How much is a taxi from Makkah to Madinah?

A taxi from Makkah to Madinah costs SAR 450 for Economy Sedan with ArabiaCab. The distance is 450 km and the journey takes approximately 4.5 hours.

How much is a taxi from Jeddah airport to Makkah?

A pre-booked taxi from Jeddah airport (KAIA) to Makkah costs SAR 250 for Economy Sedan with ArabiaCab. The distance is 95 km and takes 60–90 minutes.

Are Saudi taxi prices fixed or metered?

ArabiaCab uses fixed pricing — the fare is agreed before your journey begins and never changes. Airport metered taxis use a meter, which can result in significantly higher charges during traffic or surge periods.

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Saudi Arabia Taxi Prices 2026 — Complete Fare Guide for All Routes

Q: How much does a taxi cost in Saudi Arabia?

Intercity taxi prices in Saudi Arabia range from SAR 250 (Jeddah Airport to Makkah) to SAR 1,100 (Riyadh to Jeddah or Riyadh to Makkah) for an Economy Sedan. City rides within Riyadh or Jeddah cost SAR 30–150 depending on distance. All ArabiaCab prices are fixed — no surge pricing.

Q: How much is a taxi from Riyadh to Jeddah?

A taxi from Riyadh to Jeddah costs SAR 1,100 for Economy Sedan, SAR 1,600 for Business SUV, and SAR 1,900 for a 12-seat Family Van with ArabiaCab. The journey covers 950 km and takes approximately 9.5 hours.

Taxi prices in Saudi Arabia for intercity routes range from SAR 250 (Jeddah Airport to Makkah) to SAR 1,100 (Riyadh to Jeddah) for an Economy Sedan. All ArabiaCab fares are fixed — agreed before departure, no meter, no surge. This guide lists 2026 fixed fares for all major Saudi Arabia taxi routes, airport transfers, and vehicle types.

May 26, 2026·12 min read·By ArabiaCab

How ArabiaCab Pricing Works

ArabiaCab uses fixed pricing for all routes. The fare you receive when you book is the fare you pay — regardless of traffic, time of day, or demand. There is no meter and no surge pricing. This differs from metered airport taxis and ride-hailing apps (Uber, Careem) which both use variable pricing.

Economy Sedan

1–4 passengers

3 large bags

Toyota Camry / Hyundai Sonata

Business SUV

1–7 passengers

5 large bags

GMC Yukon / Land Cruiser

Family Van

1–12 passengers

8+ bags

Toyota Hiace / Coaster

Intercity Taxi Prices — Saudi Arabia 2026

Route	Dist / Time	Economy	Business SUV	Family Van
Riyadh → Jeddah	950 km 9.5 hrs	SAR 1,100	SAR 1,600	SAR 1,900
Riyadh → Makkah	950 km 9–10 hrs	SAR 1,100	SAR 1,600	SAR 1,900
Riyadh → Madinah	900 km 9 hrs	SAR 1,050	SAR 1,550	SAR 1,850
Riyadh → Dammam	400 km 4 hrs	SAR 450	SAR 650	SAR 850
Makkah → Madinah	450 km 4.5 hrs	SAR 450	SAR 650	SAR 850
Jeddah → Makkah	95 km 1 hr	SAR 250	SAR 380	SAR 480
Jeddah → Madinah	420 km 4.5 hrs	SAR 450	SAR 650	SAR 850
Dammam → Riyadh	400 km 4 hrs	SAR 450	SAR 650	SAR 850
Taif → Jeddah	120 km 1.5 hrs	SAR 280	SAR 420	SAR 520
Abha → Jeddah	620 km 7 hrs	SAR 750	SAR 1,100	SAR 1,350

Prices valid 2026. All fares are fixed. Reverse routes (e.g. Jeddah to Riyadh) are the same price.

Airport Transfer Prices — Saudi Arabia 2026

Transfer Route	Distance	Economy	Business SUV
KAIA (Jeddah) → Makkah	95 km	SAR 250	SAR 380
KAIA (Jeddah) → Jeddah City	25 km	SAR 100	SAR 150
RUH (Riyadh) → Riyadh City	35 km	SAR 100	SAR 150
MED (Madinah) → Madinah City	15 km	SAR 80	SAR 120
DMM (Dammam) → Khobar	40 km	SAR 100	SAR 150
TIF (Taif) → Taif City	30 km	SAR 90	SAR 130

All airport transfers include meet and greet, flight tracking, and 60 minutes free waiting time.

Saudi Arabia Taxi Prices vs. Flying vs. Train

For many Saudi Arabia routes, a private taxi — especially shared between a group — is cheaper than flying when total costs are calculated.

Riyadh to Jeddah

Taxi: SAR 1,100 (4 pax = SAR 275/person)

Flight: SAR 250–700 per person

Taxi cheaper for groups of 4+

Makkah to Madinah

Taxi: SAR 450 (4 pax = SAR 113/person)

Flight: No direct flight — must transit Jeddah

Taxi is the only direct option

Jeddah Airport to Makkah

Taxi: SAR 250 fixed

Flight: N/A — same airport

Taxi is only ground option

Riyadh to Dammam

Taxi: SAR 450 (4 pax = SAR 113/person)

Flight: SAR 150–400 per person

Taxi cheaper for 3+ passengers

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a taxi cost in Saudi Arabia?

Intercity taxis start at SAR 250 (Jeddah Airport to Makkah) and go up to SAR 1,100 (Riyadh to Jeddah or Riyadh to Makkah) for an Economy Sedan. Airport transfers within cities cost SAR 80–150. All ArabiaCab prices are fixed.

Are Saudi Arabia taxi prices fixed or metered?

ArabiaCab uses fixed prices — agreed before departure, no changes. Airport metered taxis use a running meter. Uber and Careem use surge pricing. For predictable costs, always pre-book with ArabiaCab.

How much is a taxi from Riyadh to Jeddah?

SAR 1,100 for Economy Sedan (1–4 passengers), SAR 1,600 for Business SUV, SAR 1,900 for Family Van. 950 km, ~9.5 hours.

What is the cheapest taxi route in Saudi Arabia?

Short airport transfers (e.g. Madinah Airport to Madinah City at SAR 80) are the least expensive. Among intercity routes, Jeddah Airport to Makkah at SAR 250 is the most popular budget-friendly route.

Do Saudi taxi prices include luggage?

Yes. ArabiaCab fixed prices include all luggage — no baggage fees. Economy Sedan fits 3 large bags, Business SUV fits 5, Family Van fits 8+.

Do Saudi taxi prices change during Hajj or Ramadan?

ArabiaCab fixed prices do not change during Hajj or Ramadan. Metered and ride-hailing apps frequently surge 2–3x during peak pilgrim seasons.

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