Driving from Al Bāb to Homs
Homs lies 197 km (122 mi) south of Al Bāb, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h without stops, over roughly 240 km (149 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Al Bāb | Homs | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Syria |
| Population | 130,745 | 775,404 |
| Elevation | 460 m (1,509 ft) | 508 m (1,667 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) |
Where to book car hire from Al Bāb to Homs
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Staying in Homs
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Common questions
How far is Homs from Al Bāb?
197 km (122 mi) in a straight line, south of Al Bāb; by road roughly 240 km (149 mi).
How long does it take to get from Al Bāb to Homs by car?
About 3 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Al Bāb and Homs?
No, both are on Asia/Damascus at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.