Day trip from Basrah to Al Qurnah
Al Qurnah lies 65 km (41 mi) north-west of Basrah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 65 km (41 mi) apart, Al Qurnah is a realistic day trip from Basrah: about 1 h 4 min each way by road.
| Basrah | Al Qurnah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 1.3 million | 134,174 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
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Staying in Al Qurnah
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Common questions
How far is Al Qurnah from Basrah?
65 km (41 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Basrah; by road roughly 80 km (50 mi).
How long does it take to get from Basrah to Al Qurnah by road?
About 1 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Basrah and Al Qurnah?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad 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.