A very good road network connects Riyadh with all the cities in the country. SAPTCO, the national bus service, provides services to almost all the centers in the country at cheap rates. SAPTCO has also developed services such as the non-stop VIP services between Riyadh and Al Khobar: they are super luxury buses, running between terminals at hotels, charging a premium fare and serving light meals en route. Important note: Men and women who are not related, are forbidden from traveling together in any public transport. Check website for further details.