Riyadh to Dammam

Riyadh to Dammam

Riyadh
Dammam
Fri, Sep 4
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Riyadh to Dammam Destination Reviews

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Christopher W
I never got on the train as you sent me to the wrong station and the ticket was never confirmed. Totally confusing process!
Riyadh to Dammam, Train Business Class, SAR Train, Aug 30, 2026
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Mely M
Scam, ticket not recognised.
Riyadh to Dammam, Train Economy Class, SAR Train, Jun 16, 2026
MM
Muhmen M
Good and fast
Riyadh to Dammam, Bus Standard, SAT Trans Bus, May 31, 2026
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Riyadh to Dammam Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
SAR East Train
Economy Class
11:04
15:01
$46.00
Train
SAR East Train
Business
11:04
15:01
$72.00
Train
SAR East Train
Economy Class
16:28
20:25
$46.00
Train
SAR East Train
Business
16:28
20:25
$72.00
Bus
SAT
Standard
17:30
23:30
$29.04
Bus
SAT
Standard
19:00
01:00
$29.04
Bus
SAT
Standard
21:00
03:00
$29.04
Train
SAR East Train
Economy Class
21:21
01:18
$46.00
Train
SAR East Train
Business
21:21
01:18
$72.00
Train
SAR East Train
Economy Class
22:44
02:41
$46.00
Train
SAR East Train
Business
22:44
02:41
$72.00
Bus
SAT
Standard
23:00
05:00
$29.04

How to get from Riyadh to Dammam

Travelling between Riyadh and Dammam is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 343.78 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 53.25.

How long does it take to get from Riyadh to Dammam?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 14 hours to travel between Riyadh and Dammam depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Riyadh and Dammam. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 5m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 13h 5m to reach Dammam.

How much does it cost to get from Riyadh to Dammam?

Travelling between Riyadh and Dammam can be as cheap as USD 53.25 if you opt for a Flyadeal flight and as expensive as USD 343.78 if you buy a Saudi Arabian Airlines flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Riyadh and Dammam ?

  • 88 from Riyadh to Dammam starting from 01:00 Riyadh Airport until 23:55 Riyadh Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Riyadh to Dammam.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Riyadh to Dammam, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 53.33.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Riyadh and Dammam

Flyadeal, Flyadeal, Flyadeal, Flynas, Flynas, Flynas, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Riyadh to Dammam overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Riyadh and Dammam

Darb AlWatan, SAT, SAT Trans Bus

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Riyadh and Dammam

Al Buraq Land Transport, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Riyadh to Dammam?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 81% took a train
  • 17% opted for a bus
  • 2% decided to fly

Transportation from Riyadh to Dammam

Facts about the transport from Riyadh to Dammam

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure1:00 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day88
Distance921 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAl Buraq Land Transport, Darb AlWatan, Flyadeal, Flyadeal, Flyadeal, Flynas, Flynas, Flynas, SAR East Train, SAR Train, SAT, SAT Trans Bus, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines