King Fahd Causeway
King Fahd Causeway
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3.5
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XN S
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia2 contributions
Mar. 2023
As always the Saudi Arabian staff fail to deliver a swift service, the laziness of the Saudi custom, passport sections is beyond a joke, between talking to colleagues or watching TikTok’s on there phones, there incapable of processing individuals at any sort of pace, the Bahrain side is fast and efficient, yet the Saudis let the causeway down every single time.
Written 31 March 2023
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Sagri2013
Indianapolis, IN4,374 contributions
Mar. 2023
The King Fahd Causeway has long series of bridges and causeways connecting Khobar, Saudi Arabia, and Al Jasra, Bahrain. It comprises two segments, a longer bridge from Khobar to Nasan Island in Bahrain and a shorter stretch from Nasan Island to the main island of Bahrain. It is roughly 25 kilometers long and was officially opened in November 1986. The causeway is a four-lane road featuring two roadways. It is a complex of three great bridges and an artificial island. The project cost a total of US$800 million. The largest artificial island is in the center of the bridge. This island serves as a border between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, on its territory are the transport stations, transition points, and recreational areas. Today, this causeway has become a tourist attraction that includes seven embankments; the most popular is an artificial island called the 'Middle Island' that features a beautiful mosque, a small garden, and a couple of fast-food restaurants where travelers can rest and enjoy a quick meal. At present, King Fahd Bridge is of great strategic and tourist importance. It was financed entirely by Saudi Arabia and King Fahd Causeway Authority (KFCA) is the operator. It has enjoyed a steady growth in passenger and cargo movement, with the annual increase in passenger numbers estimated at 7 percent over recent years. More than 136,000 passengers passed through the causeway on Saturday, March 4, 2023.
Written 26 March 2023
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fozjon
Jaipur, India1,745 contributions
Jun. 2022
this was a fun things to try out. We drove up to the Saudi border, but didn't cross it. The causeway is beautiful
Written 22 June 2022
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Breeze
Riffa, Bahrain1,093 contributions
Mar. 2022 • Couples
King Fahad causeway is a bridge crossing over the Arabic Gulf waters connecting Alkhobar in Saudi Arabia to Aljasra in Bahrain, that was opened back in 1986, the people of this region waited a long time for this bridge to be built, and when it was done many obstacles regarding transportation between the 2 countries were solved, the causeway drive is very pleasant, the waters scenery is beautiful, the border facilities are organised, everything is done from your car, you don’t need to go down from your car, and Bahrain is a beautiful island, worthwhile visiting.
Written 19 March 2022
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Ziad H
Mauritius48 contributions
Dec. 2019
We wanted visit the Tower Restaurant located on the central island of the causeway.
Unfortunately, it was closed for renovation. This is the causeway connecting Bahrain to Saudi Arabia. You may also just go and enjoy the drive, which is lovely, especially in the evening with a setting sun or in the mornings with the rising sun. On clear days, you can make out buildings on the Saudi side. Charges to using the causeway is BD 2.5. Speed limits are indicated, and should be respected due to the numerous speed cameras installed recently.
Unfortunately, it was closed for renovation. This is the causeway connecting Bahrain to Saudi Arabia. You may also just go and enjoy the drive, which is lovely, especially in the evening with a setting sun or in the mornings with the rising sun. On clear days, you can make out buildings on the Saudi side. Charges to using the causeway is BD 2.5. Speed limits are indicated, and should be respected due to the numerous speed cameras installed recently.
Written 10 January 2020
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NukeExpatinTheDesert
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates169 contributions
Dec. 2019
We haven't made many land border crossings yet, (Malaysia to Brunei, China to Hong Kong, USA to Canada, UAE to Saudi Arabia) but the drive from Dammam, Saudi Arabia to Bahrain is very nice, especially in December, where the weather is amazing, and you can drive it with the windows open. The Middle Island, where the border is, has a McDonald's, Starbucks, and other amenities, if you need to stop. It took us about 30 minutes total to cross the border to Bahrain, getting a 7 day visa on arrival and car insurance for 10 days (we are Americans with GCC (UAE) residence IDs).
Written 7 December 2019
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Ghanim A
Kuwait City, Kuwait211,967 contributions
Nov. 2019
Great very good King Fahd Causeway
great link between two brotherhood
in weekdays no rush or jams quick in every respect
great link between two brotherhood
in weekdays no rush or jams quick in every respect
Written 3 November 2019
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Brian P
Manama, Bahrain517 contributions
Oct. 2018
Probably not on peoples lists when thinking about 'things to do' in Bahrain and not something that should be attempted during the weekend. This causeway can offer great views and if you miss the busy periods can be an enjoyable experience.
You can drive halfway where this a stopping area with toilets, restaurant, cafe and you can have a walk around the artificial Island which can be nice during the colder months.
It's only a few BD for the toll/insurance for your car.
You can drive halfway where this a stopping area with toilets, restaurant, cafe and you can have a walk around the artificial Island which can be nice during the colder months.
It's only a few BD for the toll/insurance for your car.
Written 28 September 2019
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Sandeep_Ubhalkar
New Delhi, India117 contributions
Jul. 2019 • Friends
Absolutely amazing bridge......You will enjoy on this road fullest....Weekend will be more crowed...you will see entry and Exit spots for both Saudi and Bahrain here....
Water is crystal clear here...Although you don't have access to go into water.....Once of the good location for you photos and enjoy ocean fullest.....Very well maintain by Both the countries ........
I love this Causeway....Go for it
Water is crystal clear here...Although you don't have access to go into water.....Once of the good location for you photos and enjoy ocean fullest.....Very well maintain by Both the countries ........
I love this Causeway....Go for it
Written 7 July 2019
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Ryan M
United Kingdom12 contributions
Mar. 2019 • Family
This place is really beautiful. It is a lovely Bridge. Had awesome time while travelling from Saudi to Bahrain. One of the easiest and convenient. Avoid weekend. Mostly Rush hours.
Written 19 March 2019
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GBeverywhere
Middlesbrough, UK121 contributions
Good day all, I have a KSA Iqama and my wife will be visiting KSA, with a KSA tourist visa, so when here we plan a road trip to Bahrain for a weekend, does anyone know if she’ll be able to exit KSA to Bahrain and return to KSA afterwards. The tourist visa is a multi-entry visa..?
Jambule
Bahrain24 contributions
Hello,
Let’s assume that corona is over and the Causeway is open again.
Can I use my Valid USA visa in a Philippine passport to cross the causeway from Bahrain to Saudi ? Or it can only be use in airports?
Happiness234181
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Dear,
We are always crossing the border via causeway but this time my son’s friend wants to join. He is 11y old.
Is it possible while he is minor and without his parents?
Many thanks for your reply.
Brian P
Manama, Bahrain517 contributions
When you think of the number of school runs per day from Saudi to Bahrain and no visa is needed for Saudis to enter Bahrain I couldn't see this being an issue?
Maybe a quick call to the Saudi Embassy Phone: 1753 7722 would give you a more definite answer.
Stex
Stockholm, Sweden
Can I cross the causeway from Saudi to Bahrain with my motorbike?
Is a Honda 1100, so not a scooter...😅
Never seen a motorbike crossing the bridge!!
Sandeep_Ubhalkar
New Delhi, India117 contributions
Two Wheeler not allowed & so moterbike as well.
Hello can i pass a saudi immigration to bahrain with somebody else in one car not related to me? Thanks.”
Hello can i pass a saudi immigration to bahrain with somebody else in one car not related to me? Thanks.
223siraj
Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia1,156 contributions
No my friend properly visa and document required.
Dear Sir, I am Mubashar Pakistani national working as a quality control engineer from last 4 years in Saudi Arabia. I want to know regarding the causeway visa for Bahrain. As I have the plan to visit Bahrain in the mid of March. I want to know what documents are required and second, on my iqama, my Profession Is (NORMAL WORKER) so i can get the visa on case way or not please reply asap,
Hina S
2 contributions
Hey. Have you got any info? I am also looking for similar info. I need to know what documents are required to visit Bahrain by road. Kindly reply
Tengo una duda,para ir de barein al puesto fronterizo es necesario pagar peaje y seguro de carro? Sólo quiero ir hasta allí y regresar a barein.
My uncle has Bahrain passport and he want to go saudi for uhram by his car with his family, but only 1 daughter is non bahrani .then what is the process to go for Umrah for that non - bahrani
Sulaiman
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia642 contributions
She has to get visa for Saudi Arabia
Wont let her in without the visa
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- Hotels near King Fahd Causeway:
- (15.73 km) Le Meridien Al Khobar
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- (15.52 km) Coral Al Khobar Hotel
- (13.45 km) Golden Tulip Hotel Al Khobar Corniche
- (15.79 km) Warwick Al Khobar
- Restaurants near King Fahd Causeway:
- (0.02 km) Starbucks
- (0.12 km) Pizza Hut
- (14.44 km) Nando's Ajdan Walk
- (13.46 km) Al-Sanbok Restaurant
- (15.57 km) Piatto Restaurant - Al Khobar