Ar Rifā‘ to Khobar by bus
Khobar lies 38 km (24 mi) north-west of Ar Rifā‘, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 56 min including stops, over roughly 47 km (29 mi) of road.
| Ar Rifā‘ | Khobar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bahrain | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 115,495 | 165,799 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Bahrain) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
What changes when you arrive in Khobar
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 Khobar
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Staying in Khobar
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Common questions
How far is Khobar from Ar Rifā‘?
38 km (24 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ar Rifā‘; by road roughly 47 km (29 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ar Rifā‘ to Khobar by bus?
About 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ar Rifā‘ and Khobar?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Khobar?
The Rial (SAR).
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.