Train from Jeddah to Makkah
Overview
The train from Jeddah to Makkah is the smart way to travel between the two cities: about 30 minutes centre to centre, direct, with no change of train, no airport queues and no baggage weighing. Haqqi Tours offers Jeddah to Makkah train tickets in every class on Haramain High Speed Railway - we check availability and the cost for your dates, send the price through WhatsApp, and issue the electronic ticket once you confirm. Read on for the cheapest train ticket tips, the timetable, the stations and how to book, or go straight to the form.
Highlights
- Train from Jeddah to Makkah in about 30 minutes - direct, no change
- Operated by Haramain High Speed Railway - second class and first class
- Departs Jeddah Al Sulimaniyah Station or King Abdulaziz Airport Station, arrives Makkah Haramain Station
- Several a day - we find the departure that fits your day
- Cheapest train ticket from Jeddah to Makkah: we check every fare type for your travel date
- Seats, children's tickets, luggage and group bookings handled by our booking desk
- Fill in the form - we message you in the WhatsApp chat with seats and the price, you confirm, the electronic ticket is issued
- Haqqi Tours also provides transfers and tours at both ends of the Jeddah to Makkah route
Full Description
Train from Jeddah to Makkah at a glance
Everything passengers ask about the train from Jeddah to Makkah in one place. Haramain High Speed Railway runs the route direct, with no change of train, with a journey time of about 30 minutes over roughly 80 km, several a day. Trains leave from Jeddah Al Sulimaniyah Station or King Abdulaziz Airport Station and arrive at Makkah Haramain Station. Haqqi Tours offers the ticket in the class you choose and confirms the exact departure, the seat and the cost by WhatsApp before you commit to anything.
- Route: Jeddah to Makkah (about 80 km)
- Operator: Haramain High Speed Railway
- Journey time: about 30 minutes
- Connection: direct train
- Frequency: several a day
- Departure station: Jeddah Al Sulimaniyah Station or King Abdulaziz Airport Station
- Arrival station: Makkah Haramain Station
- Classes: second class and first class
- Booking: form on this page, confirmation through WhatsApp, electronic ticket by message
From the airport station inside King Abdulaziz Airport's Terminal 1 the Haramain train reaches Makkah in about half an hour - the quickest way to the Haram after landing for Umrah.
Departure: Jeddah Al Sulimaniyah Station or King Abdulaziz Airport Station
The train from Jeddah to Makkah leaves from Jeddah Al Sulimaniyah Station or King Abdulaziz Airport Station, in Jeddah - jeddah is Saudi Arabia's Red Sea gateway and the port of pilgrims to Makkah, with King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) about 20 km north of the old town, the Corniche running along the coast, and the coral-stone houses of Al-Balad at its historic core. Plan to be at the station about 20 to 30 minutes before departure: enough to find the platform on the boards, pass any ticket gate or security check the station uses, and board without hurrying. Getting there: There is no metro in Jeddah; the Haramain high-speed rail connects the airport with Makkah and Madinah, which is superb for pilgrims, but a Jeddah hotel still needs a car from the terminal or the station.
- Haqqi Tours arranges a private transfer from your hotel in Jeddah to the station on request
- Let us know which hall or level your train leaves from - big stations have more than one
- Arrive 20-30 minutes early; the platform is shown on the boards shortly before departure
- Keep the electronic ticket on your phone and the ID used for booking together - some operators check both
Arrival: Makkah Haramain Station
Arrival is at Makkah Haramain Station, and this is the moment the train wins over the plane: no baggage belt, no passport queue, no airport bus. Makkah, the holiest city of Islam, is home to the Grand Mosque and the Kaaba, reached from Jeddah airport by the Haramain train or by road in about an hour. We can have a Haqqi Tours driver at the exit with your name, or simply tell you the best way to your hotel by metro or taxi.
Onward journeys from Makkah - a connecting train, a ferry or a flight the same day - can be added to the booking; tell us and we time the Jeddah to Makkah train to fit.
Classes and what it is like on board the Jeddah to Makkah train
What is the train from Jeddah to Makkah like inside? Modern coaches with reserved seats, tables for two or four, racks for suitcases, sockets and usually Wi-Fi of varying quality. In second class and first class the differences are space and quiet more than anything else. Over about 30 minutes the extra comfort of the higher class is worth it for some travellers and not for others; we tell you the cost of both and let you choose.
- Pets are allowed on many services with a small ticket - let us know if one is travelling
- Reserved seats with tables, power sockets and luggage racks
- Toilets in every coach; a café or bar coach on most long-distance services
- Wi-Fi on many trains on this route - useful for work, not reliable for streaming
Children, luggage and groups on the Jeddah to Makkah train
Haqqi Tours books family and group travel on this route all year round. Children's fares depend on age bands set by Haramain High Speed Railway, which we apply automatically; a pushchair folds into the luggage space; a table of four keeps everyone together. Larger groups - a school trip, a company, a wedding party - get seats reserved in a block and, where available, a group rate. There is no luggage allowance to worry about on the Jeddah to Makkah train.
Things to do in Makkah after the train
Makkah, the holiest city of Islam, is home to the Grand Mosque and the Kaaba, reached from Jeddah airport by the Haramain train or by road in about an hour. Start with Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah, the Grand Mosque and the Kaaba and the Clock Tower and the Abraj Al Bait, then Jabal al-Nour and the cave of Hira.
If you want the day in Makkah organised - a driver, a guide, timed entry tickets - we do that too. Mention it in the WhatsApp chat.
Best time to take the train from Jeddah to Makkah
For the train itself, spring and autumn bring the best mix of availability and fares; summer and holiday periods sell out earliest, so book the Jeddah to Makkah train as soon as your dates are fixed. Winter services run normally, with occasional weather delays on mountainous or coastal stretches.
Train, plane or bus from Jeddah to Makkah?
Train versus plane between Jeddah and Makkah comes down to time and hassle: the train leaves from and arrives in the city centre, with no baggage limits and no queues; the plane may be quicker in the air but rarely door to door. Buses exist and are cheap, but for comfort and reliability the train is the option Haqqi Tours recommends first.
Return train from Makkah to Jeddah
Coming back? Say so on the form. A return train ticket from Makkah to Jeddah booked with the outbound is frequently cheaper than two separate bookings, and it keeps the whole trip on one WhatsApp thread with one point of contact.
How much does the train from Jeddah to Makkah cost?
Train ticket prices from Jeddah to Makkah move like flight fares: the earlier you book and the quieter the departure, the less you pay. The class you choose, whether you want a refundable ticket, a seat reservation or a return, and whether children are travelling all change the total. Rather than quote a figure that will be out of date tomorrow, Haqqi Tours checks the fare for the day you want to travel and sends it to you on WhatsApp before you decide.
What we do include in the price we send: the ticket itself in the class you chose, the seat reservation where the operator requires one, and our service - checking the timetable, booking, sending the e-ticket and answering questions before and during the journey. There are no hidden extras added at the end.
Cheapest train ticket from Jeddah to Makkah: how to pay less
The cheapest train ticket from Jeddah to Makkah is almost always the one booked earliest for an off-peak departure. Our staff applies the same rules on every booking:
- Choose a fixed-departure ticket if your plans are certain; flexible tickets cost more
- For families and groups, ask about group fares - four or more passengers frequently unlock a lower rate
- Book early - fares on this route open weeks or months ahead and the lowest tiers sell first
- Travel mid-week and mid-day - Tuesday to Thursday departures after the morning rush are normally the cheapest
- Avoid the first and last trains of the day, which carry commuters and business travellers at higher fares
- Tell us if your dates are flexible - moving by a day, or by an hour, often halves the fare
We are happy to be asked "what is the cheapest way to get from Jeddah to Makkah by train?" - it is a question we answer many times a day, and the answer for your date comes back by WhatsApp.
How to book train tickets from Jeddah to Makkah with Haqqi Tours
Here is how to book a Jeddah to Makkah train ticket with Haqqi Tours: use the short form on this page - date, one-way or return, passengers, class - and send it. In a few minutes we write to you through WhatsApp with the departures that day, the seats we can hold and the price. Once you confirm and payment is arranged in the same conversation, we issue the ticket and send it to you as a PDF or a booking reference, whichever the rail company uses.
- Step 1 - fill in the form: date, one-way or return, adults and children, class
- Step 2 - we message you in the WhatsApp chat with the available departures, the seats and the cost
- Step 3 - you confirm the departure you prefer and we arrange payment in the same chat
- Step 4 - we issue the e-ticket and send it to you; we stay in touch until you arrive in Makkah
If plans change, the same WhatsApp conversation handles it. We spell out the change and cancellation terms of the fare you chose before you pay, so there are no surprises later.
Timetable of the Jeddah to Makkah train
Departures on the Jeddah to Makkah line are spread across the day (several a day), all operated by Haramain High Speed Railway. Allow about 30 minutes on board, and remember that as a direct train there is no connection to miss. Let us know on the form whether you prefer morning, midday or evening and we send the exact times for your travel date.
If you are connecting to a flight or another train at Makkah, tell us: we build in a safe margin and choose a departure that leaves room for a delay.
Is there a direct train from Jeddah to Makkah?
Direct - and that is the main reason passengers choose the train over flying between Jeddah and Makkah. No connection, no second platform to find, and the journey time of about 30 minutes is exactly what the timetable says. Haqqi Tours books the direct service by default.
Why book your Jeddah to Makkah train ticket with Haqqi Tours
What we offer on the train from Jeddah to Makkah: live fares checked for the date you travel, every class and fare type explained without jargon, seats reserved together, children's and group fares applied, the e-ticket delivered on WhatsApp and a team that answers at any hour if the train is late or the plan changes. Send the form and let us take the train off your list.
On board
- Tickets checked on board or at the gate; keep the e-ticket and your ID handy
- Wi-Fi on many trains between Jeddah and Makkah; quiet coaches on request
- Reserved seat in second class and first class - we choose the coach and seat where the railway allows
- Children's fares by age band, seats next to the adults
- Power sockets and folding tables at most seats; luggage racks in every coach
Before you travel
- Left-luggage, cafés and kiosks at both stations for early arrivals or late departures
- Haqqi Tours arranges private transfers between your hotel and both stations
- Be at the station 20-30 minutes before departure; doors close shortly before the timetabled time
- Arrival at Makkah Haramain Station - taxis, metro and our drivers at the exit
Good to know
- Add a transfer at Makkah so a driver meets you off the train with the luggage
- Ask for a table seat for families and a window seat in the quiet coach for solo travellers
- Book the return with the outbound to compare a return fare with two singles
- Arrive at Jeddah Al Sulimaniyah Station or King Abdulaziz Airport Station with 20-30 minutes to spare
- Keep passports or ID with the electronic ticket - some operators check both on board
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
When is the best time to book the Jeddah to Makkah train?
As soon as your dates are fixed. Fares open at their lowest and rise as seats sell; holidays, weekends and summer departures fill first.
Can I book a return train ticket from Makkah to Jeddah?
Certainly. Choose "return" on the form and give both dates; we compare a return fare with two singles and book the cheaper one. If the return date is not fixed yet, we book it later with no penalty.
Can I book the Jeddah to Makkah train for a group?
Yes, absolutely. Give the number of travellers on the form; we reserve seats together and ask the railway for a group fare where one exists, which frequently makes the train the cheapest way to move a group.
Where does the train arrive in Makkah?
The train pulls into Makkah Haramain Station. From there taxis and local transport are steps away, and a Haqqi Tours driver can be waiting at the platform exit with your name if you add a transfer.
How early should I be at Jeddah Al Sulimaniyah Station or King Abdulaziz Airport Station?
Twenty to thirty minutes is enough for a domestic or European departure; a bit more if the station has a ticket gate or security check, which we tell you about. Doors close a minute or two before the timetabled time.
How do I book train tickets from Jeddah to Makkah?
Fill in the short form on this page with your date, one-way or return, the number of adults and children and the class. Haqqi Tours messages you through WhatsApp with the departures, seats and cost; you confirm, we book and send the e-ticket.
Do I need to print the ticket?
No. The e-ticket on your phone - a PDF or a booking reference, depending on Haramain High Speed Railway - is enough on the Jeddah to Makkah route. If a printed copy or the booking ID is ever required, we say so when we send it.
How long is the train from Jeddah to Makkah?
Plan on about 30 minutes from Jeddah Al Sulimaniyah Station or King Abdulaziz Airport Station to Makkah Haramain Station with no change of train. Slower stopping services exist on some days; we always show the time of each departure next to its cost.
What happens if I miss the train?
A fixed-departure ticket is only valid on the train you booked; a flexible one can be used on a later departure. We tell you which type you hold before payment, and if something goes wrong on the day our WhatsApp desk helps you sort it out.
How much does the train from Jeddah to Makkah cost?
The cost depends on the date, the departure time, the class and how early you book, so there is no single price. Haqqi Tours checks the live fare for your date and sends you the exact cost through WhatsApp shortly afterwards of receiving the form - no estimates.
Can I choose my seat?
Yes, wherever Haramain High Speed Railway allows seat selection. Say what you prefer when we message you - a table of four, a window seat, the quiet coach, seats in a block for a group - and we reserve accordingly.
Can I bring a pet?
Small pets in a carrier are accepted on most trains on this route, generally with a pet ticket; larger dogs have their own rules. Let us know on WhatsApp and we finalise what applies to your departure.
Do children need a ticket on the Jeddah to Makkah train?
Children have their own fare bands set by Haramain High Speed Railway: the youngest typically travel free, older children at a reduced fare. Give the ages on the form and we apply the right fares and seat them next to you.
Is Wi-Fi available on the train?
Many trains between Jeddah and Makkah offer Wi-Fi, with quality that varies by service; power sockets at most seats keep phones and laptops charged for the journey.
How often does the train from Jeddah to Makkah run?
The service runs several a day. Let us know whether you prefer morning, midday or evening and we send the departures for the date you travel with the cost of each.