Makkah to Madinah Taxi
A taxi from Makkah to Madinah costs from SAR 750 (about $199 USD) per vehicle and takes about 4 hours 30 minutes for the 420 km journey. The fare is fixed when you book and covers the whole vehicle — a 7-seater is SAR 950 and a 10-seater van SAR 1050, regardless of how many of you travel.
Your driver picks you up at your hotel in Makkah (Mecca) and drops you at your hotel near Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah (Medina), door to door with all your luggage in one vehicle. For solo travellers with light luggage the Haramain train can be the better deal — see the honest comparison below.
How much is a taxi from Makkah to Madinah?
| 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.
Makkahto Madinah — common questions
How far is Madinah from Makkah, and how long does the taxi take?
The drive is about 420 km and takes about 4 hours 30 minutes on the highway, door to door from your Makkah hotel to your Madinah hotel.
What does a 7-seater taxi from Makkah to Madinah cost?
A 7-seater is a fixed SAR 950 per vehicle, and a 10-seater van SAR 1050 — the price covers the whole vehicle and luggage, not a per-seat fare.
Taxi or train — which is better for a family with lots of luggage?
For families and groups with full Umrah luggage, a private vehicle is usually simpler: one fixed per-vehicle price, no station transfers at both ends, and no per-bag limits. For a solo traveller with light luggage, the train is often cheaper. See our train vs taxi comparison for the full math.
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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