Haramain High-Speed Train boosts capacity to 2.2 million seats

RIYADH — The Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) announced on Sunday an increase in the operational capacity of the Haramain High-Speed Train for Hajj, providing more than 2.21 million seats. The route — starting from Makkah and passing through Jeddah stations, King Abdulaziz International Airport, King Abdullah Economic City, and Madinah — is expected to transport pilgrims on more than 5,300 trips. According to SAR, 35 electric trains are provided for transportation, each with a capacity of 417 passengers. The trains also reach up to 300 km/h at the maximum speed over a 453 km network.