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What is the Jeddah to Makkah taxi price?
The Jeddah to Makkah taxi price depends on two things: where in Jeddah you start and which car you need. From the city the trip is 95 km on the Haramain Expressway (Route 40) and takes about 1 h 15 min. From the airport it is 102 km, about 1 h 25 min. Peak traffic on Thursday and Friday evenings adds 20 to 30 minutes.
Entry to Makkah is for Muslims only. Travellers who are not Muslim can use the same fixed fares for rides within Jeddah and to other cities.
| Vehicle | Seats | From Jeddah city | From Jeddah Airport | From the airport at night |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Sedan | 1–3 | SAR 170 | SAR 180 | SAR 220 |
| Standard Sedan | 1–3 | SAR 190 | SAR 210 | SAR 250 |
| Comfort MPV | 4–6 | SAR 240 | SAR 260 | SAR 310 |
| Family Van | 7–11 | SAR 310 | SAR 330 | SAR 400 |
| SUV | 4–7 | SAR 340 | SAR 360 | SAR 430 |
| Luxury / VIP | 1–4 | SAR 570 | SAR 620 | SAR 740 |
| Female Driver / Family-Safe | 1–6 | SAR 250 | SAR 270 | SAR 320 |
| Wheelchair Accessible Van | 1–4 + wheelchair | SAR 340 | SAR 360 | SAR 430 |
Fixed fare, meter or app: how do they compare?
| Fixed fare (pre-booked) | Meter taxi | Ride-hailing app | |
|---|---|---|---|
| When you know the price | Before you book | At the end of the ride | When you request the ride |
| What moves the price | Only the night surcharge, shown in the quote | Distance, time and waiting on the meter | Demand and traffic |
| Airport pickup | Name board at arrivals, flight tracked | Queue at the taxi rank | Request after landing and meet at the pickup point |
| Large vehicles | Vans up to 11 seats, buses up to 50 | Depends on the taxi available | Limited choice |
| Stops on the way | Planned and included | Agree with the driver | Depends on the app and driver |
| Makkah permits in Hajj season | Drivers with Makkah permits | Check with the driver | Check with the driver |
Taking a meter taxi from Jeddah to Makkah
Street and airport taxis are priced by the meter, or by a price you agree with the driver. On a trip of around 100 km small differences add up, so before you set off agree that the meter will run, or agree a total price.
Make sure the driver will take you to your hotel's drop point. On busy days the central area around the Haram is pedestrian-only and taxis use designated drop points, so you may finish the trip on foot with your bags.
During Hajj season, the Al Shumaisi checkpoint on the Makkah road checks entry permits, and only permitted vehicles and passengers may continue. If you travel in that period, confirm the current rules with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah or the Nusuk app.
Using Uber, Careem or another app
Ride-hailing apps work in Jeddah and Makkah, and for a solo traveller with light bags they can be convenient. The app shows the price before you confirm, and it changes with demand, so the same trip can cost more at busy times.
Before you rely on an app, check three things: that you will have mobile data at the airport, that a vehicle large enough for your group and luggage is available, and that the driver can take you to your hotel's drop point. See pre-booked taxi vs ride-hailing apps for a fuller comparison.
What about the Haramain train or the bus?
The Haramain High-Speed Railway runs from Jeddah, including a station at the airport's Terminal 1, to Makkah's station in Rusayfah, about 6 km from the Haram. Tickets are priced per person, and you still need a taxi from Rusayfah to your hotel.
Buses are the cheapest option per person, but run station to station on a timetable. Train and bus fares and timetables change, so check the operator's website for today's prices. Our Jeddah to Makkah taxi vs Haramain train page compares the two door to door.
Which is cheapest for a family?
Because the fixed fare is per car, the bigger your group, the better it compares with per-person tickets. Here is the cost per person in one vehicle from Jeddah Airport to a Makkah hotel.
| Group | Vehicle | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | Economy Sedan | SAR 180 | SAR 180 |
| 3 people | Economy Sedan | SAR 180 | SAR 60 |
| 4 people | Comfort MPV | SAR 260 | SAR 65 |
| 6 people | Comfort MPV | SAR 260 | SAR 44 |
| 8 people | Family Van | SAR 330 | SAR 42 |
| 11 people | Family Van | SAR 330 | SAR 30 |
Tips for getting a fair price
- Book before you fly, so the price is agreed in writing on WhatsApp.
- Give the hotel name, not just "Makkah". Drop points differ by hotel and area.
- If you need a stop to change or pray on the way, tell us when booking and we plan it.
- Night pickups (00:00–05:00) add 20%; the quote shows it.
- Ask for the return price at the same time. A return booking costs about 5% less than two one-way fares.
- For a family of five or more with luggage, compare one van with two cars: see family van vs two sedans.