Riyadh to Oman Bus Service Launched

Update (12 November 2026): This Muscat–Riyadh service started on 22 February 2024 and is run by Oman’s Al Khanjry Transport. The timings, fare and stops below are what the operator announced at launch. We could not confirm the current schedule, so check with the operator before you travel.

Historic Oman Saudi Arabia Bus Route Launched

Oman and Saudi Arabia have launched a landmark new bus service connecting the capitals Muscat and Riyadh. This first international Muscat to Riyadh bus route traverses the vast Empty Quarter desert via a newly constructed highway linking the two countries.

Long-Distance Oman Saudi Bus Journey

The epic 18-20 hour Riyadh to Muscat bus journey will have stops in Oman at Ruwi, Nizwa and Ibri before crossing into Saudi Arabia. In Saudi, buses will stop in Dammam before reaching the final destination of Riyadh.

Riyadh to Oman Bus Fare and Schedules

Visas for Oman Saudi Bus Route

The bus service is open to citizens and expatriates. Expats will need the appropriate visa, while some nationals may have visa-on-arrival options or other exemptions.

Bridging Oman and Saudi Over Desert

This groundbreaking new Muscat Riyadh bus route symbolizes closer ties between Oman and Saudi Arabia. By enabling people-to-people exchange across the Empty Quarter, it opens new avenues for tourism, trade and cultural collaboration between the neighbors. The route utilizes the newly built Oman Saudi new road through the desert interior.

Source: Oman Observer, 21 February 2024.