a historical and strongly religious city to visit in Saudi Arabia, Medina is a great option.

There are three different ways to get from Jeddah airport to Medina; taxi, bus or train. Taking a Jeddah airport taxi is the most comfortable option, with a journey time of 3 hours and 45 minutes, and a cost of around €130 (SAR 550). The quickest transfer option is to take a train from Jeddah airport to Medina, as it takes just 2 hours and costs €30 (SAR 120). Your final option is the SAPTCO bus, which is the cheapest way to travel. A one-way ticket on the bus costs just €20 (SAR 79), but the journey is a long 5 hours and 30 minutes, not including wait times.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€185	225min	24/7
Taxi	€130	225min	24/7
Bus	€40	330min	07:00–23:59
Train	€60	120min	08:00–22:00

How to get from Jeddah Airport to Medina by taxi

Taking a taxi from Jeddah airport to Medina is a comfortable and quick way to travel. The journey time in your private vehicle will be around 3 hours and 45 minutes, and the cost will be around €130 (SAR 550), depending on your driver and your negotiating skills.

What's the Jeddah Airport to Medina taxi fare?

The local drivers at Jeddah airport will give fixed fares based on where you’re travelling to. It’s worth noting that your final fare will depend greatly on the mood of your driver and your negotiating skills. Having said this, the average Jeddah airport to Medina taxi fare is around €130 (SAR 550).

Cost

€130 (SAR 550)

Trip Duration

3 Hrs 45 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Jeddah Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Jeddah Airport?

Taxis can be found at the rank located directly outside of the main terminal building at Jeddah Airport.

Convenience

The only way to get directly from Jeddah airport to the door of your hotel in Medina is to take a taxi. You won’t have to worry about trying to cram into busy public transport or keeping an eye on your personal belongings to make sure they are safe and secure. Instead, you can enjoy a quiet and private ride into the heart of Medina in just 3 hours and 45 minutes.

Editor’s Note

If you don't like the fare a driver has given you, feel free to decline and walk to the next taxi to ask for another rate.

Useful Tips

Be sure to agree on a price before leaving the airport.

Sometimes, male taxi drivers may refuse to transport a woman if she is travelling alone.

The journey from Jeddah airport to Medina is long, be sure to bring refreshments for the trip.

How to get from Jeddah Airport to Medina by bus

The SAPTCO bus company runs from Jeddah airport to Medina daily. However, taking the bus isn’t a direct transfer option. You will first need to take a bus into the city centre of Jeddah, then take another SAPTCO bus from there to Medina. The total journey time is around 5 hours and 30 minutes, but the cost is just €20 (SAR 79), making it the cheapest transfer option available.

How much is the bus from Jeddah Airport to Medina?

The cost of a ticket for the bus from Jeddah airport to the city is €3 (SAR 10), then the cost of the SAPTCO bus from there to Medina is €17 (SAR 69). That’s a total journey cost from Jeddah airport to Medina of €20 (SAR 79).

Cost

€20 (SAR 79)

Trip Duration

5 Hrs 30 Min.

*There's a waiting time of 30 minutes for the bus from the airport, and 3 hours for the SAPTCO bus from Jeddah city centre.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The SAPTCO buses run from 07:00 to 23:59.

Where do I find the bus at Jeddah Airport?

The SAPTCO buses leave from directly outside the main terminal building at Jeddah airport. You will see the SAPTCO bus stands clearly marked and signposted.

Convenience

Taking the bus from Jeddah airport to Medina is the slowest and least convenient way to travel. You will have to make a bus change in the busy city centre of Jeddah, then sit on a crowded bus for at least 5 hours. Plus, once you reach Medina, you will have to find yet another mode of transport to get to your hotel.

Timetables

SAPTCO Buses

Editor’s Note

The journey on the bus may be longer than expected if travelling during times of prayer. The driver will stop at this time for at least 30 minutes to let the passengers get off to wash and pray.

Useful Tips

The bus is split into male, female and family sections. Be aware of this when planning your journey.

You can purchase your SAPTCO bus tickets online in advance.

The cost of your bus ticket will change deepening on the time and day you're travelling.

How to get from Jeddah Airport to Medina by train

The quickest transfer option is to take a Jeddah airport to Medina train. Thanks to the new Haramain high-speed trains, the journey time is an impressive 2 hours. The cost of taking a train from Jeddah airport to Medina is around €30 (SAR 120), depending on how far in advance you book your ticket and for which seating class.

How much is the Jeddah Airport to Medina train?

The cost of a one-way ticket on the train from Jeddah airport to Medina is approximately €30 (SAR 120). However, this price may change if you want to book a business class seat, or if you’re travelling during peak times.

Cost

€30 (SAR 120)

Trip Duration

2 Hrs.

*There's a waiting time of up to 4 hours for the train.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The high-speed trains run from 08:00 to 22:00, but only 5 times per day.

Where do I find the train at Jeddah Airport?

The Jeddah Airport Train Station is located to the very left of the main terminal building. You will see the train station clearly signposted from the baggage claim area.

Convenience

Although the Jeddah airport to Medina train is a very quick transfer option, it only leaves the airport 5 times per day, so you could have an extremely long wait. There’s also very limited luggage storage on the train, so this transfer option isn’t recommended for those with lots of luggage or large items.

Timetables

Haramain High Speed Train

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling in a group of 4, you can split the cost and take a private taxi for the same price as taking the train.

Useful Tips

The train only leaves the airport 5 times a day, be sure to check the schedules when planning your journey.

The train station in Medina is far from the major hotels, you will need to take a taxi from there to your final destination.

You can purchase your train tickets online in advance to secure your seat.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Jeddah. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

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Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

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DAYTIME

€205.0

NIGHTTIME

€246.0

Same price as a regular taxi from the line

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct train from Jeddah Airport to Medina?

Yes, the Haramain high-speed railway train from Jeddah airport to Medina runs from 08:00 to 22:00 daily. The journey time is just 2 hours and the cost of a one-way economy class ticket is €30 (SAR 120).

What’s the cost of a taxi from Jeddah Airport to Medina?

The average Jeddah airport to Medina taxi fare is €130 (SAR 550), which will be given to you at a fixed rate by your driver. However, this price may change depending on the driver and your negotiating skills. For a fixed rate you don’t have to barter for, we suggest pre-booking your Jeddah airport transfer with Welcome Pickups.

How do I get from Jeddah Airport to Medina?

There are three ways to get from Jeddah airport to Medina; taxi, bus or train. Taking a Jeddah airport taxi takes just 3 hours and 45 minutes and costs around €130 (SAR 550). Taking the train takes an impressive 2 hours to reach Medina and costs €30 (SAR 120). Finally, taking the SAPTCO bus will cost just €20 (SAR 79), but will take at least 5 hours and 30 minutes to reach Medina.

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How to get from Jeddah Airport to Medina by taxi

What's the Jeddah Airport to Medina taxi fare?

Cost

€130 (SAR 550)

Trip Duration

3 Hrs 45 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Jeddah Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Jeddah Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Jeddah Airport to Medina by bus

How much is the bus from Jeddah Airport to Medina?

Cost

€20 (SAR 79)

Trip Duration

5 Hrs 30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The SAPTCO buses run from 07:00 to 23:59.

Where do I find the bus at Jeddah Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

SAPTCO Buses

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Jeddah Airport to Medina by train

How much is the Jeddah Airport to Medina train?

Cost

€30 (SAR 120)

Trip Duration

2 Hrs.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The high-speed trains run from 08:00 to 22:00, but only 5 times per day.

Where do I find the train at Jeddah Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

Haramain High Speed Train

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct train from Jeddah Airport to Medina?

What’s the cost of a taxi from Jeddah Airport to Medina?

How do I get from Jeddah Airport to Medina?

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