Cities Near Jeddah
Cities near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: 7 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Mecca, Ash Shafā, Ta’if. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is Mecca, about 41 mi (67 km) away — roughly 1 hr 14 min by road. Below, 7 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mecca | 41 mi / 67 km | 1 hr 14 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ash Shafā | 78 mi / 126 km | 1 hr 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Ta’if | 81 mi / 130 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Al Bahah | 179 mi / 289 km | 4 hr 10 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Port Sudan | 182 mi / 292 km | 4 hr 13 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Yanbu | 193 mi / 311 km | 4 hr 13 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
| Medina | 208 mi / 334 km | 4 hr 32 min | 53 min | Short break |
Day trips from Jeddah
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Mecca, Ash Shafā, Ta’if. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Jeddah
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Al Bahah. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Jeddah include Mecca, Ash Shafā, Ta’if, Al Bahah, Port Sudan. The closest is Mecca, about 41 miles (67 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.