Taxi from Beirut to Tripoli
Tripoli, Lebanon’s second city, is about 85 km north of Beirut. We drive you there for business, family visits, or a day in the old city, and bring you back when you are done.
The drive from Beirut to Tripoli
The whole route is on the coastal highway: past Jounieh, Byblos, and Batroun, then into Tripoli. Without heavy traffic it takes about an hour and a half; the slow parts are usually Jounieh on the way out and the city entrance in Tripoli.
From Beirut airport, count on an hour and a half or more. Before you travel, check your own government’s current travel advice for northern Lebanon (for example the UK advice for Lebanon), as some countries list parts of Tripoli separately.
Where people usually ask to go
The citadel
The Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles, begun by the Crusaders in the early 12th century and rebuilt by the Mamluks and Ottomans. The top gives a view over the city.
The old souks
Covered markets with goldsmiths, tailors, and soap makers. Khan al-Saboun is known for olive oil soap.
Al Mina
The old port quarter by the sea, with fish restaurants and, in summer, boats to the small islands offshore.
One way, return, or a full day
Tell us which of these fits your plans when you ask for the price.
One way
Drop-off at an address, hotel, or office in Tripoli or Al Mina.
Day in the old city
Book the return for a set time, or message the driver when you finish.
Business trips
Morning departure from Beirut and an afternoon return the same day.
Pick the car that fits your group
Tell us how many people are traveling and how much luggage you have.
Sedan
Up to 3 passengers with regular luggage.
Executive car
Leather seats and extra legroom for a longer, quieter ride.
Minivan
4 to 7 passengers and several suitcases. Child seats on request.
- Air conditioning, bottled water, phone charging, and Wi-Fi where coverage allows
- Licensed and insured cars, with drivers who speak Arabic and English
- Price per car, not per person. Send your date and pickup point on WhatsApp for a quote
- Pay the driver in cash, or ask on WhatsApp about another option
Questions about this route
How far is it from Beirut to Tripoli by taxi?
About 85 km on the coastal highway, usually around an hour and a half.
Do you go from Beirut airport directly to Tripoli?
Yes. The driver waits for you at the arrivals gate and drives you straight to your address in Tripoli.
Can I book a return from Tripoli to Beirut?
Yes. Tell us the date and time when you book, or arrange it with the driver on the day.
More trips from Beirut
See all intercity rides on the Lebanon taxi page, or book an airport pickup.
Taxi from Beirut to Batroun
About 55 km, around 1 hour, longer on summer weekends.
Taxi from Beirut to the Cedars
About 130 km, around 2.5 to 3 hours.
Taxi from Beirut to Byblos
About 40 km, 45 minutes to 1 hour, more at rush hour.
Going to Tripoli?
Send your pickup point, date, time, and number of passengers. We reply with the price and confirm the ride.