New High-Speed Train to Cut Riyadh–Doha Travel to Just Two Hours
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A new 300 km/h rail line will link the two Gulf capitals, promising faster travel for millions.
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Saudi Arabia and Qatar just said yes to a huge project: a high-speed electric railway connecting Riyadh and Doha. The agreement was signed during Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani’s visit to Riyadh, with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman leading the talks.
What the Rail Line Will Look Like
This isn’t your usual train. It’s built to hit speeds of over 300 km/h, cutting the Riyadh–Doha trip to roughly two hours—almost as quick as flying, minus the airport hassle. The route will also run through Al-Hofuf and Dammam, expanding access within Saudi Arabia.
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Big Numbers, Bigger Plans
The railway is expected to be completed in six years and serve around 10 million passengers every year. Once done, it’s set to become one of the fastest cross-border travel options in the region.