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Makkah Train Station, Saudi Arabia

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Trains from Makkah

9Jul
1
Seats
Makkah
Madinah

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Travel time

Arrival Time

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Ticket price

Morning trains

06:00
MakkahStation
2h 25m
08:25
MadinahStation
Direct
Haramain High-Speed Train 00060
from
84 USD
1
2h 25m, Direct
06:00
MakkahStation
08:25
MadinahStation
from
84 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
07:00
MakkahStation
2h 20m
09:20
MadinahStation
Direct
Haramain High-Speed Train 01070
from
109 USD
1
2h 20m, Direct
07:00
MakkahStation
09:20
MadinahStation
from
109 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:00
MakkahStation
2h 20m
14:20
MadinahStation
Direct
Haramain High-Speed Train 01120
from
109 USD
1
2h 20m, Direct
12:00
MakkahStation
14:20
MadinahStation
from
109 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
13:00
MakkahStation
2h 20m
15:20
MadinahStation
Direct
Haramain High-Speed Train 01130
from
109 USD
1
2h 20m, Direct
13:00
MakkahStation
15:20
MadinahStation
from
109 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:00
MakkahStation
2h 20m
20:20
MadinahStation
Direct
Haramain High-Speed Train 01180
from
109 USD
1
2h 20m, Direct
18:00
MakkahStation
20:20
MadinahStation
from
109 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
18:20
MakkahStation
2h 20m
20:40
MadinahStation
Direct
Haramain High-Speed Train 01182
from
84 USD
1
2h 20m, Direct
18:20
MakkahStation
20:40
MadinahStation
from
84 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
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day

First train

06:00
night

Last train

23:20
distance

Travel duration

2h 20m
daily-departure

Daily departures

21
departure-station

Departure station

Makkah
changes-type

Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Madinah
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $50
fastest-s

Fastest trip

2h 15m
longest-s

Longest trip

2h 25m

Navigating Makkah

Makkah Haramain High Speed Railway station is a purpose-built high-speed rail terminal serving the holy city of Makkah. Passengers enter through the main station building, then follow signs to ticketing, waiting areas, and platform access. The station is used by reserved-seat Haramain High Speed Railway services, so keep your booking confirmation and identification ready for ticket checks. Lifts and escalators are provided for access between the concourse and train level, with staff assistance available where needed. During Hajj, Umrah, and prayer-time peaks, allow extra time inside Makkah station for queues, group movement, and platform announcements.
shopping

Shopping

Makkah station provides passenger retail options suited to rail travel, such as basic travel items and refreshments where available. It is not a shopping centre, so buy specialist items before arriving at the station. During peak pilgrimage seasons, queues at station retail points may be longer.

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Dining services

Food and drink options at Makkah station are limited to station passenger needs, with cafes or snack outlets where available. If you need a full meal before departure, plan around your hotel area or nearby city services before heading to the Haramain High Speed Railway terminal.

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Getting around the station

Makkah station has a main passenger concourse with signs in Arabic and English for tickets, waiting areas, exits, and platforms. Haramain High Speed Railway trains use controlled platform access, so check the display boards before going down to the platform level. Keep luggage with you and listen for boarding announcements.

taxi-services

Taxi services

Taxis and ride-hailing pick-up points operate outside Makkah station. Traffic in Makkah can be heavy during Umrah and Hajj periods, so allow extra time for trips between the station and hotels or mosque-area districts. Taxi fares depend on traffic, demand, and local rates.

Makkah Train Tickets with Rail Monsters

Rail Monsters lets you search Haramain High Speed Railway departures from Makkah, compare available train times and fare options, and book individual tickets online. Enter Makkah as your departure or arrival station, select your route, add passenger details, and complete payment. After booking, Rail Monsters sends confirmation and ticket information, with electronic ticket delivery where available for the selected service.

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FAQ about Makkah

What amenities are available at Makkah station?

Makkah station has ticketing areas, waiting space, toilets, prayer facilities, and basic passenger services for Haramain High Speed Railway travelers. Retail and food options may be available, but availability can vary by area and time. For specific needs such as luggage storage or special assistance, check station signage or ask staff.

What onward transport is available from Makkah station?

Onward transport from Makkah station includes taxis, ride-hailing services, private transfers, and hotel shuttles where arranged. Local bus and pilgrimage transport arrangements may operate during specific periods, but routes can vary. If you are meeting a driver, confirm the exact exit or pick-up zone at Makkah station.

Is parking or drop-off available at Makkah station?

Makkah station has road access for private cars, taxis, and drop-off traffic. Parking arrangements and traffic access can change during Hajj, Ramadan, and other busy periods in Makkah. If you plan to arrive by car, allow extra time and follow local traffic instructions around the Haramain High Speed Railway station.

Where can I travel by train from Makkah?

Direct Haramain High Speed Railway services from Makkah run to Jeddah, King Abdulaziz International Airport, King Abdullah Economic City, and Madinah. Typical trips take about 30 to 45 minutes to Jeddah, about 1 hour to the airport station, and about 2 hours 20 minutes to Madinah, depending on the service selected.

How can I buy Makkah train tickets online?

You can book Makkah train tickets online at Rail Monsters by entering Makkah as your departure or arrival station, choosing a Haramain High Speed Railway service, and completing payment. After booking, you receive confirmation and ticket details for your selected train. Check the passenger name, travel date, and departure time before payment.

How do I get from Makkah station to central Makkah?

Makkah station is reached mainly by taxi, ride-hailing services, hotel transfers, and local road transport. Travel time into central Makkah depends heavily on traffic controls, prayer times, and pilgrimage season restrictions. If your hotel provides a transfer, confirm the pick-up point at Makkah station before arrival.

Which operator serves Makkah station?

Makkah station is served by Haramain High Speed Railway, operated under Saudi Arabia Railways. The station handles the western high-speed line linking Makkah, Jeddah, King Abdulaziz International Airport, King Abdullah Economic City, and Madinah. It does not serve the SAR North-South passenger routes that operate in other parts of Saudi Arabia.

Is Makkah station accessible for passengers with reduced mobility?

Makkah Haramain High Speed Railway station has lifts, escalators, and step-free routes between the concourse and platform areas. Passengers who need wheelchair support or boarding assistance should request help in advance where possible and arrive early. At the station, follow accessibility signs or ask Haramain staff for the correct boarding point.

Can I transfer from Makkah station to other rail stations in Makkah?

Makkah does not have another main intercity railway station for regular passenger services. Haramain High Speed Railway departures are handled at Makkah station. Local movement within the city is by road transport, hotel shuttles where provided, and pilgrimage transport arrangements during designated seasons.

When is Makkah station busiest?

Makkah station is especially busy during Hajj, Ramadan, school holidays, and peak Umrah travel periods. Trains can sell out earlier during these dates, and station queues may take longer. Arrive with extra time before departure, keep your ticket and identification ready, and monitor Haramain High Speed Railway departure boards.
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