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Tabuk to AlUla — Distance & Drive Time Guide

Updated May 2026 • 5 min read

TL;DR

  • 📍 Distance: ~330 km
  • ⏱ Drive time: 3.5 – 4 hours
  • 🛣 Route: Route 375 south via Tayma
  • ⛽ Fuel stops: Tabuk → Al Bad (85 km) → Tayma (230 km)
  • 📷 Speed limit: 120 km/h — cameras frequent

Key Numbers at a Glance

330 km
Total distance
3.5–4 hrs
Drive time
120 km/h
Speed limit
2 fuel stops
En route

Milestone Map: Tabuk to AlUla

0 km
0 min
Tabuk City Centre
Start here. Fill fuel — last major station for 85 km.
45 km
30 min
Tabuk City Outskirts
Highway opens up. Speed limit 120 km/h, cameras active.
85 km
50 min
Al Bad Town
Small town, basic fuel and snacks. Optional stop.
160 km
1h 40min
Sharma Coastal Area
NEOM region begins. Side roads restricted. Stay on Route 375.
230 km
2h 20min
Tayma Oasis Town
Recommended stop. Fuel, food, toilets. Historic oasis with ancient ruins.
290 km
3h 00min
Hejaz Region Entry
Landscape shifts. Sandstone formations begin. AlUla getting close.
330 km
3h 30min
AlUla City Centre
Arrival. Hotels, Old Town, Hegra entrance 15 km north.

Tayma — Worth a Stop?

Tayma is an ancient oasis city roughly halfway between Tabuk and AlUla. It has been inhabited for over 3,000 years and contains ruins, a historic well (Bi'r Hadaj), and a small museum. If you have time, it's worth 30–45 minutes.

What to see in Tayma

  • Bi'r Hadaj — ancient stone well, one of the largest in Arabia
  • Tayma Museum — small but informative
  • Old city walls and ruins
  • Palm groves and oasis atmosphere

Practical notes

  • Fuel station on the main highway
  • Restaurants and cafes available
  • Museum has limited hours — check before visiting
  • Adds ~45 min to total journey time

Road Tips for Tabuk to AlUla

Leave Tabuk by 7am
This gets you to AlUla by 11am — enough time to visit Hegra before the afternoon heat peaks above 35°C in warmer months.
No shortcuts across the desert
Do not attempt off-road shortcuts. The terrain between the highway and AlUla is loose sand and gravel. Stick to Route 375.
Speed cameras are everywhere
Saudi traffic cameras log every vehicle automatically. A SAR 600 fine for 130 km/h in a 120 zone is not worth it. Set cruise control.
Download offline maps
Signal drops in several stretches. Google Maps offline mode covers this route well. Download before leaving Tabuk.
Book Hegra tickets in advance
The main AlUla attraction — Hegra (Mada'in Salih) — requires pre-booked tickets through the Experience AlUla app. Walk-ins are often turned away.

Skip the drive — hire a driver

A private driver from Tabuk to AlUla costs SAR 600–900 one-way. You arrive relaxed, no navigation stress, no fuel worries.

WhatsApp: Book Tabuk → AlUla Driver

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Tabuk from AlUla?

Tabuk is approximately 330 km from AlUla by road, taking Route 375 south through Tayma. The straight-line distance is shorter, but there is no direct shortcut road.

How long does it take to drive from Tabuk to AlUla?

The drive takes 3.5 to 4 hours depending on traffic, checkpoints, and driving speed. Speed cameras limit you to 120 km/h on the main highway. Budget 4 hours to be safe, especially if you stop in Tayma.

What road do you take from Tabuk to AlUla?

The main route is Route 375 heading southeast from Tabuk. It passes through Al Bad, Sharma, and Tayma before reaching AlUla. Google Maps and Apple Maps both correctly route this journey.

Are there fuel stations on the Tabuk to AlUla road?

Fuel stations are available in Tabuk city, the town of Al Bad (around 85 km), and Tayma (around 230 km). There are long desert stretches with no services in between. Always start with a full tank from Tabuk.

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