سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ، وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ. اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى، وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى. اللَّهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هَذَا وَاطْوِ لَنَا بُعْدَهُ. اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ. اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ وَسُوءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالأَهْلِ.
Glory be to Him Who has subjected this to us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves. And indeed, to our Lord we will return. O Allah, we ask You in this journey of ours for goodness and piety, and for deeds that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us, and make its distance short for us. O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the Successor among the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, and from seeing a miserable sight, and from finding a bad outcome in wealth and family.
Subhanal-ladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina. Wa inna ila Rabbina la-munqalibuna. Allahumma inna nas'aluka fi safarina hadha al-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal 'amali ma tarda. Allahumma hawwin 'alayna safarana hadha, watwi lana bu'dahu. Allahumma Antas-Sahibu fis-safari wal-khaleefatu fil-ahli. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min wa'thais-safari wa ka'abatil-mandhari wa su'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is recommended to be recited when embarking on a journey, especially a long road trip. It's best recited just before setting off, or as you begin to travel.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart. Begin by glorifying Allah for enabling you to travel. Then, earnestly ask Him for ease, success, and righteous deeds during your trip. Remember that Allah is your Companion and Protector. Seek refuge in Him from any difficulties, unpleasant sights, or negative consequences that might affect your family or possessions. It is also beneficial to recite Ayatul Kursi and the last three surahs of the Quran (Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Nas) for added protection.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses a holistic request for the well-being of the traveler. It acknowledges Allah's power in making travel possible, seeks His pleasure in our actions, asks for ease and shortened distances, affirms His companionship, and secures His protection against the perils of the journey. Reciting this can bring immense peace of mind, knowing you've entrusted your safety to the Almighty.
Source & Authentication
We were on a journey with the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and the companions. We said: 'O Messenger of Allah, can we dismount and rest?' He said: 'Certainly.' So they dismounted and rested. Then he said: 'Is it not the case that the earth is something that you traverse, and it is one of your highways?' They said: 'Yes.' He said: 'Then when you alight from your mounts, say: Subhanal-ladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina. Wa inna ila Rabbina la-munqalibuna. O Allah, we ask You in this journey of ours for goodness and piety, and for deeds that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us, and make its distance short for us. O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the Successor among the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, and from seeing a miserable sight, and from finding a bad outcome in wealth and family.' When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) returned, he said these words and made this supplication: 'We are returning, repenting, worshipping, and to our Lord we shall return.'