Manama to Kuwait City by bus
Kuwait City lies 433 km (269 mi) north-west of Manama, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 8 h 1 min including stops, over roughly 529 km (329 mi) of road.
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| Manama | Kuwait City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bahrain | Kuwait |
| Population | 147,074 | 60,064 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Bahrain) | UTC+3 (Asia/Kuwait) |
What changes when you arrive in Kuwait City
Crossing from Bahrain into Kuwait: money changes from the Dinar to the Dinar (KWD); sockets are BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +965; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Manama to Kuwait City
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Staying in Kuwait City
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Common questions
How far is Kuwait City from Manama?
433 km (269 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Manama; by road roughly 529 km (329 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manama to Kuwait City by bus?
About 8 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manama and Kuwait City?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Kuwait City?
The Dinar (KWD).
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.