Makkah · مكة المكرمة
Private Taxi & Transfer Service in Makkah
Pre-booked private cars for Umrah travellers, families, couples, groups and companies — Jeddah Airport, Madinah, Taif, your Makkah hotel, Ziyarat, or a chauffeur by the hour. One fare, agreed before you book.
- We track your flight
- 15–30 minutes free waiting
- English & Arabic drivers
- 24/7
The short answer
Taxi Saudi Arabia arranges pre-booked private transport in Makkah through a vetted partner network: transfers between Jeddah Airport (JED) and your Makkah hotel (about 80 km), Makkah–Madinah (430 km), Makkah–Jeddah (85 km) and Makkah–Taif (90 km) trips, hotel pickup and drop-off, Ziyarat transportation and private drivers by the hour. You choose the vehicle, the fare is agreed before booking, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before pickup.
- Makkah → JED Airport
- 80 km · ~1 hr
- Makkah → Madinah
- 430 km · ~4 hr
- Makkah → Taif
- 90 km · ~1 hr 10 min
- Flights
- We track your flight
- Drivers
- English- & Arabic-speaking
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
- Payment
- Cash to the driver or bank transfer
- Companies
- Invoicing via our sister company
Start here
What kind of Makkah trip do you need?
Pick the closest match. Each one tells you what to send for a quote and links to the page that covers it.
Jeddah Airport ↔ Makkah
A private car from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to your Makkah hotel is about 80 km (~1 hr). We track your flight, the driver meets you after baggage claim, and the fare is agreed before you travel. The return leg is booked the same way — pickup is worked back from your flight time.
Send us for a quote
- Flight number and terminal
- Makkah hotel name
- Passengers and large bags
- Return flight, if booking both ways
Popular Makkah routes
Private transfers from and to Makkah
Every route has its own page and quote form. Distances and drive times are approximate and come from the same route data as the route pages.
- Jeddah Airport → Makkah80 km ~1 hr
The most-booked arrival. From the terminal straight to your Makkah hotel.
- Makkah → Jeddah Airport80 km ~1 hr
Departure leg, with pickup worked back from your flight time.
- Makkah → Madinah430 km ~4 hr
Hotel to hotel with prayer and rest stops on request.
- Madinah → Makkah430 km ~4 hr
The return leg, or the start of an Umrah trip from Madinah.
- Jeddah city → Makkah85 km ~1 hr 10 min
From any Jeddah hotel or home, at any hour.
- Makkah → Jeddah city85 km ~1 hr 10 min
Back to a Jeddah hotel, the Corniche or Al-Balad.
- Makkah → Taif90 km ~1 hr 10 min
Up the Al Hada escarpment to the mountain city.
- Makkah → Riyadh870 km ~8 hr
The long cross-Kingdom drive, with stops planned in advance.
Also available: Makkah to Madinah Airport, Makkah to KAEC and Makkah to Yanbu. For other cities see the intercity transfer service.
Private car or Haramain train between the cities?
Both work. They suit different travellers — here is the trade-off for a Makkah trip.
| Private car | Haramain train | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | Car:Yes — airport or hotel to hotel | Train:Station to station; a transfer is needed at each end |
| Luggage | Car:All bags in one vehicle, loaded by the driver | Train:Carried through the stations |
| Family or group | Car:One fare for the whole car | Train:A ticket per person |
| Timetable | Car:Leave when you are ready, 24/7 | Train:Fixed departures |
| Stops on the way | Car:Prayer, meal or luggage stops on request | Train:None |
Airport transfers
Jeddah Airport to your Makkah hotel — and back
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) is about 80 km from Makkah — ~1 hr on a clear road. Madinah Airport (MED) is about 450 km away for pilgrims arriving there first.
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Book with your flight
Send the flight number and your hotel. The fare is agreed before you travel.
- 2
We track the flight
Delays move your pickup, and 15–30 minutes of waiting is free once you land.
- 3
Meet your driver
Driver details arrive on WhatsApp before pickup. The vehicle is sized to your bags.
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Straight to Makkah
To the nearest permitted drop-off at your hotel. The return leg is worked back from your flight.
Makkah hotel pickup & drop-off
Transfers to and from your Makkah hotel
Pickup and drop-off are arranged at your confirmed hotel. Near Masjid al-Haram the driver uses the nearest permitted point at prayer times and tells you where to meet. These hotel pages cover the airport leg in detail:
- Jeddah Airport to Swissotel Al Maqam Makkah80 km · ~1 hr
- Jeddah Airport to Fairmont Makkah Clock Royal Tower80 km · ~1 hr
- Jeddah Airport to Pullman Zamzam Makkah85 km · ~1 hr 5 min
- Jeddah Airport to Hilton Suites Makkah80 km · ~1 hr
- Jeddah Airport to Conrad Makkah80 km · ~1 hr
- Jeddah Airport to Movenpick Hajar Tower Makkah80 km · ~1 hr
- Jeddah Airport to Makkah Clock Tower hotels85 km · ~1 hr 5 min
Not on the list?
Any Makkah hotel works — send the name and the leg you need (airport, station, another hotel or a city). We do not claim any hotel partnership; the driver simply meets you at your confirmed hotel.
Haram-area drop-off guide Request My Hotel TransferMakkah areas we serve
- Ajyad أجيادBeside Masjid al-Haram; Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower) hotels
- Al Shubaikah الشبيكةA short walk from the Haram on the Jeddah-road side
- Aziziyah العزيزيةPilgrim hotels on the road towards Mina and Arafat
- Al Awali العواليSouthern Makkah, quick access to the expressway
- Al Mansour المنصورResidential district with a short drive to the Haram
- Mina منىEast of Makkah; permitted transport in the Hajj season
Makkah Ziyarat transportation
A private car between the Makkah sites you choose
The car takes you from site to site and waits at each stop, so elders and children are never left looking for a ride. This is a transport service — it does not include religious guidance.
Jabal al-Nour جبل النور
The mountain above the Cave of Hira, on the north side of Makkah. The car waits at the base.
Jabal Thawr جبل ثور
South of Makkah. The car waits at the base.
Mina منى
The tent valley east of Makkah, about 8 km from the Haram.
Muzdalifah مزدلفة
Between Mina and Arafat.
Arafat & Jabal al-Rahmah عرفات وجبل الرحمة
East of Makkah, on the plain of Arafat.
Jannat al-Mu'alla جنة المعلاة
The historic cemetery north of the Haram.
Plan the day around prayer times
A half-day is usually enough for the main sites. Tell us the order you prefer, who is travelling, and how long you want at each stop.
Private chauffeur in Makkah
Hire a private driver in Makkah by the hour
Three or more stops, elderly parents, children, meetings that may overrun, or a plan that has to flex around prayer times — book one car and driver for a half-day or full day. The car waits outside each stop and the fare for the whole block is agreed before you book.
| Booking | Best when |
|---|---|
| Single transfer | One pickup, one drop-off — airport, hotel move, Madinah. |
| Hourly driver | Three or more stops, or a flexible day. |
| Corporate | Recurring staff travel, delegations, written quote and invoice. |
Vehicle options
Which vehicle fits your group and luggage?
Set passengers and large bags and see which categories fit. Availability is confirmed for your date, route and passenger count when we quote. Larger coaches are arranged on request.
Indicative only — the exact vehicle is confirmed with your quote. Larger groups can be split across vehicles.
- SedanFitsUp to 4 passengers · 2 bagsIndividuals, couples and small groups with normal luggageDetails
- GMC / full-size SUVUp to 7 passengers · 5 bagsFamilies and premium comfort with more luggageDetails
- Hyundai StariaUp to 7 passengers · 4 bagsFamilies and small groups travelling togetherDetails
- Toyota Hiace vanUp to 11 passengers · 16 bagsLarger groups with a lot of luggageDetails
- Coaster / minibusUp to 17 passengers · 20 bagsUmrah groups, teams and delegationsDetails
See all categories on the vehicle categories page. Vehicles are provided through our partner network.
Plan your timing
What changes journey times in Makkah
Drive times shift with the season, the hour and prayer times. These are the things that move them.
Prayer-time road closures
Roads around Masjid al-Haram close or slow at prayer times. Your driver uses the nearest permitted drop-off point and tells you exactly where to meet on the way back.
Umrah peaks and Ramadan
Jeddah–Makkah traffic and the Haram area get far busier in Ramadan and peak Umrah weeks. Allow extra time for airport departures and book vans and SUVs early.
Night arrivals
Many international flights land at night or before dawn. Transfers run 24/7 — pre-book so the car is waiting rather than searched for at 3 am.
Luggage and zamzam
Umrah families often carry more than expected, including zamzam on the way home. Tell us the number of large cases and the vehicle is sized to match.
Summer heat
From late spring to autumn, plan outdoor Ziyarat stops for early morning or after sunset, with the car close by between stops.
Entry to Makkah
Only Muslims may enter the city limits of Makkah. Non-Muslim visitors to Saudi Arabia can use our Jeddah, Madinah, Taif and AlUla services.
First time booking in Makkah?
What travellers usually ask first
How do I get from Jeddah Airport to my Makkah hotel?
The simplest way is a pre-booked private car from your JED terminal to your hotel — about 80 km and ~1 hr, with your luggage in the same vehicle. We track your flight, so a delay moves the pickup.
Can the car take us to the door of our Makkah hotel?
The driver takes you as close as vehicles are permitted. Around Masjid al-Haram some roads are closed at peak and prayer times, and the driver uses the nearest allowed drop-off point.
Can we travel from Makkah to Madinah by car?
Yes. It is about 430 km and ~4 hr of driving. Tell the driver your preferred prayer and rest stops when you book.
What if we have elderly parents or small children?
Say so when you book. An SUV or van gives more room and easier boarding, and Ziyarat days can be planned with longer waiting stops.
Do I need to stop at a Miqat?
That depends on where you are travelling from and on your own religious circumstances, which we cannot advise on. If your route passes a Miqat and you want a stop, tell us when you book and we will plan it.
How do I pay?
Cash to the driver or bank transfer. An electronic receipt is available on request.
How booking works
- 1
Send your trip
Form or WhatsApp: pickup, drop-off, date, passengers, luggage and flight number if it is an airport trip.
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Agree one fare
We confirm the vehicle and one fixed fare before anything is booked — no meter, no surge.
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Driver details
Name and number arrive on WhatsApp before pickup. We track your flight.
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Ride & pay
15–30 minutes free waiting. Pay cash or by bank transfer.
For companies, VIP guests & groups
Corporate, group and VIP transportation in Makkah, quoted in writing
Umrah group organisers, company travel, visiting delegations and VIP guests get one point of contact and a mix of executive sedans, SUVs, vans and coasters through our partner network. Larger coaches are arranged on request. Corporate invoicing can be arranged through our sister company.
Request a quote
Get your Makkah transfer quote
Tell us the trip — pickup, drop-off, date, passengers, luggage and your flight number for airport trips. We reply on WhatsApp with the vehicle and one fixed fare before anything is booked.
- Fare agreed before booking — no meter, no surge
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Cash to the driver or bank transfer
- English- & Arabic-speaking drivers, 24/7
Trip type
Where should we send your quote?
Final pricing depends on route, vehicle, date, and passengers — confirmed with you directly before booking.
Private Transportation Only·Every booking is your own private vehicle and professional chauffeur.
Booking for a company or an Umrah group?
Send your trip list by email for a written quote. Corporate invoicing can be arranged through our sister company.
FAQ
Makkah transport questions, answered
Short answers to what travellers ask before booking.
How do I book a private taxi in Makkah?
Send your pickup, drop-off, date, passengers and luggage by the form or on WhatsApp. We reply with the vehicle and one fixed fare before anything is booked — no meter and no surge.
Can I book a private transfer from Jeddah Airport to Makkah?
Yes. Jeddah Airport (JED) to Makkah is about 80 km and ~1 hr. The driver meets you after baggage claim, we track your flight, and the first 15–30 minutes of waiting is free.
Can I travel privately from Makkah to Madinah?
Yes. Makkah to Madinah is about 430 km — ~4 hr of driving. A private car goes hotel to hotel with prayer and rest stops on request, and the return trip can be booked at the same time.
Can I request hotel pickup in Makkah?
Yes. Give us the hotel name and the driver comes to the entrance. Near Masjid al-Haram the car may have to wait at the nearest permitted point during prayer times; the driver tells you where.
Can I book Makkah Ziyarat transportation?
Yes. A private car takes you between the sites you choose, such as Jabal al-Nour, Jabal Thawr, Mina, Muzdalifah and Arafat, and waits at each stop. We provide transport only, not religious guidance.
Can I hire a private driver by the hour in Makkah?
Yes. Book a car and driver for a block of hours or a full day; the car waits between stops. Send your date, start time and hours needed and we confirm the fare before booking.
Which vehicle should I choose for my family?
A sedan fits individuals and couples with normal luggage. A GMC or full-size SUV, or a Hyundai Staria, suits families with more luggage. A Hiace van or coaster suits larger groups. We confirm the vehicle against your passenger and luggage count.
Can you provide a GMC or a Hyundai Staria?
Both are in the vehicle categories available through our partner network. Availability is confirmed for your date, route and passenger count when we quote.
Can you arrange a large bus for a group?
Coasters and larger coaches are arranged on request through our partner network. Send the group size, dates and routes and we confirm what is available.
Can I request corporate transportation in Makkah?
Yes. Email your company details and trip list for a written quote. Corporate invoicing can be arranged through our sister company.
Can I cancel or change a booking?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before pickup, and time or address changes can be made on WhatsApp.
Do the drivers speak English?
Yes. Drivers in our partner network speak English and Arabic, and trips run 24 hours a day.
Makkah travel guides and related services
- Makkah hotel drop-off near the Haram
- Jeddah Airport to Makkah: car, train and bus compared
- Makkah to Madinah: taxi, train or bus
- How taxi fares in Makkah are worked out
- Makkah Ziyarat by taxi: the holy sites
- Umrah transport service
Travelling on to other cities? See private transfers in Madinah, Taif and Jeddah, or the airport transfer service. Riyadh is about 870 km away — see Makkah to Riyadh.
Heading to Makkah soon?
We track your flight, the fare is agreed before you book, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before pickup.