Haramain train enhances Gulf Cup fans’ experience between Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah

The Haramain High-Speed Railway has enriched the experience of Gulf Cup 27 fans arriving from across the Gulf, providing easy travel between Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah. This allowed them to attend matches while also visiting prominent religious and tourist sites.

Supporters took advantage of breaks between tournament matches to visit Makkah and perform Umrah, while others traveled to Madinah to visit the Prophet’s Mosque before returning to Jeddah for the next games.

Observers noted that the Haramain train proved to be a convenient option for tournament fans, thanks to its speed, regular schedules and streamlined travel procedures. This flexibility enabled visitors to organize their plans and make the most of their stay in the Kingdom.

Meanwhile, Jeddah’s tourist and heritage destinations, especially Historic Jeddah, saw a notable turnout from fans, who enjoyed its alleyways, markets, traditional Hijazi architecture and rich cultural heritage.

A complete experience for fans

These journeys added a new dimension to attending Gulf Cup 27, blending football excitement with religious, tourist and cultural experiences in a single program, made possible by the seamless connections between the three cities.

The tournament will conclude on October 6 with the final match between Saudi Arabia and the UAE at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah.