Medina to Mecca

Medina to Mecca

Medina
Mecca
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Medina to Mecca Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+4h 25m
$437.00
Train
Haramain High Speed Railway
Economy
00:30
02:45
$81.00
Van
Al Buraq Land Transport
Minivan
01:00
05:00
$88.75
Flight
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Economy
01:40
10:50
$128.66
Flight
Flynas
Economy
02:00
03:00
$32.60
Van
Al Buraq Land Transport
Minivan
03:00
07:00
$88.75
Flight
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Economy
03:35
04:50
$81.51
Flight
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Economy
03:55
05:05
$79.76
Flight
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Economy
04:30
20:50
$307.40
Van
Al Buraq Land Transport
Minivan
05:00
09:00
$88.75
Van
Al Buraq Land Transport
Minivan
06:00
10:00
$88.75
Van
Al Buraq Land Transport
Minivan
07:00
11:00
$88.75
Flight
Flynas
Economy
07:55
00:35
$200.27
Flight
Jazeera Airways
Economy
08:15
16:30
$185.14
Flight
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Economy
08:45
10:00
$82.67
Flight
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Economy
09:05
13:50
$217.64
Flight
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Economy
09:55
14:50
$105.96
Flight
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Economy
10:20
11:30
$41.34
Flight
Egyptair
Economy
10:40
20:25
$264.51
Van
Al Buraq Land Transport
Minivan
11:00
15:00
$88.75

How to get from Medina to Mecca

When you want to get from Medina to Mecca, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 372.85. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 30.64.

How far is Medina from Mecca?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Medina to Mecca. Your trip will be a total of 529 miles (851 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

How long does it take to get from Medina to Mecca?

The travel time from Medina to Mecca can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Medina to Mecca?

The cost of the trip from Medina to Mecca varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Flynas: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 30.64 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 372.85.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Medina to Mecca:

  • Plane tickets - USD 30.67 to USD 119.46;
  • Train tickets - USD 78.13 to USD 186.40;
  • Van price : USD 106.66;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 251.99 to USD 372.79.

How many trips per day are there between Medina and Mecca?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 17 trains per day.
  • Flights from Medina to Mecca depart during the day - there are approximately 9 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Medina to Mecca any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Medina to Mecca. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 30.67.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Medina to Mecca

Flynas, Flynas, Saudi Arabian Airlines

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Medina to Mecca. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 251.99.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Medina to Mecca. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Medina to Mecca.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Medina to Mecca

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Medina to Mecca? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 95% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 4% users took a plane.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Medina to Mecca

Facts about the transport from Medina to Mecca

Cheapest Transport$31
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:00 ص
Latest Departure11:00 م
Departures per day29
Distance851 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAl Buraq Land Transport, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Flynas, Flynas, Haramain High Speed Railway, Saudi Arabian Airlines