Day trip from Ar Rifā‘ to Al Muharraq
Al Muharraq lies 15 km (9 mi) north of Ar Rifā‘, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 15 km (9 mi) apart, Al Muharraq is a realistic day trip from Ar Rifā‘: about 15 min each way by road.
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| Ar Rifā‘ | Al Muharraq | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bahrain | Bahrain |
| Population | 115,495 | 176,583 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Bahrain) | UTC+3 (Asia/Bahrain) |
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Common questions
How far is Al Muharraq from Ar Rifā‘?
15 km (9 mi) in a straight line, north of Ar Rifā‘; by road roughly 19 km (12 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ar Rifā‘ to Al Muharraq by road?
About 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ar Rifā‘ and Al Muharraq?
No, both are on Asia/Bahrain at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.