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Jeddah Water Taxis Have Been Launched; Here’s All About The Cost, Timings, Routes & More

With the test runs already underway, the complete launch of Jeddah Water Taxi is certainly one of the most awaited ones out there.

by Anupriya Mishra
Jeddah Water Taxis Have Been Launched; Here’s All About The Cost, Timings, Routes & More

Jeddah recently launched a water taxi service and it is certainly one of the most anticipated projects in the city. Yes, with the test runs already underway, the complete launch of this service is certainly one of the most awaited ones out there. And it seems that the wait is nearly over. Here is all you need to know about the new service in Jeddah.

Jeddah Water Taxi Inaugurated

Currently, Jeddah Water Taxi is operating between Jeddah Yacht Club, the Historic Jeddah District, and the Sharm Obhur District. However, the sea taxi is going to expand to other locations in the near future. It’s worth mentioning that the Sharm Obhur District is currently closed, and it is scheduled to start welcoming visitors in the coming period. In fact, during the holy month, the taxi will operate daily from 3:30 PM to 1:30 AM. The fare for the trip will range between SAR25 and SAR50, depending on where you go. Not to mention, children also get to ride for free in these water taxis.

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What Does The First Phase Include?

As it happens, the first phase of the taxi includes two boats, one has a capacity for 94 passengers. The other has a capacity for 55 passengers. In fact, there are also specially designated entry and exit points for people with disabilities, and it has a capacity of four chairs. It should be noted that once this project is complete, it will be home to 20 state-of-the-art water taxi stations. Each of these is expected to see a daily passenger capacity of 29,000 individuals. Not to mention, in a significant move that is making public transportation better, it also aims to help in traffic congestion.

As it happens, you can also book your tickets online. Yes, there is also a dedicated app that has been launched with details, which is accessible via the Jeddah Transportation Company. It should be noted that this project was announced first in October 2017. With the first phase of the project here, it’s truly a reason to rejoice!

Cover Image Courtesy: X/JeddahTransport

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First Published: March 10, 2025 2:00 PM