What is the cheapest way to get from Medina to Al-Balad?

The cheapest way to get from Medina to Al-Balad is to drive which costs 85﷼ - 130﷼ and takes 4h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Medina to Al-Balad?

The fastest way to get from Medina to Al-Balad is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs 270﷼ - 500﷼.

Is there a direct bus between Medina and Al-Balad?

No, there is no direct bus from Medina station to Al-Balad station. However, there are services departing from Al Madinah Bus Station and arriving at Jeddah Train Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Medina and Al-Balad?

No, there is no direct train from Medina to Al-Balad. However, there are services departing from Madinah and arriving at Jeddah Airport via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Medina to Al-Balad?

The distance between Medina and Al-Balad is 418 km. The road distance is 411.9 km.

How do I travel from Medina to Al-Balad without a car?

The best way to get from Medina to Al-Balad without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs 270﷼ - 500﷼.

How long does it take to get from Medina to Al-Balad?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Medina to Al-Balad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Medina to Al-Balad bus from?

Medina to Al-Balad bus services, operated by Northwest Bus, depart from Al Madinah Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Medina to Al-Balad train from?

Medina to Al-Balad train services, operated by Saudi Railways Company (SAR), depart from Madinah station.

Train or bus from Medina to Al-Balad?

The best way to get from Medina to Al-Balad is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs 270﷼ - 500﷼. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 170﷼ - 260﷼ and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Medina to Al-Balad bus arrive?

Medina to Al-Balad bus services, operated by Northwest Bus, arrive at Jeddah Train Station.

Where does the Medina to Al-Balad train arrive?

Medina to Al-Balad train services, operated by Saudi Railways Company (SAR), arrive at Jeddah Airport station.

Can I drive from Medina to Al-Balad?

Yes, the driving distance between Medina to Al-Balad is 412 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Medina to Al-Balad.

Where can I stay near Al-Balad?

There are 1147+ hotels available in Al-Balad.

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There are 5 ways to get from Medina to Al-Balad by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madinah to Jeddah Airporttrain Haramain High Speed
3h 19m
SAR 275–500
Drive 411.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Medina to Al-Baladcar 411.9 km
4h 12m
SAR 87–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Al Madinah Bus Station to Jeddah Train Stationbus
6h 11m
SAR 175–257
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) to Jeddah (JED)plane MED - JED
2. Take the bus from King Abdulaziz Airport to Saptco Bus Stnbus
3h 46m
SAR 410–1,051
Train via Mecca
1. Take the train from Madinah to Makkahtrain Haramain High Speed
2. Take the train from Makkah to Al-Sulimaniyah Jeddah stationtrain Haramain High Speed
3h 30m
SAR 295–625

Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) to Jeddah (JED) flights

39Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

SAR 280Cheapest Price

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Distance: 418 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Medina, Saudi Arabia and Al-Balad, Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Railways Company (SAR) operates a train from Madinah to Jeddah Airport every 3 hours. Tickets cost SAR 85–265 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, Northwest Bus operates a bus from Al Madinah Bus Station to Jeddah Train Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost SAR 100–180 and the journey takes 5h 58m.

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