SAR known as Saudi Arabian Railways is preparing for the anticipated demand for providing train tours for the Haramain Express train during the Hajj season of June 2024.
Over 1.6 million seats will be offered by SAR on more than 3,800 train tours, over 100,000 seats more than those offered last year.
The Haramain Express Train is a high-speed electric train that connects Makkah and Madinah, covering a distance of 453 kilometers and reaching speeds of up to 300 kilometers per hour.
Makkah, June 2, 2024. In conjunction with the operational business, Saudi Arabian Railways prepare for the Hajj season this year with anticipation of demand in store for Haramain Express train excursions. With the goal of carrying out more than 3,800 train journeys, they will deliver more than 1.6 million seats, an increase of more than 100,000 seats compared to the previous year. The Haramain Express Train is one of the world's ten fastest electric trains. Equipped with cutting-edge signaling and communication technology, it can reach high speeds of 300 kilometers per hour. The development and extension plans for Saudi Railways place a significant emphasis on this aspect. This project connects the key cities of the Western Region, alleviating traffic congestion in Makkah, Madinah, and Jeddah while also meeting the growing demand to accommodate pilgrims from both within and outside the region.
The Haramain Express Train is a high-speed electric train that travels along a double railway track to connect Makkah and Madinah. Inaugurated in September 2018, the Haramain Express Train stands to be the greatest railway project in the Middle East. The Kingdom formed it to ensure the security of passengers, pilgrims, and performers of Umrah between the two holy places and Jeddah. This Haramain Express Railway project runs from Madinah to Makkah, which is 453 kilometers, from Makkah to Madinah, which is 449 kilometers with a 3.75 km branch to King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah.
