Cities Near Riyadh
Cities near Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: 7 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Al Kharj, Ad Dawādimī, Az Zulfī. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is Al Kharj, about 53 mi (86 km) away — roughly 1 hr 36 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Kharj | 53 mi / 86 km | 1 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ad Dawādimī | 147 mi / 236 km | 3 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Az Zulfī | 163 mi / 262 km | 3 hr 47 min | 48 min | Weekend getaway |
| Al Mithnab | 176 mi / 283 km | 4 hr 5 min | 49 min | Weekend getaway |
| Al Hufūf | 185 mi / 298 km | 4 hr 19 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Buraydah | 205 mi / 330 km | 4 hr 29 min | 53 min | Short break |
| Ar Rass | 217 mi / 350 km | 4 hr 45 min | 54 min | Short break |
Day trips from Riyadh
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Al Kharj. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Riyadh
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Ad Dawādimī, Az Zulfī, Al Mithnab. 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 Riyadh include Al Kharj, Ad Dawādimī, Az Zulfī, Al Mithnab, Al Hufūf. The closest is Al Kharj, about 53 miles (86 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.