Madinah to Makkah by train
Makkah lies 339 km (211 mi) south of Madinah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 52 min at the speeds typical of Saudi Arabia rail, over roughly 414 km (257 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Madinah | Makkah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 1.3 million | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 603 m (1,978 ft) | 333 m (1,093 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
| Stations on record | Medina railway station, Madinah Station | Makkah Railway Station |
Where to book trains from Madinah 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 Madinah?
339 km (211 mi) in a straight line, south of Madinah; by road roughly 414 km (257 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madinah to Makkah by train?
About 4 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madinah 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
- 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.