What is the cheapest way to get from Riyadh to Kuwait?

The cheapest way to get from Riyadh to Kuwait is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 8h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riyadh to Kuwait?

The fastest way to get from Riyadh to Kuwait is to line 4 subway and fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $80 - $160.

How far is it from Riyadh to Kuwait?

The distance between Riyadh and Kuwait is 540 km. The road distance is 628.5 km.

How long does it take to get from Riyadh to Kuwait?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Riyadh to Kuwait, including transfers.

Can I drive from Riyadh to Kuwait?

Yes, the driving distance between Riyadh to Kuwait is 628 km. It takes approximately 8h 11m to drive from Riyadh to Kuwait.

Where can I stay near Kuwait?

There are 125+ hotels available in Kuwait.

Riyadh to Kuwait - 3 ways to travel via line 4 subway, plane, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Riyadh to Kuwait by subway, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 4 subway, fly to Kuwait International Airport
best
1. Take the subway from Kafd to Airport T3-4
2. Fly from Riyadh (RUH) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)RUH - KWI
4h 53m
$80–156
Drive 628.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Riyadh to Kuwait City628.5 km
8h 11m
$36–51
Fly to Al Qaisumah/Hafr Al Batin Airport, drive
1. Fly from Riyadh (RUH) to Al Qaisumah/Hafr Al Batin Airport (AQI)RUH - AQI
2. Drive from Al Qaisumah/Hafr Al Batin Airport (AQI) to Al Jahrā’
6h 23m
$99–343

Riyadh (RUH) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) flights

63Weekly Planes

1h 32mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 539.8 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait?

There is no direct connection from Riyadh to Kuwait. However, you can take the line 1 subway to Kafd, take the line 4 subway to Airport T3-4, walk to Riyadh-Airport-RUH airport, fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI), then take the taxi to Farwaniya. Alternatively, you can drive from Riyadh to Kuwait City in around 8h 11m.

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