Madinah to Makkah Taxi
A taxi from Madinah to Makkah costs a fixed SAR 750 (about $199 USD) per vehicle for the 420 km, about 4 hours 30 minutes drive — door to door from your hotel in Madinah (Medina) to your hotel in Makkah (Mecca).
Many travellers compare this route with the Haramain high-speed train, and for a solo traveller with light luggage the train is often the better deal. For families and groups with luggage, one fixed per-vehicle fare without station legs at both ends usually works out simpler — the comparison below gives the honest math.
Taxi or Haramain train from Madinah to Makkah?
Private taxi
- One fixed price per vehicle, not per person
- Door to door — hotel to hotel, no station legs
- All your luggage travels with you
- Leaves at the time you choose
Haramain train
- Per-seat tickets — often cheaper for solo travellers
- Fast on the rail leg, but needs transfers to and from both stations
- Luggage allowance is limited per passenger
- Runs to a fixed timetable
For a solo traveller or couple with light luggage, the train is often the better deal. For families and groups with Umrah luggage, one per-vehicle fare is usually simpler and can cost less overall.See the full comparison with verified train fares.
How much is a taxi from Madinah to Makkah?
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | Fixed price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyToyota Camry or similar | up to 3 | up to 3 | SAR 750Approx. $199 USD · CA$275 CAD · £146 GBP |
| Van - 7 SeaterHyundai Staria/H1 or similar | up to 7 | up to 7 | SAR 950Approx. $253 USD · CA$348 CAD · £186 GBP |
| Van - 10 SeaterToyota Hiace or similar | up to 10 | up to 10 | SAR 1050Approx. $279 USD · CA$385 CAD · £205 GBP |
| SUVGMC Yukon XL or similar | up to 6 | up to 4 | SAR 1750Approx. $465 USD · CA$641 CAD · £342 GBP |
Prices are fixed per vehicle and all-inclusive. Seasonal rates apply during Ramadan and Hajj-adjacent peaks and are always shown in your quote before you pay. Prices last checked 2026-08-27 — your exact price is confirmed on the quote page. Capacity figures are guidance for choosing a suitable vehicle.
When should you leave?
The drive takes about 4 hours 30 minutes in normal traffic. Add your airline's recommended check-in time and a margin for traffic — especially during Ramadan and other peak periods — when choosing your pickup time.
What is included?
- Door-to-door hotel pickup at your chosen time
- Professional, air-conditioned vehicle with a licensed chauffeur
- All your luggage in one vehicle — capacity guidance per vehicle class
- Fixed all-inclusive price per vehicle — no meters, no surge, no hidden fees
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup with a full refund — see thecancellation policy.
Madinahto Makkah — common questions
How long is the drive from Madinah to Makkah?
About about 4 hours 30 minutes for the 420 km highway drive, door to door. Allow extra time in peak seasons.
Taxi or train from Madinah to Makkah?
Train: often cheaper per person for solo travellers and couples with light luggage, but you need transfers to and from the stations at both ends and luggage is limited. Taxi: one fixed price per vehicle, door to door, luggage included — usually simpler for families and groups. See the full comparison guide for verified train fares.
What does a 7-seater from Madinah to Makkah cost?
A 7-seater is a fixed SAR 950 per vehicle and a 10-seater van SAR 1050 — per vehicle, not per person.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. The fixed price covers the whole vehicle for your group, with luggage included. It is all-inclusive — no meters, no surge, no hidden fees.
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