Riyadh to Al Muharraq by bus
Al Muharraq lies 428 km (266 mi) north-east of Riyadh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 55 min including stops, over roughly 522 km (324 mi) of road.
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| Riyadh | Al Muharraq | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Bahrain |
| Population | 4.2 million | 176,583 |
| Elevation | 612 m (2,008 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Bahrain) |
What changes when you arrive in Al Muharraq
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 Riyadh to Al Muharraq
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Staying in Al Muharraq
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Common questions
How far is Al Muharraq from Riyadh?
428 km (266 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Riyadh; by road roughly 522 km (324 mi).
How long does it take to get from Riyadh to Al Muharraq by bus?
About 7 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Riyadh and Al Muharraq?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Al Muharraq?
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 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.