Abu Dhabi, UAE to Riyadh
From Abu Dhabi west along the E11 to Ghuwaifat, into Saudi Arabia at Al Batha and across the desert to Riyadh, with one driver and one car.
A private car with driver from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh is about 850 km and roughly 8 hours of driving, plus border time. The driver collects you anywhere in Abu Dhabi, follows the E11 west to the Ghuwaifat–Al Batha crossing and continues to your Riyadh address. Vehicle border crossing fees are included in the fixed fare.
- Distance
- ~850 km
- Driving
- ~8h
- Crossing
- Ghuwaifat – Al Batha crossing
- Best for
- Abu Dhabi residents with Riyadh business, families
Abu Dhabi, UAE to Riyadh, stop by stop
Pickup
Start
Abu Dhabi
Corniche, Saadiyat, Yas, Khalifa City or your home.
West
E11 through Al Dhafra
The coastal highway to the Saudi border.
Border
Ghuwaifat → Al Batha
UAE exit and Saudi entry, in person.
Saudi leg
Across to Riyadh
North-west across the desert.
Drop-off
≈ km 850
Riyadh
Home, hotel, office or King Khalid International Airport (RUH).
Every passenger completes their own exit and entry checks at Ghuwaifat – Al Batha crossing. Border processing time varies and is never guaranteed, so we build margin into the pickup time.
Arriving in Riyadh from Abu Dhabi
Give us the exact address, or your flight time if you are heading to RUH.
Business districts
KAFD, Olaya and the Diplomatic Quarter.
Homes and compounds
Anywhere in Riyadh.
RUH airport
For onward flights.
Who books this route
- Government and business visitors. Executive sedan between the two capitals with a written quote.
- Families with luggage. One SUV or van instead of two airports.
Choose your vehicle
Executive sedanSolo travellers and couples, business trips Quote
Full-size SUVFamilies, more luggage, long desert stretches Quote
VanGroups and heavy luggage Quote
Vehicles come from our vetted partner network. The car for your date is confirmed as eligible to cross before we send the fare.
Planning tips for this route
- Prefer to fly?. For one traveller with light luggage, flying is faster. The car suits groups and luggage.
Included in your fare
- One fixed fare in writing — no meter, no surge
- Border crossing fees for the vehicle included in the fare
- 15–30 minutes of free waiting on every trip
- English- and Arabic-speaking drivers
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Pay cash to the driver or by bank transfer
Documents for Ghuwaifat – Al Batha crossing
- A valid passport (or the ID your nationality may use for this crossing) for every passenger, including children.
- The right to enter the destination country — visa, eVisa or exemption, depending on nationality.
- Saudi residents: a valid exit and re-entry visa where it applies.
- Requirements change. Confirm current entry rules with official sources before you travel — we do not arrange visas or immigration.
Abu Dhabi, UAE to Riyadh: your questions
How long is the drive from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh?
About 8 hours of driving for roughly 850 km via Ghuwaifat–Al Batha, plus border time and stops.
Can you pick me up anywhere in Abu Dhabi?
Yes — the Corniche, Saadiyat, Yas Island, Khalifa City or any address in the city.
Are border crossing fees included?
Yes, vehicle border crossing fees are included in the fixed fare.
What do I need to enter Saudi Arabia?
A valid passport or accepted ID and the right to enter Saudi Arabia for every passenger. Check official sources before travel — we do not arrange visas.
Get your Abu Dhabi, UAE to Riyadh quote
Send the details. We confirm an eligible vehicle and reply on WhatsApp with one fixed fare, border crossing fees included.
Trip type
Where should we send your quote?
Final pricing depends on route, vehicle, date, and passengers — confirmed with you directly before booking.
Private Transportation Only·Every booking is your own private vehicle and professional chauffeur.
Corporate invoicing can be arranged through our sister company.