“The train will cut the travel time between Doha and Riyadh to two hours, something which supports mobility, enhances business and tourism, advances economic growth, and contributes to improving the quality of life,” Qatar’s Ministry of Transport said.

Saudi Arabia-Qatar bullet train (Image: Ministry of Transport, Qatar)

Riyadh-Doha bullet train project: Passenger ridership

According to the details available, more than 10 million passengers are expected to ride the train every year. The project would also contribute to providing more than 30,000 direct and indirect jobs, it said.

Saudi Arabia-Qatar bullet train to boost economy

When completed, the Saudi Arabia-Qatar bullet train project is expected to generate around 115 billion riyals (around Rs 278 crore) in revenues for the GDP of both countries. “…making it one of the most strategic projects that support regional development and cement connectivity and integration among the GCC countries via a modern railway network,” the Ministry of Transport, Qatar said.

Saudi Arabia-Qatar High Speed Electric Rail project: Completion timeline

According to the details available, the Saudi Arabia-Qatar High Speed Electric Rail project, is estimated to take six years to complete.

“The project is estimated to take six years to complete in accordance with highest international quality and safety standards with best technologies in the realms of railroads and smart engineering to ensure safe and seamless operations.

Thus, achieving environmental sustainability, reducing carbon emissions, and advancing the efforts of promoting the switch to more efficient and creative modes of smart and sustainable mobility in the region.”