Şabāḩ as Sālim to Hafar Al-Batin by bus
Hafar Al-Batin lies 223 km (139 mi) south-west of Şabāḩ as Sālim, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 15 min including stops, over roughly 272 km (169 mi) of road.
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| Şabāḩ as Sālim | Hafar Al-Batin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kuwait | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 139,163 | 271,642 |
| Elevation | 32 m (105 ft) | 310 m (1,017 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Kuwait) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
What changes when you arrive in Hafar Al-Batin
Crossing from Kuwait into Saudi Arabia: money changes from the Dinar to the Rial (SAR); sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +966; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648903.
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Common questions
How far is Hafar Al-Batin from Şabāḩ as Sālim?
223 km (139 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Şabāḩ as Sālim; by road roughly 272 km (169 mi).
How long does it take to get from Şabāḩ as Sālim to Hafar Al-Batin by bus?
About 4 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Şabāḩ as Sālim and Hafar Al-Batin?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Hafar Al-Batin?
The Rial (SAR).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.