Routes and stations
The East Train runs between Riyadh and Dammam on a double-track line. Trains stop at Hofuf in Al Ahsa and at Abqaiq. Riyadh to Hofuf takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and Riyadh to Dammam about 3.5 to 4 hours.
The North Train runs about 1,250 km from Riyadh to Qurayyat near the Jordanian border. It calls at Majmaah, Qassim, Hail and Al Jouf. Approximate times from Riyadh are 2.5 hours to Qassim, 4.5 hours to Hail and under 8 hours to Al Jouf. There are day trains and night trains.
SAR serves 10 stations on these two lines. The North and East trains use different stations in Riyadh, so check the station name on your ticket.
Tickets and fares
All SAR trains are fully reserved. You must buy a ticket with a seat before boarding.
SAR lists starting fares of SAR 35 for Hofuf to Dammam, SAR 80 for Riyadh to Qassim, SAR 90 for Dammam to Riyadh and SAR 125 for Riyadh to Hail. Business class and longer trips cost more. Fares change with date and demand.
Add-ons include extra baggage, meals and station lounge access. Some North line night trains have private sleeper cabins.
How to book
Book on sar.com.sa (choose English if you need it), in the SAR app or at station ticket counters. Online and early bookings are usually cheaper than buying at the station.
You can choose your seat and add extra baggage or food when you book. Carry the same ID or passport you used for the booking.
Tips for travellers
North line trains are less frequent than East line trains, and some routes run only on certain days. Check the timetable on the SAR journey planner before you plan your trip.
Read the SAR baggage policy before you travel. If you carry more than the free allowance, buy extra baggage online in advance.
SAR also runs the Haramain high-speed line in the west. There is no direct train between Riyadh and Jeddah yet.
Last checked: October 2026. Fares and timetables change, so confirm on the official website before you travel.
