Jeddah to Taif Taxi
Fixed-fare return trip from SAR 700. Drive up the escarpment, spend the day in the cooler air, return the same day. Waiting time included.
- No hidden charges
- Flight tracked
- Pay on arrival
- Licensed drivers
Jeddah Airport to Hotel Fare
All Taif fares are return trips with waiting time included. This is not a one-way price. Your driver takes you to Taif, waits while you explore, and drives you back to Jeddah the same day.
How Pickup Works
- No hidden charges
- Flight tracked
- Pay on arrival
- Licensed drivers
Distance and Journey Time
Jeddah to Taif is approximately 170 km. The drive takes around 2 hours each way via the Taif–Jeddah highway, which climbs from sea level to over 1,800 metres through the Al Hada mountain pass.
The road includes steep gradients and sharp switchbacks through the escarpment. Our drivers run this route regularly and know the road well. The mountain section is one of the most scenic drives in Saudi Arabia.
Most passengers leave Jeddah in the morning, spend 3 to 5 hours in Taif, and return by evening. The total day trip typically runs 8 to 10 hours door to door.
How Your Taif Day Trip Works
1. Send your Jeddah hotel name and preferred departure time on WhatsApp
2. We confirm your driver and a fixed return fare
3. Driver picks you up from your hotel lobby
4. 2-hour drive to Taif through the Al Hada mountain pass
5. Driver waits while you explore — no rush, no meter running
6. Return to your Jeddah hotel the same day
What Is Included
Every Jeddah to Taif return trip includes pickup and drop-off at your Jeddah hotel, the drive both ways through the Al Hada pass, and waiting time in Taif while you explore. There are no additional charges for fuel, tolls, parking or the driver’s waiting hours. The fare you agree on WhatsApp is the complete price for the day.
Why Visit Taif from Jeddah
Taif sits at 1,800 metres above sea level and is noticeably cooler than Jeddah, especially between April and October when the coastal heat is at its strongest. It has been a summer retreat for centuries.
Visitors typically spend their time in the rose farms and perfume souks that Taif is famous for, the historic Shubra Palace, Al Rudaf Park, and the cable car at Al Hada. The old souks sell local honey, dried fruits and Taif rose water.
For pilgrims staying in Jeddah or Makkah, a day trip to Taif is the most popular excursion outside the holy cities. The cooler mountain air and the change of scenery make it a natural break in a longer trip.
Pickup Locations in Jeddah
We pick up from any hotel or residence in Jeddah. The standard fare covers central Jeddah including the Corniche, Al Hamra, Ar Rawdah, the business district and areas near King Abdulaziz International Airport. If your hotel is in Obhur or the far south of the city, send the name on WhatsApp and we confirm whether the standard fare applies.
We can also arrange Taif day trips departing from Makkah hotels. Send your location for a separate quote.
Common Questions:
From SAR 700 for a return trip in a Toyota Camry. This includes the drive both ways and waiting time in Taif. Larger vehicles range from SAR 800 for a Hyundai Staria to SAR 1,500 for a GMC Yukon XL.
Approximately 2 hours each way. The total day trip including time in Taif typically runs 8 to 10 hours.
All pickups are flight-tracked in real-time. If your flight is delayed or arrives early, your driver automatically adjusts the pickup schedule without any extra waiting charge.
Your driver will be waiting inside or directly outside the arrivals hall (Terminal 1 or North Terminal) holding a personalized name board with your name clearly displayed.
Yes, you can conveniently pay the driver in cash (SAR) upon arrival at your hotel door, or pay in advance via bank transfer or card if requested.