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A private taxi from Makkah Al-Mukarramah to Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah costs SAR 450 for a Toyota Camry (4 passengers), SAR 600 for a Hyundai Staria (7 passengers), SAR 900 for a GMC Yukon XL, SAR 750 for a Toyota HiAce (11 passengers), and SAR 1,100 for a Toyota Coaster (19 passengers). The journey covers 435 km and takes 4.5 to 5 hours door-to-door. A free Miqat stop at Masjid Dhul Hulayfah is included on all bookings.
The road between Makkah and Madinah is one of the most travelled journeys a Muslim can make.
For most Umrah pilgrims, the Makkah to Madinah transfer happens after completing the rituals at Masjid al-Haram — Tawaf, Sa'i, and the spiritual weight of the days spent in the city of the Prophet's birth ﷺ. You are leaving one sacred city to visit another. The journey itself deserves to be handled with the same care as every other part of your pilgrimage.
We have driven this route more times than we can accurately count. We know where to stop for prayer. We know the rest areas between the two cities, the stretches of Highway 15 (King Fahd Road) that require patience on a Friday evening, and the moment on the approach to Madinah when the green domes of Masjid al-Nabawi first become visible above the skyline. We know what this road means to the pilgrims who travel it.
We also know that most pilgrims who choose a private taxi over the Haramain train do so not because they cannot afford the train — but because they need a Miqat stop at Bir Ali, because they have too much luggage for the 25 kg limit, or because they have elderly family members who should not be rushed through a platform change. This page explains the route, the pricing, and what to expect. If you have questions, WhatsApp us.
The Makkah to Madinah private taxi route covers approximately 435 km via the Haramain Expressway (Route 80), also referred to as Highway 15 or King Fahd Road on older maps — both names refer to the same interconnected road network between the two holy cities. The dual carriageway passes through open desert terrain for most of its length, with the Hejaz mountain ranges visible to the west as you travel north.
Door-to-door journey time from your hotel in Makkah to your hotel in Madinah is 4.5 to 5 hours non-stop. With a Miqat stop at Masjid Dhul Hulayfah (Bir Ali), approximately 10 km before reaching Madinah, add 30 to 60 minutes depending on how long you need. With a prayer stop or rest break — which our drivers schedule as a matter of routine — allow 5.5 to 6 hours.
We collect from every major hotel district in Makkah:
Aziziyah district (postal area 24243) — the most popular residential hotel area for UK, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi families. We operate here around the clock.
Ajyad district (21955) — including Hilton Suites, Dar al-Tawhid, and Intercontinental properties.
Abraj al-Bait area — Fairmont, Swissotel, Raffles, and the hotels along Ibrahim Al-Khalil Road. Our drivers know the specific vehicle entry points for each building.
Kudai district (24352) — growing hotel area southeast of the Haram.
Rusaifah and Jarwal — older hotel areas for long-stay and budget-conscious pilgrims.
Tell us your hotel name when booking. If it is in a street with restrictions, your driver knows the closest permitted vehicle access point and will carry luggage from there.
We deliver to every hotel zone in Madinah's Nabawi district:
Central Nabawi district — hotels within walking distance of Masjid al-Nabawi, including the Anbar area, Sahl Harun street, and the properties facing the mosque's northern and eastern gates.
Al-Anbariyyah Market area — mid-range hotels popular with South Asian pilgrim groups.
King Fahd Road hotel corridor — properties further from the Haram, popular with longer-stay pilgrims.
If your hotel is in a narrow street that requires specific entry knowledge — and there are several in the central Nabawi area — our drivers know them. This is not our first delivery to that postcode.
There is a detail about this journey that many transport services never mention clearly, and some drivers simply drive past without stopping. We consider it one of the most important practical differences in how we operate.
Pilgrims travelling from Makkah to Madinah are not in a state of Ihram — they completed their Umrah and exited Ihram in Makkah. But for pilgrims who intend to perform another Umrah upon returning to Makkah from Madinah, the Miqat for this direction — Masjid Dhul Hulayfah, also known as Bir Ali or Abyar Ali — sits approximately 9 km south of Madinah city. On the Makkah-to-Madinah route, your driver passes it as you approach the city.
This stop is not relevant for all pilgrims on the Makkah-to-Madinah journey. If you are ending your Umrah trip by travelling to Madinah for Ziyarat before flying home, no Miqat stop is needed.
If, however, your itinerary includes returning from Madinah to Makkah to perform a second Umrah — which many pilgrims do, particularly those on extended stays — our driver can point out the Miqat location and note it for your return journey. The Miqat stop itself happens on the Madinah to Makkah route, not this direction. We explain this here because pilgrims ask, and you deserve a clear answer before you travel.
The free Miqat stop on the Makkah-to-Madinah route refers to a brief rest and orientation at Masjid Dhul Hulayfah if you wish to see it during your journey. The actual Ihram ritual, for those performing Umrah again, happens on the return.
All fares are per vehicle, not per person. A family of seven travelling in a Staria pays SAR 600 total — approximately SAR 86 per person for a 4.5-hour door-to-door private journey. Compare this to the Haramain train at SAR 120–315 per person, plus two additional taxis (one from your Makkah hotel to the Makkah train station, one from Madinah station to your hotel), plus the 25 kg luggage restriction.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | Fare (SAR) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry | Up to 4 | 3 large bags | SAR 450 | Couples, small families |
| Hyundai Staria | Up to 7 | 8–10 large bags | SAR 600 | Families — most popular choice |
| GMC Yukon XL | Up to 7 | 6–8 large bags | SAR 900 | VIP comfort, premium preference |
| Toyota HiAce | Up to 11 | 14–16 large bags | SAR 750 | Large families, extended groups |
| Toyota Coaster | Up to 19 | 24+ large bags | SAR 1,100 | Mosque groups, delegations |
The Haramain High-Speed Railway covers the Makkah–Madinah distance in approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes at 300 km/h. That is fast. But the comparison does not end there.
What the train does not tell you:
The Makkah train station is located approximately 6 km from Masjid al-Haram. Getting from your hotel in Aziziyah to the station requires a taxi (SAR 30–50) and 30–45 minutes in peak traffic. At the Madinah end, the Madinah train station is similarly situated away from the Nabawi hotel district — another taxi and another transfer.
The train has a strict 25 kg luggage limit per passenger. A family of four with four large suitcases, a pushchair, and a fold-up wheelchair will either leave bags behind, pay excess charges, or rethink the train entirely.
The train offers no Miqat stop option in either direction.
For a solo pilgrim with one small bag, no Miqat obligation, and the desire to arrive quickly — the train is a legitimate choice.
For a family of five with luggage, elderly parents, and a two-week itinerary that includes returning to Makkah for additional Umrah — the private door-to-door taxi is the right choice for every logistical and spiritual reason.
The Makkah to Madinah journey is not simply a long desert road. For pilgrims aware of Islamic history, the landscape carries meaning throughout.
Abwa — approximately 60 km south of Madinah on the old Hijaz route — is the burial site of Sayyidah Amina bint Wahb (RA), the mother of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The main highway passes near this area. Many pilgrims are moved simply by knowing they are on land that the Prophet ﷺ himself traversed.
Between Makkah and Madinah, the terrain shifts from the rocky Hejaz mountains surrounding Makkah to a more open central plateau before the volcanic black basalt plains — the Harrat — begin to appear as you approach Madinah from the south. The landscape has a stark, ancient quality that is difficult to describe to someone who has not driven it.
Your driver will stop for Dhuhr or Asr prayer if the timing falls during the journey. He does not need to be asked.
"We travelled from Makkah to Madinah via Badr with our family. The driver gave us all the time we needed at every stop, never once rushed us, and the car was excellent. Alhamdulillah, we were very satisfied. We will use this service for every Umrah insha'Allah."
"Travelled from Makkah to Madinah with eleven people — two couples, four children, two strollers. The driver stopped at every salah time without being asked, waited over an hour when our checkout was delayed, and got everyone there comfortably. Mashallah."
What we need from you:
Your pickup hotel name and address in Makkah
Your drop-off hotel name in Madinah
Travel date and preferred departure time
Number of passengers and bags
Vehicle preference (if any)
WhatsApp us with these details. We confirm your booking, driver, vehicle, and fixed fare — insha'Allah within 60 minutes. You pay the driver in cash when you reach your Madinah hotel.
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A private Makkah to Madinah taxi costs SAR 450 for a Toyota Camry (up to 4 passengers), SAR 600 for a Hyundai Staria (up to 7 passengers), SAR 900 for a GMC Yukon XL, SAR 750 for a Toyota HiAce (up to 11 passengers), and SAR 1,100 for a Toyota Coaster (up to 19 passengers). All fares are per vehicle, door-to-door, and include a free Miqat stop orientation at Dhul Hulayfah. A seasonal surcharge of 15–25% applies during Ramadan and Hajj season.
Door-to-door journey time is 4.5 to 5 hours non-stop covering 435 km via the Haramain Expressway (Route 80). With a prayer stop and rest break — which drivers take as standard — allow 5.5 to 6 hours. Traffic on Friday evenings and during Ramadan can extend the journey to 6.5 hours in peak conditions.
The train is faster (2 hours 40 minutes) but requires two additional taxis — one from your Makkah hotel to the train station (6 km from the Haram) and another from Madinah station to your hotel. It has a 25 kg luggage limit per passenger and no Miqat stop option. For families, elderly pilgrims, or anyone with significant luggage, the private door-to-door taxi is the more practical and cost-effective choice. Read the full comparison guide →
The Miqat at Dhul Hulayfah (Bir Ali / Abyar Ali) is relevant for pilgrims travelling in the Madinah-to-Makkah direction who intend to enter Ihram for Umrah. On the Makkah-to-Madinah journey, your driver can show you the location of the mosque as you pass. The Ihram ritual itself happens on your return journey from Madinah to Makkah — that stop is included free on all Madinah to Makkah taxi bookings.
Yes — and we recommend it, particularly for Ramadan and school holiday periods when demand is highest. WhatsApp us from home with your travel details. We confirm your booking, driver, and fixed fare before you fly. You pay cash on arrival in Madinah.
Your driver collects you from your hotel lobby in Makkah at your agreed departure time. He loads all luggage. You are not expected to carry anything to a designated pickup point. If your hotel is in a street with vehicle restrictions, he knows the closest permitted access and carries bags from there.
Yes. A Toyota HiAce or Toyota Coaster carries strollers flat in the luggage area without compromising passenger seating. A folded wheelchair fits in a Hyundai Staria comfortably alongside standard luggage. For elderly passengers requiring easy vehicle entry, we recommend the Staria — its wide sliding door and low step height make boarding significantly more comfortable than a standard saloon.
