Madinah Taxi Service - Fixed Fares from 100 SR | Ziyarah Taxi
Private Taxi in Madinah | Nabawi Hotel Zone, Masjid Quba, Mount Uhud & Ziyarat Tours
Madinah Taxi Fares 2026
| Zone / Service | Sedan | Staria (7) | Hiace (11) | GMC | GMC XL | Coaster (19) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nabawi hotel zone (walkable, 1-3 km) | 100 SR | 150 SR | 200 SR | 250 SR | 250 SR | 300 SR |
| City centre / outer hotels (3-8 km) | 125 SR | 150 SR | 200 SR | 250 SR | 250 SR | 300 SR |
| Masjid Quba return trip | 100 SR | 150 SR | 200 SR | 250 SR | 250 SR | 300 SR |
| Mount Uhud round trip (martyrs’ site) | 100 SR | 150 SR | 200 SR | 250 SR | 250 SR | 300 SR |
| Waiting driver per hour (return/ziyarah) | 80 SR | 100 SR | 125 SR | 175 SR | 175 SR | 225 SR |
| In-town ziyarah circuit (Baqi, Qiblatain, Ghamama, Seven Mosques) | Same zone rates above | Same zone rates | Same zone rates | Same zone rates | Same zone rates | Same zone rates |
| Ziyarat standard 3-h tour | 250 SR | 300 SR | 350 SR | 450 SR | 500 SR | 550 SR |
| Ziyarat per hour (no guide) | 80 SR | 100 SR | 125 SR | 175 SR | 175 SR | 225 SR |
| Haramain station pickup (meet at station) | 100 SR | 150 SR | 200 SR | 250 SR | 250 SR | 300 SR |
Licensed guide add-on: standard 3-h tour +200 SR half-day +350 SR full-day +500 SR (fluent English & Arabic).
Available Vehicles - Madinah Taxi
Sedan - from 100 SR
Staria (7) - from 150 SR
Hiace (11) - from 200 SR
GMC - from 250 SR
GMC XL - from 250 SR
Coaster (19) - from 300 SR
Getting Around Madinah
Madinah is the second holiest city in Islam – the Prophet’s Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi) with the Rawdah and the Green Dome at its centre – and the mix is in-town transfers, return trips to historic mosques (Masjid Quba, Masjid Qiblatain), landmark visits (Mount Uhud martyrs’ site, Masjid Ghamama, the Seven Mosques), and ziyarat day tours covering the sacred sites. Everything runs on fixed, per-vehicle fares with a driver who waits at each stop.
Madinah Ziyarat Tours
Standard 3-hour tour covering the key sacred sites: Sedan 250 / Staria 300 / Hiace 350 / GMC 450 / GMC XL 500 / Coaster 550 SR. Want a licensed guide (English + Arabic)? Add-on: +200 SR standard, +350 SR half-day, +500 SR full-day. See Madinah Ziyarat Tours for booking.
Madinah attractions & how to reach them
| Attraction | Distance / time | Best vehicle | Book this trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Masjid an-Nabawi / Rawdah | City centre – walk | Sedan | Book |
| Jannat al-Baqi | Adjacent east side – walk | Sedan | Book |
| Masjid Quba | ~3-4 km SW / 10-15 min | Sedan return + wait | Book |
| Mount Uhud (martyrs’ site) | ~4-5 km N / 10-25 min | Sedan round trip + wait | Book |
| Masjid Qiblatain | ~5 km NW / 10-15 min | Sedan | Book |
| Masjid Ghamama | ~1 km NW / 5-10 min | Sedan | Book |
| Seven Mosques (Sabi’ Masajid) | ~5 km N / 10-15 min | Sedan | Book |
| Miqat Dhul Hulayfah (Bir Ali) | ~7 km SW / 10-15 min | Sedan | Book |
| Dar Al Madinah Museum | ~2 km NE / 5-10 min | Sedan | Book |
| Ziyarah day tour (multiple sites) | 3 h standard / half or full day | Sedan or Staria | See ziyarah page |
| Full Madinah planner | 1-3 days | Any vehicle | See travel guide |
Good to Know for Madinah
Entry rules – Muslims only. Non-Muslims may not enter Madinah’s central Haram area (the Central Area around the Prophet’s Mosque) – enforced at checkpoints on all approach roads. All visitors need a valid visa (Hajj, Umrah or Saudi eVisa) and a free Nusuk permit for Umrah entry.
Haramain high-speed rail: Madinah’s station is ~11.5 km from the Prophet’s Mosque (~17 min). We provide station pickups – we meet you at arrivals and bring you to your hotel (sedan from 100 SR). For station drop-offs, Uber or Careem serve the station reliably and are the more economical choice.
Miqat Dhul Hulayfah (Bir Ali): the nearest Miqat for entering ihram when departing Madinah for Umrah or Hajj. ~7 km south-west of the city. Fixed fare from the 100 SR zone.
Prayer times: Fajr ~4:30-5:30, Dhuhr ~12:15, Asr ~3:30-3:50, Maghrib ~6:15-6:45, Isha ~7:45-8:15 – the shift daily; check Nusuk or alharamain.gov.sa.
Best time to visit: October – March for comfortable weather. The busiest periods are Ramadan (last 10 nights) and the Hajj season (~late May-early June).
Airport arrival: MED Airport is ~15 km / 25-30 min from the city centre – sedan from 150 SR fixed. See Madinah Airport Taxi.
Mount Uhud visit: the site of the 625 CE battle is ~4-5 km north. Our round trip (100 SR sedan) includes waiting at the base while you visit the Martyrs’ Cemetery and the Mount Uhud Museum. The site is open daily; best visited before Fajr or after Asr to avoid the heat.
Madinah Taxi vs Uber & Other Options
| Option | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ziyarah Taxi private | 24/7, pre-booked | Fixed fare from 100 SR, door-to-door, full per-vehicle table, driver waits at sites, available everywhere in Madinah |
| Uber / Careem | App-based, dynamic pricing | Available in Madinah – cheaper for very short rides like station drop-off, but surge pricing at prayer times and no return-trip/waiting guarantee |
| Metered local taxi | Hail on street / stands | Variable pricing, no fixed table, no guarantee of availability during peak Ramadaan periods |
| Haramain Express (to JED/Makkah) | Train from Madinah station | Good for JED-Makkah corridor but station is ~11.5 km from the Prophet’s Mosque – you still need a cab for the last leg |
How to Book Your Madinah Taxi
Booking takes under a minute:
- Send a WhatsApp message with your pickup point in Madinah, destination and time.
- Get an instant fixed quote – from 100 SR for a Nabawi zone ride, 100 SR for Quba return, or your choice from the full rate grid above.
- For ziyarat tours, pick a standard 3-hour loop or custom half/full day; add a licensed guide if preferred.
- Meet your driver at your hotel and pay by card or cash.
Why Book With Ziyarah Taxi?
- Fixed prices from 100 SR – per vehicle, not per person; no meter, no surge, a full rate card for every vehicle class and every Madinah zone.
- Published zone bands – Nabawi zone 100 SR, city centre 125 SR, Quba return 100 SR, Uhud round trip 100 SR – the only complete per-vehicle Madinah table on the field.
- Masjid Quba return – 100 SR sedan, driver waits, you pray and ride back.
- Mount Uhud ready – round trip from 100 SR with waiting at the martyrs’ site.
- Ziyarat tours with licensed guides – standard 3-hour loop, half & full day options; guide add-on from +200 SR (fluent English & Arabic).
- Tourist depth – every attraction row links its guide in our Madinah blog cluster (Quba, Nabawi, Uhud guides), so you plan the stops, we handle the car.
- Haramain station pickup – from 100 SR sedan; we recommend Uber for cheaper station drop-offs (available in Madinah).
- Meet & greet at your hotel lobby with name board included. Flight tracking for airport arrivals included.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi in Madinah?
From 100 SR per vehicle for the Nabawi hotel zone. The full per-vehicle table with 6 zones covering Masjid Quba, Mount Uhud, in-town ziyarah circuit and the train station is published on this page. Fares are per vehicle, not per person.
Is there a fixed-rate taxi in Madinah?
Yes, with us. Ziyarah Taxi publishes a complete per-vehicle Madinah rate card – most local operators show a single from price or ask you to contact them.
Is Uber available in Madinah?
Yes – Uber and Careem operate in Madinah. For a station drop-off we recommend them (they serve the Haramain station reliably). For return trips with waiting (Masjid Quba, Mount Uhud, ziyarah tours), our fixed-price fare including waiting time is the better value.
How do I get from Madinah Airport to my hotel?
150 SR sedan (200 Staria / 250 Hiace / 300 GMC / 300 GMC XL / 350 Coaster) for the ~15 km / ~25-30 min run. See Madinah Airport Taxi.
What is the nearest Miqat for Umrah from Madinah?
Dhul Hulayfah (Bir Ali) – ~7 km south-west of the city, the standard Miqat for pilgrims departing Madinah. Fixed fare from the 100 SR zone.
How do I book a Madinah ziyarah tour?
Standard 3-hour tour: Sedan 250 / Staria 300 / Hiace 350 / GMC 450 / GMC XL 500 / Coaster 550 SR. Add a licensed English & Arabic guide: +200 SR. See Madinah Ziyarah page for full details.
Can I get a taxi to Mount Uhud with waiting?
Yes – round trip from 100 SR sedan including driver waiting at the martyrs’ site while you visit the cemetery and museum. If staying longer than the standard visit window, waiting is charged per hour (80 SR sedan, 100 Staria, 125 Hiace, 175 GMC/XL, 225 Coaster).
How do I get to the Haramain train station from my hotel?
We pick you up from the station (meet at arrivals) at a fixed fare from 100 SR sedan. For hotel to station journeys we recommend Uber or Careem. See Madinah to Haramain station taxi.
Do you offer guided ziyarah tours?
Yes – licensed guides fluent in English and Arabic. Standard 3-hour tour: +200 SR. Half-day: +350 SR. Full-day: +500 SR.
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Ready to Book Your Madinah Taxi?
Fixed fares from 100 SR per vehicle, 24/7, door-to-door – the only complete per-vehicle Madinah rate card on the field. Masjid Quba return from 100 SR, Mount Uhud round trip from 100 SR, ziyarat tours from 250 SR with optional licensed guide. Send us a message and your driver will be waiting.