Driving from Riyadh to Najrān
Najrān lies 844 km (524 mi) south of Riyadh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 12 h 52 min without stops, over roughly 1,030 km (640 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Riyadh | Najrān | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 4.2 million | 505,652 |
| Elevation | 612 m (2,008 ft) | 1,310 m (4,298 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
Where to book car hire from Riyadh to Najrān
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Staying in Najrān
Our booking partner lists 15 places to stay in Najran. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 1-star (5). Across 11 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 3,448 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Najrān
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Common questions
How far is Najrān from Riyadh?
844 km (524 mi) in a straight line, south of Riyadh; by road roughly 1,030 km (640 mi).
How long does it take to get from Riyadh to Najrān by car?
About 12 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Riyadh and Najrān?
No, both are on Asia/Riyadh at the moment.
Where can I stay in Najrān?
Our booking partner lists 15 places to stay in Najran, 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.