Taxi Fare from Haram to Masjid Ayesha: Complete Guide for Umrah Pilgrims

Going from Masjid al-Haram to Masjid Ayesha? It’s something loads of Umrah pilgrims need to do. Whether you’re doing your second Umrah or just want to wear Ihram from the proper Miqat point, knowing the taxi fare and your transport options makes the whole thing easier.

We’re going to walk you through everything – what taxis actually cost, how far it is, other ways to get there, and what you need to know before you go.

What Is Masjid Ayesha and Why Do Pilgrims Go There?

Masjid Ayesha sits about 7.8 kilometers outside Makkah’s Haram boundary. Lots of people call it Masjid Taneem too  same place, different names.

Here’s why it matters:

According to the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, this is one of the designated Miqat locations for those already within the sacred boundary who wish to perform additional Umrah.  Want to do another Umrah while you’re staying in the city? You can’t just put on Ihram from your hotel. You’ve got to go outside the Haram boundary first. Masjid Ayesha is the closest spot.

Named after Ayesha (RA). The Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) wife wore her Ihram from this location, which is why it carries her name.

Closest Miqat to Haram. It’s the nearest point where Makkah residents and visitors can enter Ihram for Umrah. Makes it really popular, especially during busy seasons. You can also check taxi fare from Haram to Masjid Jurana from here. It is a second nearest miqat.

Thousands of pilgrims head there every day. Some go early morning, others late at night to avoid the heat and traffic.

How Far Is Masjid Ayesha from Haram?

Distance: 7.8 kilometers according to Google Maps (that’s about 4 to 5 miles).

Travel time varies:

• By taxi: 10-20 minutes normally
• By bus: 30-45 minutes
• Walking: 1.5 to 2 hours (not recommended in summer heat)

The route goes through Makkah’s main roads. Traffic gets heavy during:

• Ramadan evenings
• Hajj season
• Weekends (Thursday and Friday)
• After Maghrib and Isha prayers

Early morning (after Fajr) and late night (after Isha) are usually quickest.

Taxi Fare from Haram to Masjid Ayesha: What You’ll Actually Pay

Here’s what taxis cost between Haram and Masjid Ayesha:

What affects the price:

• Time of day (peak times cost more)
• How much traffic there is
• Whether you’re booking in advance or hailing on the street
• Your negotiation skills with local taxi drivers

Our service (Umrah Taxi VIP): We charge SAR 30-60 for most trips. That’s a fixed price – no arguing, no surprises. You book, we come, you go. Simple.

Book Your Taxi to Masjid Ayesha Now

Need a ride to Masjid Ayesha? Don’t waste time haggling with random taxis outside Haram.

Fixed prices – Know what you’re paying upfront
Clean, air-conditioned cars
Professional drivers who know the route
Pickup from anywhere near Haram
Available 24/7 – Early morning or late night

Book Your Ride Now or WhatsApp us for instant confirmation.

How to Get a Taxi from Haram to Masjid Ayesha

Option 1: Hail a taxi outside Haram

Taxis wait outside all the main gates of Masjid al-Haram. Just walk out and you’ll see them.

Things to know:

• Always agree on the price before getting in
• Some drivers start high – SAR 50-60 – then come down to SAR 30-40
• Carry cash (many don’t take cards)
• Peak times? Prices go up

Option 2: Book with us (Umrah Taxi VIP)

Go to our website or send us a WhatsApp message. Tell us:

• Where you want picking up from
• What time
• How many passengers

We’ll send you the exact price and driver details. He’ll meet you at your location.

Why book ahead:

• No haggling or stress
• Fixed price guaranteed
• Driver’s waiting for you
• Proper licensed vehicles
• Can book for early morning (3-4 AM when lots of pilgrims go)

Option 3: Use ride-hailing apps

Apps work in Makkah but they’re hit and miss:

• Prices jump during busy times (surge pricing)
• Not always cars available
• Some drivers don’t want to do short trips
• Still costs SAR 25-50 usually

Option 4: Ask your hotel

Some hotels near Haram offer shuttle services or can arrange taxis for you. Worth asking at reception. They might charge a bit more but it’s convenient.

Bus from Haram to Masjid Ayesha: The Budget Option

Public buses run between Haram and Masjid Ayesha. They’re way cheaper than taxis. Bus fare from Haram to Masjid Ayesha:

Cost: SAR 3 to 5 per person

How long: 30-45 minutes (longer than taxis because of stops)

Where to catch it:
Buses stop near several gates of Masjid al-Haram. Look for the public bus stops – there are signs in Arabic and English.

Makkah to Masjid Ayesha bus timings:
Buses run throughout the day, usually every 20-30 minutes. More frequent during:

• Ramadan
• Hajj season
• Friday

Fewer buses late at night (after midnight).

Things to know about buses:

• Gets packed during busy times
• You might have to stand
• Takes longer because of multiple stops
• Bring small bills (driver might not have change)
• Not ideal if you’re with elderly family or kids

Free shuttle buses?
Free bus service from Haram to Masjid Ayesha: During peak Umrah and Hajj seasons, the government sometimes runs free shuttle buses between Haram and Masjid Ayesha. These free services aren’t regular or guaranteed, so don’t rely on them for planning, they operate when there’s heavy pilgrim traffic but schedules aren’t published.

Hotel shuttles:
Some hotels offer free or cheap shuttle services to Masjid Ayesha for their guests. Ask at your hotel reception.

Can You Walk from Haram to Masjid Ayesha?

Yeah, you can walk. It’s about 7-8 km, takes 1.5 to 2 hours.

Some pilgrims like walking because:

• It feels more spiritual
• No cost
• You’re already in worship mode

But here’s the reality:

• Summer heat in Makkah is brutal (40-50°C)
• Long walk after Tawaf and Sa’i? You’re already tired
• Not safe in extreme heat – risk of dehydration
• Coming back in Ihram after a 2-hour walk in the heat isn’t fun

If you’re going to walk:

• Go early morning (before sunrise) or late evening
• Bring lots of water
• Wear comfortable shoes
• Don’t try it in summer months
• Not recommended for elderly, kids, or anyone with health issues

Most pilgrims take taxis. It just makes sense.

Wearing Ihram and Going to Masjid Ayesha

Can you wear Ihram before you go?

Not from inside Haram boundary. That’s the whole point of going to Masjid Ayesha – it’s outside the boundary where you can properly enter Ihram.

Here’s how it works:

Option 1: Wear Ihram at your hotel
Some men wear their Ihram garments under regular clothes, then take off the outer clothes at Masjid Ayesha. Women usually just wear their regular modest clothes (which count as Ihram).

Option 2: Change at Masjid Ayesha
The mosque has facilities where you can change. Bring your Ihram garments with you in a bag.

Option 3: Wear it before leaving
Some pilgrims wear full Ihram from their hotel and travel to Masjid Ayesha like that. Totally fine, though sitting in a taxi in Ihram for 15-20 minutes can be a bit uncomfortable.

What you need:

• Your Ihram garments
• Make intention (niyyah) at Masjid Ayesha
• Then head back to Haram to start your Umrah

Coming back:
You’re in Ihram on the return journey. Most people book a taxi for the round trip – go to Masjid Ayesha, wait while you change and pray, then bring you back to Haram.

Masjid Ayesha to Haram: The Return Journey

After you’ve entered Ihram at Masjid Ayesha, you need to get back to Masjid al-Haram to start your Umrah rituals.

Taxi fare back: Same as going there – SAR 20-40 for regular taxis, SAR 30-60 with our service

Bus fare back: SAR 3-5

Travel time: 10-20 minutes by taxi, 30-45 minutes by bus

Important:
You’re in Ihram on the way back. You’ve got restrictions now – no perfume, no stitched clothes for men, no covering face for women, etc.

Round trip service:
Book a taxi for round trip. Driver takes you there, waits (or comes back when you message), then brings you back. Usually costs SAR 50-80 total for the round trip with waiting time.

We offer round trip services – fixed price, no waiting around trying to find a taxi when you’re ready to go back.

How Much Does a Taxi Charge for Ziyarat in Makkah?

Masjid Ayesha is part of Makkah Ziyarat (visiting holy sites). If you want to visit other sites too, taxis charge differently.

Ziyarat sites in Makkah include:

• Masjid Ayesha (Taneem)
• Jabal Noor (Cave of Hira)
• Jabal Thawr (Cave of Thawr)
• Jannat al-Mu’alla cemetery
• Masjid al-Jinn
• And more

Taxi charges for full Ziyarat tour:

• Half-day tour (3-4 hours): SAR 150-250
• Full-day tour (6-8 hours): SAR 300-500
• Per location: SAR 50-100 depending on distance

Just Masjid Ayesha: SAR 20-60 one way (as covered above)

Want to do complete Makkah Ziyarat? Check our Makkah Ziyarat Taxi service – we cover all the sites with knowledgeable drivers.

Tips for Your Trip to Masjid Ayesha

Before you go:

Check Masjid Ayesha distance from your location: Use Google Maps to see exact distance from your hotel to Masjid Ayesha (usually 7-10 km depending on which area of Makkah you’re staying). This helps you estimate taxi time and negotiate fair pricing if using street taxis.

Agree on taxi fare before getting in – Saves arguments later

Bring cash – Many local taxis don’t take cards

Book in advance if going early morning – Fewer taxis around at 3-4 AM

Check bus timings – If you’re taking the bus, know when they run

Bring your Ihram garments – Men need two white cloths, women need their modest clothes

Carry water – Stay hydrated, especially if going during the day

Best times to go:

• After Fajr (fewer crowds, cooler)
• Late night after Isha (less traffic)
• Avoid midday (too hot)
• Avoid right after Maghrib (heavy traffic)

At Masjid Ayesha:

• Facilities for wudu and changing
• Prayer area
• Usually not too crowded except peak Ramadan
• Quick stop – most people spend 15-30 minutes there

Coming back:

• Have your return taxi arranged
• Or know where bus stops are
• Don’t start walking back in Ihram during hot weather

Why Book with Umrah Taxi VIP for Masjid Ayesha?

Fixed prices: SAR 30-60, no haggling, no surprises

Available 24/7: Need to go at 3 AM? We’re there

Professional drivers: They know the route, they know where pilgrims need to go

Clean vehicles: Air-conditioned cars, maintained properly

Door-to-door service: Pick you up from your hotel, drop you at Masjid Ayesha entrance

Round trip option: Take you there, bring you back – all sorted

WhatsApp booking: Easy communication, instant confirmation

Experience with pilgrims: Our drivers understand Umrah requirements

Also do Makkah Ziyarat: Want to visit other holy sites? We’ve got packages

Heading to Jeddah Airport after Umrah? Check our Makkah to Jeddah Airport taxi service too.

Comparison: Taxi vs Bus vs Walking

Our take: Taxi makes the most sense for most pilgrims. It’s not expensive (SAR 30-40), it’s quick, and you’re comfortable. After doing Tawaf and Sa’i, you don’t want to mess around with buses or walk for 2 hours.

Final Checklist Before You Go

Before heading to Masjid Ayesha, make sure you’ve got:

•  Ihram garments (men: 2 white seamless cloths, women: modest clothes)
•  Cash for taxi or bus (SAR 50-100 should cover everything)
•  Water bottle
•  Small bag for your regular clothes if changing there
•  Phone charged (for taxi booking or contacting driver)
•  Know your hotel address (in case you need to tell taxi driver)
•  Booked return transport or know how you’re getting back

Check traffic conditions: If there’s a special event at Haram or it’s peak Ramadan, expect delays

Weather check: Summer midday? Reconsider walking

Timing: After Fajr or late evening are best

Haram to Masjid Ayesha: Your Questions Answered

How much is a taxi from Masjid Ayesha to Haram? Coming back costs the same – regular taxis want SAR 20 to 40, or SAR 30 to 60 with our service. Takes anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes, traffic dependent. Lots of pilgrims just book both ways together. Round trip usually runs SAR 50 to 80 with waiting time included. Can we wear Ihram and go to Masjid Ayesha? Yeah, you can put on your Ihram clothes before leaving. But you make your actual intention (niyyah) when you get to Masjid Ayesha, not before. Some guys wear their Ihram under normal clothes in the taxi, then take the outer stuff off at the mosque. Women? Your regular modest clothes work as Ihram. The mosque’s got changing rooms if you’d rather do it there. What is the taxi fare from Haram to Masjid Ayesha? Local taxis sitting outside Haram charge SAR 20 to 40. Book with us and it’s SAR 30 to 60. Want something fancy? Luxury taxis run SAR 80 to 150. Price changes based on what time you’re going, how bad traffic is, and whether you booked ahead or just grabbed a random taxi. With us, the price we tell you is what you pay. No arguing with drivers. How to go to Masjid Ayesha from Haram by bus? Buses stop near Haram’s main gates. Signs are in Arabic and English, easy to spot. Buses show up every 20-30 minutes all day long. Costs SAR 3 to 5 per person. Takes 30 to 45 minutes because buses stop for other passengers along the way. Got small bills? Bring them. Bus drivers don’t always have change for SAR 50 or SAR 100 notes.

What are Makkah to Masjid Ayesha bus timings? First buses start around 5 AM. Last ones run until 11 PM or midnight. During Ramadan and Hajj? Buses come every 15-20 minutes. Regular times, you’re waiting 20-30 minutes between buses. After midnight, forget it – barely any buses run. Going at 3 AM or really late? Just take a taxi. How far is Masjid Ayesha from Haram? About 7 to 8 kilometers. That’s roughly 4 to 5 miles. Taxi gets you there in 10 to 20 minutes. Bus takes 30 to 45 minutes. Walking? You’re looking at 1.5 to 2 hours. Don’t walk it in summer – heat’s crazy. Route goes northwest through Makkah’s busy roads. How much does a taxi charge for Ziyarat in Makkah? Just going to Masjid Ayesha? SAR 20-40 one way. Want to see all the Ziyarat spots in one go? Half-day tour (3-4 hours) costs SAR 150-250. Full day (6-8 hours) runs SAR 300-500. Going to individual spots separately? SAR 50-100 each depending how far from Haram. Our Ziyarat tours cover everything with drivers who actually know the history of each place. Is it safe to take taxis in Makkah? Taxis in Makkah are safe, yeah. Use official ones or book through places like us. Licensed taxis have meters but drivers usually just agree on a fixed price for tourist trips. Book with us or use apps and you know exactly what you’re paying. Street taxis? Agree on price before you get in, always.