VENUE GUIDE
GETTING
THERE
Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir
The Bahrain International Circuit is located in Sakhir, approximately 30 km south of Manama city centre. The fastest and most stress-free option on race day is the official shuttle bus from your hotel. Journey time is approximately 30–40 minutes. Careem and taxis are available but expect high demand after sessions end.
HOW TO GET THERE
Official Shuttle Bus
RecommendedShuttle services run from designated Manama hotel pick-up points directly to the circuit. Journey ~30–40 minutes. Highly recommended on race day.
Taxi / Careem
Taxis and Careem (the regional Uber equivalent) are widely available in Manama. Pre-book for race day — demand surges after sessions. Wait times can exceed 45 minutes.
Hire Car
Car hire is available at Bahrain International Airport. Road signage is good but race-day traffic is severe and circuit parking is very limited. Not recommended on race day.
From the Airport
Bahrain International Airport is ~40 km from the circuit. Take a taxi to your Manama hotel first, then use the official shuttle to the circuit.
GATE OPENING TIMES
Gates open 2 hours before the first session each day.
Friday
Free Practice 1
Saturday
Free Practice 3
Sunday
Race
Things to Do Between Sessions
Curated activities matched to every F1 session gap in the race weekend schedule.
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