Day trip from Dammam to Ar Rifā‘
Ar Rifā‘ lies 56 km (35 mi) south-east of Dammam, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 56 km (35 mi) apart, Ar Rifā‘ is a realistic day trip from Dammam: about 55 min each way by road.
| Dammam | Ar Rifā‘ | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Bahrain |
| Population | 1.3 million | 115,495 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 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 tours and tickets in Ar Rifā‘
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Staying in Ar Rifā‘
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Common questions
How far is Ar Rifā‘ from Dammam?
56 km (35 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Dammam; by road roughly 69 km (43 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dammam to Ar Rifā‘ by road?
About 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dammam 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 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.