Buraydah to Makkah by bus
Makkah lies 689 km (428 mi) south-west of Buraydah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 37 min including stops, over roughly 840 km (522 mi) of road.
| Buraydah | Makkah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 745,353 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 606 m (1,988 ft) | 333 m (1,093 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
Where to book buses from Buraydah to Makkah
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Staying in Makkah
Our booking partner lists 596 places to stay in Makkah. Of the 215 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (58), and 27 are five-star. Across 130 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 615,185 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Makkah from Buraydah?
689 km (428 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Buraydah; by road roughly 840 km (522 mi).
How long does it take to get from Buraydah to Makkah by bus?
About 12 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Buraydah and Makkah?
No, both are on Asia/Riyadh at the moment.
Where can I stay in Makkah?
Our booking partner lists 596 places to stay in Makkah, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.