Traveling can be unpredictable. The travel dua (Safar Dua) asks Allah to make the journey easy, protect the traveler, and care for the family left behind.
سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَٰذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ * وَإِنَّا إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ
Subhanalladhi sakh-khara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinin. Wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun.
Glory is to Him who has subjected this to us, and we could never have it by our efforts. And surely, to our Lord we are returning.
Hadith — Sahih Muslim — Hadith 1342
Authenticity: Authentic travel supplication
Meaning and Explanation
This supplication acknowledges Allah’s absolute power over all means of transport and reminds the traveler of the ultimate journey back to the Creator.
When to Recite
When mounting or sitting in any vehicle (car, plane, train) to begin a journey.
How to Recite
Recite it after saying 'Bismillah' and 'Allahu Akbar' three times when you start moving.
Important Notes
It is recommended to recite the full version from Sahih Muslim which asks for piety and protection from the 'hardships of travel'.
Benefits
Seeking Allah's protection during the journey and earning reward for following the Sunnah.
Additional Duas
اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى
Content type: Hadith
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travel dua
safar dua
travel protection
journey dua