Highway 10: World’s Longest Straight Road

In May 2024, Saudi Arabia’s Highway 10 has been recognized by the Guinness World Records as the world’s longest straight road, surpassing Australia’s Eyre Highway.

This remarkable achievement marks a new milestone in transportation infrastructure, offering travellers an uninterrupted journey across the vast Rub Al-Khali desert.

Highway 10 spans 256 kilometres (159 miles) without any bends or appreciable gradient, traversing the largest sand desert in the world.
The estimated driving time for this stretch is around two hours.
Initially constructed as a private road for King Fahd, the highway connects Haradh, known for its oil and gas reserves, to Al Batha near the UAE border.
Previously, the Eyre Highway in Australia held the record with a 146-kilometer straight stretch.
Despite the lack of curves, drivers must remain vigilant due to potential hazards like stray camels and desert conditions.
The exact purpose behind the road’s construction remains speculative, but it is believed to have served as a high-speed route for the King.
Highway 10 stands as a testament to modern engineering and offers a unique driving experience requiring careful driver attention.