Haramain High Speed Railway in Saudi Arabia: Serving 1.3 Million Passengers during Ramadan with 35 Electric Trains and a Record-Breaking Airport Station
The Haramain High Speed Railway in Saudi Arabia plans to run over 2,700 trips during Ramadan, accommodating over 1.3 million passengers.
In response to rising transportation demand between Makkah and Madinah, operational capacity will be increased, allowing the train to reach speeds of 300 kph and cover the 449 km distance in just 2 hours and 20 minutes.
The Haramain High Speed Railway, one of the world's 10 fastest electric trains, is a crucial part of Saudi Arabia's railway development and expansion program.
The text is about the new railway system launched in 2018 in Saudi Arabia to help manage the increasing number of pilgrims and visitors between Makkah, Madinah, and Jeddah.
The railway contains five stations, including three terminals in Makkah, Madinah, and Jeddah's King Abdulaziz Airport.
There are also two central stations in Jeddah and King Abdullah Economic City.
The facility at King Abdulaziz Airport is the largest airport-linked train station globally, covering over 105,000 square meters and multiple floors.
The railway aims to reduce congestion on the roads and meet the growing demand for transportation during Umrah and Hajj seasons.
The text describes the King Abdulaziz International Airport Railway Station in Saudi Arabia.
The station, which is connected to six train platforms, facilitates travel to Makkah and Madinah, reducing congestion on roads leading to the airport.
The Haramain High Speed Railway operates 35 electric trains, each with a capacity of 417 passengers, including 113 business-class seats and 304 economy-class seats.
Trains also feature a cafeteria and eight economy-class cabins.