Aden to Sanaa by train
Sanaa lies 300 km (186 mi) north of Aden, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 19 min at the speeds typical of Yemen rail, over roughly 366 km (227 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Aden | Sanaa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Yemen | Yemen |
| Population | 1.1 million | 1.9 million |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 2,253 m (7,392 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Aden) | UTC+3 (Asia/Aden) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Aden to Sanaa
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Common questions
How far is Sanaa from Aden?
300 km (186 mi) in a straight line, north of Aden; by road roughly 366 km (227 mi).
How long does it take to get from Aden to Sanaa by train?
About 4 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aden and Sanaa?
No, both are on Asia/Aden at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.