Sakakah to Makkah by bus
Makkah lies 951 km (591 mi) south of Sakakah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 17 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 1,160 km (721 mi) of road.
| Sakakah | Makkah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 128,332 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 555 m (1,821 ft) | 333 m (1,093 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
Where to book buses from Sakakah 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 Sakakah?
951 km (591 mi) in a straight line, south of Sakakah; by road roughly 1,160 km (721 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sakakah to Makkah by bus?
About 17 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sakakah 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
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- 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.