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Madain Saleh (AlHijr)

How To Reach Madain Saleh Alhijr

How to Reach Al Madain Saleh (AlHijr), Al Ula, Saudi Arabia

By Air: The closest airport to Al Madain Saleh is the Al Ula International Airport (ULH). There are direct flights to Al Ula from major cities such as Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam in Saudi Arabia. Once you arrive at the airport, you can rent a car or take a taxi to reach Madain Saleh, which is approximately 35 kilometers away.
By Road: Al Ula can be accessed by car or bus from various cities within Saudi Arabia. The city is well-connected by highways, and the journey offers a scenic route through the desert landscape. Bus services, such as SAPTCO, offer routes from major cities to Al Ula.
By Train: The Haramain High-Speed Railway has plans to extend its services to include Al Ula, but currently, there is no train service directly to the site. However, travelers can take the train to nearby cities such as Medina or Tabuk and then continue the journey to Al Ula by road.

Please note that access to archaeological sites like Madain Saleh requires permission from the Saudi government, and visitors must comply with local rules and regulations.

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