Mecca to Medina by train, van, bus, flight, taxi from SAR 117

Mecca to Medina Destination Reviews

Ahmed T

12go co. Is an absolute fraudulent co. I booked a tkt mak-med by train and paid online but at the train station they said we ve no such booking on our system and ur tkt is fake. Soonafter I mailed to 12go customer support but no one responded. Not even owning it. Absolute fraud. Plz do not use 12go

Mecca to Medina, Train Economy Class, Haramain High Speed Trains, Aug 19, 2026

Ahmed A

I was taken a taxi to medina and i dont get may money

Mecca to Medina, Bus Luxury, Hafil Bus, Aug 18, 2026

Ahmed

the vehicle was extremely comfortable, but i didn’t received my actual ticket till an hour before departure

Mecca to Medina, Train Economy Class, Haramain High Speed Trains, Aug 17, 2026

Malaz

I was not allowed to board and told my ticket was fake and this was a scam

Mecca to Medina, Train Economy Class, Haramain High Speed Trains, Aug 17, 2026

Imran Y

The price of the ticket on the official website was half compared to what 12go charged me. I can understand margins but 100% is robbery.

Mecca to Medina, Train Economy, Haramain High Speed Railway, Aug 16, 2026

Mohammad A

You told there were tickets but there was nothing a big scam

Mecca to Medina, Train Economy Class, Haramain High Speed Trains, Aug 16, 2026

Mohammed E

Very late confirmation Forced to accept a time that I don’t want since tickets ran out ALTHOUGH I booked and paid over one month ago. Unprofessional communication, random numbers calling you on whatsapp asking for official documents. Would not use or recommend this service again.

Mecca to Medina, Train Economy Class, Haramain High Speed Trains, Jul 25, 2026

Amir M

This was the worst experience of my life. I was traveling with my elderly mother, and we were treated very poorly and caused unnecessary stress and inconvenience. We arrived at the exact location you provided more than two hours in advance, yet no vehicle came to pick us up. This level of service is completely unacceptable. I expect a clear explanation for this serious failure and appropriate action to ensure this never happens to anyone else.

Mecca to Medina, Bus Luxury, Hafil Bus, Jul 12, 2026

Suleiman S

I booked my 1 ticke

Mecca to Medina, Bus Luxury, Hafil Bus, Jun 30, 2026

Adnan K

Very very easy an fast

Mecca to Medina, Train Economy Class, Haramain High Speed Railway (Haramain High Speed Railway), Feb 5, 2026

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Mecca to Medina Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Train	Haramain High Speed Railway	Economy	00:00	02:20	$81.00
Train	Haramain High Speed Railway	Business	00:35	02:55	$240.00
Flight	Flyadeal	Economy	00:55	08:30	$89.76
Flight	Saudi Arabian Airlines	Economy	01:30	02:30	$81.07
Flight	Saudi Arabian Airlines	Economy	01:50	15:00	$233.43
Flight	Saudi Arabian Airlines	Economy	02:10	03:15	$158.09
Flight	Flynas	Economy	02:30	08:30	$151.14
Flight	Flyadeal	Economy	02:50	08:30	$90.63
Flight	Saudi Arabian Airlines	Economy	03:30	18:30	$111.76
Flight	Flyadeal	Economy	03:50	09:50	$88.02
Flight	Flynas	Economy	04:45	05:45	$33.59
Flight	Saudi Arabian Airlines	Economy	06:00	15:00	$108.29
Flight	Flynas	Economy	06:25	11:40	$235.11
Flight	Flyadeal	Economy	06:45	13:40	$275.07
Flight	Flynas	Economy	07:15	19:30	$149.40
Flight	Saudi Arabian Airlines	Economy	07:35	16:40	$174.30
Flight	Flyadeal	Economy	07:55	01:20	$88.02
Flight	Saudi Arabian Airlines	Economy	08:20	09:25	$81.07
Flight	Saudi Arabian Airlines	Economy	08:50	13:55	$175.46
Flight	Flynas	Economy	09:10	15:50	$239.16

How to get from Mecca to Medina

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

Flight
Bus
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 348.17. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 31.21.

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

The cost of the trip from Mecca to Medina varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Al Buraq Land Transport: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 31.21 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 348.17.

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

Van price : USD 31.23;
Bus tickets - USD 44.84 to USD 45.64;
Train tickets - USD 49.38 to USD 230.34;
Plane tickets - USD 87.28 to USD 444.40;
taxi+Van price: USD 417.18. From Mecca to Medina starting from 00:00 Mecca Transfer until 00:00 Mecca Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 348.05 to USD 348.05.

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

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

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 131 trains per day.
Vans from Mecca to Medina depart during the day - there are approximately 24 departures a day.
Buses start plying the route from 05:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 13 available bus trips every day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Mecca 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 Mecca 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 87.28.

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 Mecca to Medina

Flynas, Flynas, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Mecca to Medina is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Mecca 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 348.05.

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 Mecca 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 Mecca 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..

Transportation from Mecca to Medina

Facts about the transport from Mecca to Medina

Cheapest Transport	$32
Fastest Transport	1h
Earliest Departure	12:00 AM
Latest Departure	11:00 PM
Departures per day	169
Distance	851 kilometers
Transport Companies	Abu Sarhad Trans, Al Buraq Land Transport, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Flynas, Flynas, Haramain High Speed Railway, Haramain High Speed Railway, Haramain High Speed Trains, NorthWest Bus, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines

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