About Al Khobar — Eastern Province's Commercial Capital
Al Khobar (Arabic: الخبر) is Saudi Arabia's most cosmopolitan city and the second-largest in the Eastern Province, located 20 km south of Dammam on the Arabian Gulf coast. With a population of approximately 1 million, Al Khobar is the primary residential hub for expatriate professionals working at Saudi Aramco, SABIC, and the hundreds of multinational companies operating in the Eastern Province.
Al Khobar is most famous for being the Saudi end of the King Fahd Causeway — the 25 km bridge connecting Saudi Arabia to Bahrain. The causeway entrance (Al Khobar Causeway Gate) is just 15 km from the city centre, making Bahrain a popular day trip and weekend destination for Khobar residents.
Al Khobar — Key Areas & Attractions
Al Khobar Corniche
A beautifully landscaped waterfront promenade stretching along the Arabian Gulf coast with parks, sculptures, walking tracks, and seafood restaurants. The iconic Khobar Water Tower is the city's most recognisable landmark.
Half Moon Bay Beach Resort
35 km south of Al Khobar, Half Moon Bay is the Eastern Province's most popular beach destination — a crescent-shaped Arabian Gulf bay with private resorts, chalets, jet skiing, and waterfront dining.
King Fahd Causeway Gateway
The causeway to Bahrain begins just 15 km from Khobar city centre. Bahrain is the most popular weekend destination for Khobar residents, with the full crossing taking 1–1.5 hours by private taxi.
Dhahran Mall & Al Rashid Mall
Khobar and Dhahran have some of the best shopping malls in the Eastern Province, including the professional Dhahran Mall and Al Rashid Mall — major retail and dining destinations.
Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Street (Restaurant Row)
Al Khobar's leading dining street, lined with international restaurants, coffee shops, and cafés catering to the city's large expat and business community.
Al Khobar Business District
Al Khobar's downtown is home to dozens of multinational company offices, banks, and professional service firms supporting the Eastern Province's oil & gas sector.
All Taxi Routes from Al Khobar
60 km · 45 min · Meet & Greet
65 km · 1–1.5 hrs · Border included
35 km · 30–40 min · Beach resort
60 km · 50 min · Aramco / SABIC
15 km · 15–20 min · KFUPM
380 km · 3.5 hrs · Saudi Capital
380 km · 5–6 hrs · Via Salwa border
940 km · 9–10 hrs · Via Al Batha
Frequently Asked Questions — Al Khobar Taxi
How far is Al Khobar from Dammam Airport?
60 km · 45 minutes by private taxi. We provide airport pickups with meet & greet at the arrivals hall, 60-minute free wait, and all parking fees included.
How do I get from Al Khobar to Bahrain by taxi?
We pick you up from your Al Khobar hotel, home, or office and deliver you to any destination in Bahrain via the King Fahd Causeway (65 km, 1–1.5 hours). All causeway tolls are included in the fixed fare.
Is Al Khobar close to Half Moon Bay?
Yes — Half Moon Bay is just 35 km south of Al Khobar (30–40 minutes by taxi). It's the most popular beach for Khobar, Dhahran, and Dammam residents.
Can I get a taxi from Al Khobar to Dubai or Abu Dhabi?
Yes. We provide long-distance road transfers from Al Khobar to all UAE emirates via the Al Batha-Ghuwaifat Saudi-UAE border. Dubai is approximately 9–10 hours; Abu Dhabi is 8.5–9.5 hours.