Ar Rifā‘ to Al Kharj by bus
Al Kharj lies 391 km (243 mi) south-west of Ar Rifā‘, 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.
| Ar Rifā‘ | Al Kharj | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bahrain | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 115,495 | 425,300 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 438 m (1,437 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Bahrain) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
What changes when you arrive in Al Kharj
Crossing from Bahrain into Saudi Arabia: money changes from the Dinar to the Rial (SAR); the dialling code becomes +966; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648903.
Where to book buses from Ar Rifā‘ to Al Kharj
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Staying in Al Kharj
Our booking partner lists 21 places to stay in Al Kharj. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 1,047 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Al Kharj
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Common questions
How far is Al Kharj from Ar Rifā‘?
391 km (243 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ar Rifā‘; by road roughly 478 km (297 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ar Rifā‘ to Al Kharj 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 Ar Rifā‘ and Al Kharj?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Al Kharj?
The Rial (SAR).
Where can I stay in Al Kharj?
Our booking partner lists 21 places to stay in Al Kharj, bookable on this site.
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 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.