Al Kharj to Ar Rifā‘ by bus
Ar Rifā‘ lies 391 km (243 mi) north-east of Al Kharj, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 478 km (297 mi) of road.
| Al Kharj | Ar Rifā‘ | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Bahrain |
| Population | 425,300 | 115,495 |
| Elevation | 438 m (1,437 ft) | 43 m (141 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Bahrain) |
What changes when you arrive in Ar Rifā‘
Crossing from Saudi Arabia into Bahrain: money changes from the Rial to the Dinar (BHD); the dialling code becomes +973; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Where to book buses from Al Kharj to Ar Rifā‘
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Staying in Ar Rifā‘
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Common questions
How far is Ar Rifā‘ from Al Kharj?
391 km (243 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Al Kharj; by road roughly 478 km (297 mi).
How long does it take to get from Al Kharj to Ar Rifā‘ by bus?
About 7 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Al Kharj and Ar Rifā‘?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Ar Rifā‘?
The Dinar (BHD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.