AlUla to Aqaba, Jordan
From AlUla west to the Red Sea, north along the coast road through the NEOM region to Haql, then across Al Durrah to Aqaba. It is the shortest road between the two.
A private transfer from AlUla to Aqaba is about 620 km and roughly 9 hours of driving, plus border time. The shortest road runs west to the Red Sea coast near Duba, north along the coast through Haql and across the Al Durrah crossing to Aqaba. Going via Tabuk is about 85 km longer. Border crossing fees are included in the fixed fare.
- Distance
- ~620 km
- Driving
- ~9h 10m
- Crossing
- Al Durrah crossing
- Best for
- AlUla → Red Sea → Jordan itineraries
AlUla to Aqaba, Jordan, stop by stop
Pickup
Start
AlUla
Hotel, resort or AlUla International Airport (ULH).
To the coast
≈ km 300
West to the Red Sea near Duba
Across the desert to the coastal highway.
Coast road
≈ km 580
North through the NEOM region
Along the Red Sea and Gulf of Aqaba to Haql.
Border
Al Durrah → Durra crossing
Saudi exit and Jordan entry, each in person.
Drop-off
≈ km 620
Aqaba
Hotel, resort or King Hussein International Airport (AQJ).
Every passenger completes their own exit and entry checks at Al Durrah crossing. Border processing time varies and is never guaranteed, so we build margin into the pickup time.
Door-to-door or border drop-off?
Two ways to book this trip. Both have one fixed fare agreed in writing before you travel.
Door-to-door
- Same car and driver from your door to your address in Aqaba, Jordan
- Vehicle crossing fees at Al Durrah crossing included
- No luggage transfers, no arranging transport on the other side
Border drop-off · lower fare
- We drive you to the Saudi side of Al Durrah crossing
- Cheaper, because our car does not cross
- You arrange your own onward transport on the other side, and check how passengers continue at this crossing
Where we drop off in Aqaba
Aqaba is about 30 km from the Al Durrah crossing, so it is the first stop in Jordan. Give us the exact address when you book.
City hotels & the waterfront
Central Aqaba hotels, apartments and the seafront area.
South Beach & Tala Bay
Resorts and dive hotels on the coast south of the city, which is the side the border is on.
Ayla
The marina and residential development north of the centre.
King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
For travellers flying on from Aqaba. Tell us your flight time.
Who books this route
- Heritage-to-beach itineraries. End an AlUla trip on the Red Sea in Aqaba, in one car.
- Groups with luggage. Van or SUV with room for everyone's bags on a long day.
Choose your vehicle
Executive sedanSolo travellers and couples, business trips Quote
Full-size SUVFamilies, more luggage, long desert stretches Quote
VanGroups and heavy luggage Quote
Vehicles come from our vetted partner network. The car for your date is confirmed as eligible to cross before we send the fare.
Planning tips for this route
- It is a full day. About 9 hours of driving plus the border. Start early, or ask for an overnight stop on the coast.
- Going to Petra rather than Aqaba?. Petra is reached via Tabuk and the Halat Ammar crossing — ask and we quote AlUla → Petra.
Included in your fare
- One fixed fare in writing — no meter, no surge
- Border crossing fees for the vehicle included in the fare
- 15–30 minutes of free waiting on every trip
- English- and Arabic-speaking drivers
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Pay cash to the driver or by bank transfer
Drive the whole way, or fly part of it?
This is a long day. If you are travelling light, a flight plus a private car on each end may suit you better.
The car wins for groups, heavy luggage and travellers who want to see the Red Sea coast without connections.
Documents for Al Durrah crossing
- A valid passport (or the ID your nationality may use for this crossing) for every passenger, including children.
- The right to enter the destination country — visa, eVisa or exemption, depending on nationality.
- Saudi residents: a valid exit and re-entry visa where it applies.
- Requirements change. Confirm current entry rules with official sources before you travel — we do not arrange visas or immigration.
AlUla to Aqaba, Jordan: your questions
How far is AlUla from Aqaba?
About 620 km by the shortest road — roughly 9 hours of driving via the Red Sea coast and the Al Durrah crossing, plus border time.
Does the route go through Tabuk?
Not by default. The shortest road goes west to the Red Sea coast near Duba and north along the coast to Haql. Via Tabuk is about 85 km longer, and can be booked if you prefer.
Can we stop overnight on the way?
Yes. Ask for a two-day quote with an overnight stop and the driver's stay is included in the fare.
Are border crossing fees included?
Yes, border crossing fees for the vehicle are included in the fixed fare.
What documents do I need?
A valid passport and the right to enter Jordan; Saudi residents generally also need a valid exit and re-entry visa. Check official sources before travel.
Get your AlUla to Aqaba, Jordan quote
Send the details. We confirm an eligible vehicle and reply on WhatsApp with one fixed fare, border crossing fees included.
Trip type
Where should we send your quote?
Final pricing depends on route, vehicle, date, and passengers — confirmed with you directly before booking.
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