Alfaris International Shipping is a furniture shipping company from Dammam to Bahrain across the King Fahd Causeway on the same day: Manama is only about 70 km from Dammam. Furniture is loaded in the morning and assembled in Bahrain that afternoon when the documents are ready. Prices start from SAR 59 per carton, SAR 730 for a bedroom set with dismantling and assembly, SAR 2,550 for apartment furniture by dedicated truck and SAR 1,090 to ship a car.
Route: Dammam โ Khobar โ King Fahd Causeway โ Al Jasra โ Manama ยท about 70 km ยท an hourโs driving excluding customs ยท same day ยท Call: 0565967337
Shipping from Dammam to Bahrain at a glance
- Distance: about 20 km to the causeway entrance at Khobar, then 25 km on the causeway, then 25 km to Manama.
- Transit: the same day for a dedicated truck, and one to two days for a shared load.
- Furniture: a bedroom set from SAR 730, and apartment furniture by dedicated truck from SAR 2,550.
- Car: from SAR 1,090 on a hydraulic carrier.
- Cartons and goods: a carton from SAR 59 and from SAR 9 per kg.
- What sets the timing: causeway customs, not the road, so documents are prepared before loading.
- Pickup: Dammam, Khobar, Dhahran, Qatif and Jubail.
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Route details and transit time from Dammam to Bahrain
No Saudi city is closer to Bahrain than Dammam and Khobar: the causeway starts in Khobar itself. The road takes an hour in all, and the rest is time at the customs island. That is why transit from Dammam is counted in hours, not days.
| Leg | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Dammam โ causeway entrance at Khobar | about 20 km | 20 minutes |
| Causeway entrance โ customs island | about 12 km | 15 minutes |
| Saudi and Bahraini customs | โ | two hours to a day |
| Customs island โ Al Jasra โ Manama | about 38 km | 40 minutes |
| Mode | Transit | Best for | Starts from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared road freight | 1โ2 days | Cartons and furniture items | SAR 59 per carton |
| Dedicated truck | Same day | A full home or full load | SAR 2,550 for apartment furniture |
| Hydraulic car carrier | Same or next day | Cars | SAR 1,090 |
| Air freight | 24โ48 hours | Urgent documents | SAR 41 per kg |
Shipping prices from Dammam to Bahrain
Alfaris prices from Dammam to Bahrain start from SAR 59 per carton and SAR 730 for a bedroom set, the lowest prices to Bahrain because of the short distance.
| Shipment type | Unit | Starts from |
|---|---|---|
| Carton | per carton | SAR 59 |
| Part-load goods | per kg | SAR 9 |
| Air parcel | per kg | SAR 41 |
| Complete bedroom set | with dismantling and assembly | SAR 730 |
| Whole apartment | dedicated truck | SAR 2,550 |
| Villa furniture | after a free survey | Quoted after the survey |
| Sedan or 4ร4 | hydraulic carrier | SAR 1,090 |
๐ These are starting prices
Figures are in Saudi riyals and cover door-to-door transport. Any Bahraini customs duty is outside them.
Same-day shipping: what does it take?
- The Fasah authorisation: issued before loading day.
- The packing list: numbered and travelling with the truck.
- Early loading: first thing in the morning, so the truck reaches the causeway before noon.
- A dedicated truck: a shared load waits to fill.
- The right day: midweek, as the causeway fills with travellers at weekends.
- A ready consignee: with a Bahraini number, a clear address and the tower permit if there is one.
Pickup from Eastern Province cities
| City | Distance to the causeway entrance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Khobar | At the causeway entrance | Towers that need a lift booking |
| Dammam | about 20 km | Residential districts and an industrial area |
| Dhahran | about 15 km | Compounds that ask for an entry permit |
| Qatif | about 45 km | Narrow inner streets |
| Jubail | about 110 km | By appointment, joining the Dammam trip |
Furniture from Dammam to Bahrain
Furniture from Dammam to Bahrain with Alfaris starts from SAR 730 for a bedroom set with dismantling and assembly, and SAR 2,550 for a whole apartment by dedicated truck. The distance is short, but packing is still complete: loading, unloading and customs inspection are where the risk lies, not the road.
- Survey: free in Dammam, or by photos.
- Dismantling: a carpenter, each pieceโs fixings in a numbered bag.
- Packing: blankets and tight film against Gulf humidity, with bubble wrap and corrugated card for glass.
- Loading: heavy items at the bottom, with straps between rows.
- Delivery: assembly in the rooms of the home in Bahrain, with the list checked.
Car shipping from Dammam to Bahrain
Shipping a car from Dammam to Bahrain with Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 on a hydraulic carrier, arriving the same or the next day.
- Documents: registration, the ownerโs ID, and export plates for a permanent export or a transit authorisation.
- Preparation: a quarter tank of fuel, no belongings in the car, and photos from all four sides.
- Securing: a full cover and straps on all four wheels.
- In Bahrain: permanent registration carries 5% duty on value and a technical test.
- Electric cars: shipped on an enclosed carrier with a partly charged battery.
Cartons, parcels and personal effects
A carton from Dammam to Bahrain starts from SAR 59. It is collected from Dammam and Khobar, numbered and arrives within one to two days in a shared load.
Commercial freight: full truckload (FTL) or part load (LTL)
- Part load: from SAR 9 per kg.
- Full truck: from Dammamโs industrial area to Sitra and Hidd the same day.
- Regular trips: for traders shipping weekly, at contract rates.
- Documents: invoice, packing list, commercial registration and certificate of origin.
- Duties: GCC-origin goods are exempt with a certificate of origin; foreign goods pay 5%.
Air freight from Dammam to Bahrain
Air freight from Dammam to Bahrain starts from SAR 41 per kg. From Dammam it is rarely needed: a truck crosses the causeway in hours, quicker than taking the parcel to King Fahd airport and waiting for a flight.
Required documents and customs clearance
| Shipment type | Documents |
|---|---|
| Cartons and personal effects | ID or Iqama + packing list + consignee details |
| Used household furniture | ID or Iqama + packing list + Bahraini residence permit or tenancy contract if requested |
| Car | Registration + ownerโs ID + export plates or transit authorisation |
| Goods | Invoice + packing list + commercial registration + certificate of origin |
| All | Electronic authorisation for the broker through the Fasah platform |
- Used furniture: usually exempt for someone relocating, in personal quantities.
- GCC origin: exempt with a certificate of origin; foreign goods pay 5%.
- Prohibited: narcotics, weapons and flammable materials.
- Restricted: prescription medicines, drones and radio devices.
The full lists are on the international shipping documents and prohibited and restricted items pages.
Steps for shipping from Dammam to Bahrain
- Call: 0565967337, with the shipment type and your city in the Eastern Province.
- Price and date: the same day, after photos or a survey.
- Documents: ID, packing list and the Fasah authorisation before loading.
- Loading: in the morning, with dismantling, packing and numbering.
- The crossing: the King Fahd Causeway before noon.
- Delivery: unloading and assembly in Bahrain that afternoon, with the list checked.
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Delivery across Bahrain
| City | Distance from the causeway | Delivery notes |
|---|---|---|
| Manama | about 25 km | Towers in Seef and Juffair ask for a move-in permit and lift booking |
| Muharraq | about 30 km | Narrow streets in the old quarters |
| Riffa | about 20 km | Villas and compounds |
| Isa Town and Hamad Town | 10โ20 km | The closest towns to the causeway |
| Sitra and Hidd | 30โ35 km | Industrial areas and the port |
| Budaiya and Al Jasra | 0โ10 km | At the end of the causeway |
How to calculate shipping cost to Bahrain
| Example | Calculation | Cost as a starting price |
|---|---|---|
| 5 cartons | 5 ร SAR 59 | SAR 295 |
| 150 kg of goods | 150 ร SAR 9 | SAR 1,350 |
| Bedroom set + car | 730 + 1,090 | SAR 1,820 |
- What raises the cost: a dedicated truck for a small load, upper floors without a lift, wooden crates, and weekends on the causeway.
- What lowers it: a shared load, dismantling the furniture, and crossing early in the week.
The cheapest way to ship from Dammam to Bahrain
The cheapest way to ship from Dammam to Bahrain is a shared road load: from SAR 59 per carton and SAR 730 for a bedroom set. Trips to Bahrain run almost daily from the Eastern Province.
Common mistakes that delay a shipment
| Mistake | Result | The right way |
|---|---|---|
| Crossing at the weekend | Hours of waiting on the causeway | Cross early in the week, in the morning |
| Fasah authorisation after loading | A truck waiting at the customs island | Issue it before pickup day |
| A vague packing list | A longer inspection | A detailed, numbered list |
| Belongings inside the car | A customs remark | An empty car |
| No Bahraini number for the consignee | No way to coordinate | An active Bahraini number |
Why Alfaris for shipping to Bahrain?
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Frequently asked questions about shipping from Dammam to Bahrain
How much does furniture shipping from Dammam to Bahrain cost?
From SAR 730 for a bedroom set and SAR 2,550 for apartment furniture by dedicated truck with Alfaris, and a carton from SAR 59.
How long does shipping from Dammam to Bahrain take?
The same day for a dedicated truck, and one to two days for a shared load.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Dammam to Bahrain?
A shared road load, from SAR 59 per carton.
What is the air freight rate per kg?
From SAR 41 per kg, though a truck is usually quicker from Dammam.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Dammam to Bahrain?
From SAR 1,090 on a hydraulic carrier.
Which is the best furniture mover from Dammam to Bahrain?
One that prepares the documents before loading so the truck crosses the causeway the same day. Alfaris starts from SAR 730 for a bedroom set.
How do I ship from Dammam, and what documents are required?
Call 0565967337. You need an ID or Iqama, a packing list, a Fasah authorisation and the consigneeโs details.
Is door-to-door shipping available?
Yes, from your home in Dammam or Khobar to your home in Bahrain.
Do you ship from Dammam to Manama, Muharraq and Riffa?
Yes, and to Isa Town, Hamad Town, Sitra and Hidd.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value.
Does the shipment reach Bahrain the same day?
Usually yes for a dedicated truck, if the Fasah authorisation is issued before loading and the truck is loaded on a midweek morning.
How far is it from Dammam to Bahrain?
About 70 km to Manama: 20 km to the causeway entrance, 25 km on the causeway and 25 km beyond.
