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How far is Yanbu from Jeddah Airport?
The drive from Jeddah Airport to Yanbu is about 326 km and takes around 4 h 5 min. The route runs north along the Red Sea coast on Route 5, through Rabigh, where the usual rest stop is.
Yanbu is a Red Sea industrial and diving city in the Madinah region. People make this trip for work at Yanbu Industrial City, for a hotel in town, or for the coast and the islands further north. Hotels include Novotel Yanbu, Holiday Inn Yanbu and Radisson Blu Yanbu.
Taxi fares from Jeddah Airport to Yanbu
Fares are per car and fixed before you land. One fare covers everyone in the vehicle and includes fuel, tolls, the driver and meet-and-greet. A 20% night surcharge applies at night (00:00–05:00) and is shown in your quote.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Suitcases | Jeddah Airport to Yanbu |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Sedan | 1–3 | 2 | SAR 560 |
| Standard Sedan | 1–3 | 3 | SAR 660 |
| Comfort MPV | 4–6 | 5 | SAR 820 |
| SUV | 4–7 | 6 | SAR 1,150 |
| Family Van | 7–11 | 10 | SAR 1,050 |
| Luxury / VIP | 1–4 | 3 | SAR 1,960 |
| Cargo / Luggage Van | 1–3 + luggage | 20+ | SAR 1,150 |
What is the drive like?
Route 5 follows the coast north from Jeddah. Rest, prayer and meal stops are included at no extra charge, and Rabigh, about 150 km from Jeddah, is the usual place to stop.
On the way you pass the turn-offs for KAUST and King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC). Drop-offs at either need gate registration, so tell us in advance if you want to stop there.
If you need an extra stop for a meal, prayer or a rest, tell the driver when you book or on the way.
Fly to Yanbu or drive from Jeddah?
Yanbu has its own airport. Yanbu Airport (YNB) is about 10 km from the city, and a taxi from there costs from SAR 60. Check the airlines for a route that connects with your flight; if none fits, landing in Jeddah and finishing by road is the alternative. Our Yanbu Airport guide has more.
Madinah is a third option, and it suits pilgrims who visit Madinah first. The table compares the three arrival airports.
| Arrive at | Distance to Yanbu | Time | Economy sedan | Family van |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeddah Airport (JED) | 326 km | 4 h 5 min | SAR 560 | SAR 1,050 |
| Madinah Airport (MED) | 255 km | 3 h 5 min | SAR 440 | SAR 820 |
| Yanbu Airport (YNB) | 10 km | 15 min | SAR 60 | SAR 120 |
Going to Yanbu Industrial City?
Yanbu Industrial City is run by the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, and its gates require worker ID. Tell us the company, the gate and a site contact when you book. If you do not have your pass yet, the driver drops you at the gate.
For crews and rotations, a corporate account puts airport runs and shuttles on one monthly invoice with VAT. Our article on staff shuttles in Jubail and Yanbu explains how daily contracts work.
Beyond Yanbu: Umluj, the Red Sea resorts and Madinah
Yanbu is a good base for the coast further north. Yanbu to Umluj is 150 km, about 1 h 30 min, and boat-tour operators are at Umluj marina. Red Sea International Airport lies between Umluj and Al Wajh; our Red Sea resort transfers article covers the resorts.
For pilgrims, Yanbu to Madinah is 230 km on Route 60, about 2 h 30 min, from SAR 400 per car.
Before you land: checklist
- Send your flight number, the number of passengers and suitcases, and the Yanbu address on WhatsApp.
- For a plant or site, add the company name, the gate and a contact.
- Tell us about any stop at KAUST or KAEC on the way; both need gate registration.
- At Terminal 1, your driver waits at the arrivals exit gate after customs with a name board, and waits free for 60 minutes after landing.
- Ask for a cargo van if you carry tools or a lot of luggage.
- Save the driver's name and plate number, sent the day before.