A taxi from Makkah to Riyadh is about 870 km and takes roughly 8 hours. The fare is fixed, confirmed on WhatsApp door-to-door, with prayer and rest stops included for the long-distance journey to the capital.
- Distance
- ~870 km
- Time
- ~8 hours
- Fare
- On WhatsApp
- Hours
- 24/7
- Makkah
- ~870 km~8hPrivate car & chauffeur
- Riyadh
Choose the Right Vehicle for Your Group
* All fares are fixed with zero surge pricing — confirmed on WhatsApp or email prior to dispatch.
Clear QuoteExecutive Sedan
Latest Toyota Camry / Ford — 2025–26 models
Clear QuoteFamily SUV
GMC Yukon / Suburban — spacious & premium
Clear QuoteLuxury VIP
Mercedes S-Class / Lexus — subject to route
Clear QuoteGroup Van
Hyundai Staria — comfortable for groups
Makkah to Riyadh: Route Details & Tips
Clear, All-Inclusive Pricing
Your fare is confirmed with you on WhatsApp before booking. No hidden fees, no surge pricing, tolls and taxes included.
Meet & Greet Service
Your driver will wait at the pickup location holding a name sign with your name on it.
English & Arabic-Speaking Drivers
Drivers in our partner network speak English and Arabic, and trips run 24 hours a day.
Makkah to Riyadh FAQs
How long is the drive from Makkah to Riyadh?
Makkah to Riyadh is about 870 km — roughly an 8-hour drive, with prayer and rest stops along the way.
How much is a taxi from Makkah to Riyadh?
The fare is fixed, confirmed on WhatsApp for a sedan, confirmed before booking, with SUVs and vans for families and luggage.
Is this route comfortable for a family?
Yes. We use spacious, air-conditioned SUVs and vans for long trips, and the driver takes regular rest stops for comfort.
Plan the rest of your Makkah trip
Makkah to Riyadh is one leg. These pages cover the others.
- Private transportation in MakkahAll Makkah services, vehicles and routes in one place
- Return: Riyadh to MakkahBook the way back
- Coming from Madinah first?Previous leg
- Flying in through JeddahAlternative arrival
- Hire a private driver in MakkahHourly or full-day hire
- Makkah Ziyarat by private carSites visited by car with waiting time
- Vehicle categories for your group sizeSedan, SUV, Staria, van, coaster
- Other intercity transfersAll routes between Saudi cities
Related Taxi Routes & City Guides
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Pickup
Makkah
Dropoff
Riyadh
Free cancellation up to 24h before pickup