Jeddah to Medina

Jeddah to Medina

Jeddah
Medina
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Jeddah to Medina Destination Reviews

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Teslim A
Smooth ride, no issues.
Jeddah to Medina, Train #07190 Economy, Haramain High Speed Railway, May 18, 2026
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8 customer reviews
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Jeddah to Medina Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+3h 52m
$381.00
Train
Haramain High Speed Railway
Economy
00:32
02:22
$56.00
Van
Al Buraq Land Transport
Minivan
01:00
05:00
$88.75
Van
Golden Destination
Tourist
02:00
06:00
$64.76
Van
Golden Destination
Tourist
03:00
07:00
$64.76
Van
Golden Destination
Tourist
04:00
08:00
$64.76
Van
Golden Destination
Tourist
05:00
09:00
$64.76
Van
Golden Destination
Tourist
06:00
10:00
$64.76
Van
Golden Destination
Tourist
07:00
11:00
$64.76
Van
Golden Destination
Tourist
08:00
12:00
$64.76
Van
Golden Destination
Tourist
09:00
13:00
$64.76
Train
Haramain High Speed Railway
Economy
10:00
11:54
$40.00
Train
Haramain High Speed Railway
Economy
10:32
12:22
$56.00
Van
Golden Destination
Tourist
11:00
15:00
$64.76
Train
Haramain High Speed Railway
Economy
11:32
13:22
$56.00
Train
Haramain High Speed Railway
Economy
12:00
13:54
$40.00
Train
Haramain High Speed Railway
Economy
12:32
14:22
$56.00
Van
Al Buraq Land Transport
Minivan
13:00
17:00
$88.75
Train
Haramain High Speed Railway
Economy
13:32
15:22
$56.00
Train
Haramain High Speed Railway
Economy
14:00
15:54
$40.00

How to get from Jeddah to Medina

When you want to get from Jeddah to Medina, 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 667.46. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 39.59.

How far is Jeddah from Medina?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Jeddah to Medina. 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 Jeddah to Medina?

The travel time from Jeddah to Medina can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 16 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Jeddah to Medina varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Haramain High Speed Trains: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 39.59 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 667.46.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 39.69 to USD 196.33;
  • Van price : USD 76.99;
  • Plane tickets - USD 87.11 to USD 448.88;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 451.81 to USD 667.59.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 103 trains per day.
  • Flights from Jeddah to Medina depart during the day - there are approximately 53 departures a day.
  • Vans from Jeddah to Medina depart during the day - there are approximately 24 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Jeddah to Medina 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 Jeddah to Medina. 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 87.11.

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 Jeddah to Medina

Flynas, Flynas, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Jeddah to Medina. 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 451.81.

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 Jeddah to Medina. 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 Jeddah to Medina.

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 Jeddah to Medina

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Jeddah to Medina? 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:

  • 87% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 12% users took a plane.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Jeddah to Medina

Facts about the transport from Jeddah to Medina

Cheapest Transport$40
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:32 PM
Departures per day182
Distance851 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Flynas, Flynas, Golden Destination, Haramain High Speed Railway, Haramain High Speed Railway, Haramain High Speed Railway, Haramain High Speed Trains, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines