SAR (Saudi Arabia Railways) Train 61 connects Riyadh to Dammam on the Arabian Gulf coast, covering 480 km in approximately 4h30m across the Rub al Khali (Empty Quarter) fringes. This is Saudi Arabia's oldest railway, operated since 1951, and serves the petrochemical industrial heartland of the Eastern Province.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riyadh King Abdulaziz Station Riyadh |
| End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Saudi Arabia railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
SAR (Saudi Arabia Railways) Train 61 connects Riyadh to Dammam on the Arabian Gulf coast, covering 480 km in approximately 4h30m across the Rub al Khali (Empty Quarter) fringes. This is Saudi Arabia's oldest railway, operated since 1951, and serves the petrochemical industrial heartland of the Eastern Province. As a express train, it is a scheduled express service running on a fixed timetable across multiple states or regions.
SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam runs on every day of the week, with the timetable above showing the scheduled departure time at each intermediate stop. The route serves 1 intermediate stations end-to-end.
SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam offers 2 travel classes: Economy, Business. The lowest published fare is SAR 90 for Economy, while the highest-class fare is SAR 180 for Business. Higher-class fares typically include wider seating, better climate control, and on many long-distance services include meals or refreshments. Travel class fare differences also reflect coach configuration — for example sleeper berths convert to flat beds for overnight travel, while seated coach classes use forward-facing reclining seats arranged 2+2 or 2+1 across the aisle. Check the per-class fare table on this page for the current published price by class.
Tickets for SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam are sold by SAR through the official booking portal at sar.com.sa. Online booking typically opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on the operator and service type. Booking early gives access to the cheapest advance discount fares which can be 30–80% cheaper than walk-up tickets at the station. Tickets are also available at station booking offices and from authorised travel agents and ticket resellers. Most operators accept payment by credit card, debit card, and digital wallet.
On the day of travel, arrive at the originating station at least 30–45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. This gives time to locate the correct platform (platform number is announced on station information displays 20–60 minutes before departure), find your reserved coach (coach numbers are marked along the platform edge at major stations), and board with your luggage. Always cross-check the platform number against your e-ticket or seat reservation before boarding — multiple trains can depart within a short window from adjacent platforms during peak periods.
This SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam page is part of the TrainsTracking Saudi Arabia timetable collection covering passenger rail services across the SAR network. Schedule data is verified daily against the official operator timetable, and fare information reflects the most recent published tariff. TrainsTracking is an information platform and does not process bookings or payments — all ticket purchases are completed directly through sar.com.sa. For real-time delay information, platform changes, and same-day cancellations, always check station displays or the official operator app immediately before travel.
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Book SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam tickets at sar.com.sa, the official SAR portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
Book NowVisit any SAR booking office in person. Staff can help with seat selection, group bookings, and special assistance. Book early for popular departure times and holidays.
Contact SAR for schedule information, delay updates, and booking assistance via their official website or station helpdesk.
Visit SARThe full SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam timetable is shown in the schedule table above with departure times at every stop. Confirm timings with SAR before travel as schedules can change between annual timetable revisions.
SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam fares start from approximately SAR 90 for Economy class and go up to SAR 180 for Business. Higher-class fares include wider seating, climate control, and on long-distance services may include meals. Book through sar.com.sa for the latest published fares and to check current seat availability.
Tickets for SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam are sold through sar.com.sa, the official SAR booking platform. Online booking opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on operator. Book in advance for the cheapest available fares. Tickets can also be purchased at station booking offices during opening hours, typically 08:00–20:00 daily.
SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam makes 1 scheduled stop along its route. The journey starts at Riyadh King Abdulaziz Station and ends at Riyadh King Abdulaziz Station. Major intermediate stops include the stations listed in the timetable above. The full stop sequence with arrival and departure times is shown in the table above.
SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam running days are shown in the hero section at the top of this page (badges indicate which days of the week the train operates). Some long-distance services run daily while others operate only on specific days (typically weekday-only or weekend-only). Operating days can change with the annual timetable revision (usually December) so verify current running days with SAR before booking, particularly for trips planned more than 6 months ahead.
Yes, sar.com.sa typically accepts international debit and credit cards from major card networks. Some operators require a local phone number for SMS confirmation — check the booking requirements before starting your reservation. Booking platforms display fares in the local currency of the operator.
SAR Intercity Riyadh–Dammam offers 2 travel classes: Economy, Business. Economy or standard classes have reserved numbered seats at the lowest fare. Premium classes (business, first class, sleeper) add wider seats, climate control, and on overnight services berths for lying flat. The fare table on this page lists current published prices for each class.
Platform numbers are not pre-published — they are announced on station information displays between 20 and 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Arrive early at the originating station to check the platform allocation displays. At larger stations, platform numbers can also be viewed on the operator's app. If the train is delayed or rescheduled, the platform may change at short notice — always verify against station displays immediately before boarding.
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