Bahrain International — Bus B10 + Careem
Bahrain International (BAH) to Manama — Updated 2026
Bahrain International (BAH) is on Muharraq Island, connected to Manama (the main city, on the larger island) via the King Faisal Causeway. Public bus B10 (operated by Bahrain Public Transport) runs from BAH to Manama Central bus station in ~30 minutes for BHD 0.300 (~USD 0.80), every 20-30 minutes 05:00-23:00. Careem is dominant for ride-hail at BHD 4-7 (~USD 11-19) to Manama / Juffair / Adliya + BHD 6-9 to Riffa or Isa Town. Uber operates in Bahrain but Careem has better airport coverage. Bahrain Airport Taxi (yellow) charges BHD 6-10 flat depending on destination zone; posted price list at the taxi rank. AVOID drivers approaching in arrivals — Bahrain enforces licensed rank + apps only. Bahrain's new BAH terminal (opened 2021) is one of the Gulf's most modern; the bus stop is 100m from arrivals exit, well-signed. For onward travel to Saudi Arabia (King Fahd Causeway to Al-Khobar / Dammam), private car is the standard.
Bus B10 + Careem stops
| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BAH Arrivals | 0 min | Bus stop 100m from exit; Careem pickup zone marked |
| Muharraq (via causeway) | ~10 min | Old town + culture |
| Bahrain Financial Harbour | ~20 min | Business + hotel district |
| Manama Central | 30 min | Souq + Grand Mosque area |
| Juffair (US Navy area) | ~25 min taxi | Expat hotels + bars |
| King Fahd Causeway (Saudi Arabia) | ~30 min | Border crossing to Al-Khobar |
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Bus B10 + Careem vs alternatives
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus B10 | BHD 0.300 | 30 min | Best value. 05:00-23:00, every 20-30 min. |
| Careem (app) | BHD 4-7 | 15-25 min | App-based, transparent, safe. |
| Uber | BHD 4-8 | 15-25 min | Smaller supply than Careem. |
| Airport taxi (yellow) | BHD 6-10 flat | 15-25 min | Posted price list, trustworthy. |
| Pre-booked limousine | BHD 10-20 | 15-25 min | Premium fixed rate. |
| Bus B11 (to Juffair) | BHD 0.300 | 35-45 min | Direct route to expat district. |
FAQ
Is Bahrain airport bus B10 practical?+
Yes for budget travellers — BHD 0.300 to Manama Central is Bahrain's cheapest airport transit by far. Buses are modern, AC, with luggage racks. Journey 30 minutes. Only runs 05:00-23:00; overnight arrivals need Careem or taxi. Buy the ticket from the driver (cash BHD) or via the KarTi contactless card.
Careem or Uber at Bahrain airport?+
Careem has significantly larger supply at BAH + across Bahrain. Uber is available but you'll often wait longer at the airport. Both apps are transparent + card-in-app; Careem is the standard for foreign travellers in the Gulf.
How do I get from Bahrain airport to Saudi Arabia?+
Careem/Uber to King Fahd Causeway (30 min, BHD 8-15), then cross the causeway by car (30-90 min depending on border wait) to Al-Khobar. Alternatively pre-book a "Bahrain-Saudi taxi" service (BHD 30-60 flat all-in). Saudi entry requires appropriate visa; check Ministry of Interior website before travel. Foreigners often use Bahrain as an alternative Saudi entry when Bahrain-based flights are cheaper.
Late-night Bahrain airport transport?+
Bus B10 stops at 23:00. Careem/Uber run 24/7. Airport taxi rank is 24/7 (BHD 8-12 nighttime flat). BAH is a major overnight-connection hub (Gulf Air uses it as a base) so ground transport is always available. Careem is the standard for late-night arrivals.
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