Haramain Train from Makkah: A Practical Guide for Residents

The Haramain train from Makkah is one of the easiest ways for residents to reach Jeddah, the airport or Madinah without driving the highway. This guide covers what you need before your first trip.

Visiting pilgrims can read our calm guide to travelling between Makkah and Madinah.

Where the Makkah station is

According to the official Haramain High Speed Railway (HHR) page, Makkah station is in the Ar Rusayfah district, about 3.5 km from Masjid al-Haram. The station is open daily from 06:30 to 00:30 and lists 4,750 parking spaces. That makes driving to the station and parking a realistic option for families. For local trips to the station, see using Makkah buses as a resident.

Once you arrive, our Madinah station-to-neighbourhood transport guide covers the rest of the trip.

Makkah station (HHR)

Where the line goes

The official HHR timetable lists five stations: Makkah, Jeddah Sulaymaniyah, Jeddah Airport, King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) and Madinah. The two Jeddah stops are different stations. If you’re catching a flight, choose the airport station, not Sulaymaniyah.

On the train

HHR says each train has 417 seats, 113 in Business and 304 in Economy, with a dining area in coach five (HHR).

For accessibility, the HHR portal says passengers with a disability are entitled to a special discount, and each train has two wheelchair spaces, located in the Business coach. Everyone on one booking must travel in the same class, so a family travelling with a wheelchair user in Business either books Business for all, or makes two bookings. Tick the special needs box when booking to request assistance.

Fares, times and booking

Departures change, so check the official HHR timetable for your date instead of relying on old screenshots. Pick your origin and destination there and book through the official channels. We do not quote fares here, because they change by date and demand. Use the official HHR timetable or app, and avoid unofficial booking sites that copy the HHR name.

Going on to Madinah? Choose Makkah to Madinah in the official HHR timetable to see that day’s departures before you book.

Tips for residents

• Allow extra time to reach Ar Rusayfah at busy prayer times and on Fridays. Our Friday in Makkah guide helps with timing.
• When hosting guests, confirm which Jeddah station their flight or meeting needs.
• Keep your ID and booking ready on your phone before you arrive.

FAQ

How far is the Haramain station from Masjid al-Haram?

The official HHR page puts Makkah station in Ar Rusayfah, about 3.5 km from Masjid al-Haram.

What are the Makkah station’s opening hours?

HHR lists daily operating hours of 06:30 to 00:30.

Is Jeddah Airport a separate stop from Jeddah city?

Yes. The line has both a Jeddah Sulaymaniyah station and a Jeddah Airport station.

How far is it from Makkah to Madinah by train?

Adding HHR’s section distances (Makkah to Jeddah 77 km, Jeddah to Jeddah Airport 17 km, Jeddah Airport to KAEC 94 km, KAEC to Madinah 261 km) gives 449 km, close to the 450 km route HHR describes (HHR, About us).

Can I take a wheelchair on the Haramain train?

Yes. Each train has two wheelchair spaces in the Business coach, and assistance can be requested when booking (HHR portal).

Sources

• https://sar.hhr.sa/-/makkah
• https://sar.hhr.sa/about-hhr/about-us
• https://sar.hhr.sa/
• https://sar.hhr.sa/timetable

Last checked: 22 October 2026 (merged with our former Haramain guide). Earlier check: 14 October 2026. Station location, opening hours and parking figures re-checked on the official HHR Makkah station page.