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BasrahAl Fāw

Driving from Basrah to Al Fāw

Al Fāw lies 89 km (55 mi) south-east of Basrah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

Driving takes about 1 h 22 min without stops, over roughly 109 km (68 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.

BasrahAl Fāw

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BasrahAl Fāw
CountryIraqIraq
Population1.3 million104,569
Elevation4 m (13 ft)2 m (7 ft)
Time nowUTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad)UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad)

Where to book car hire from Basrah to Al Fāw

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Staying in Al Fāw

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Common questions

How far is Al Fāw from Basrah?

89 km (55 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Basrah; by road roughly 109 km (68 mi).

How long does it take to get from Basrah to Al Fāw by car?

About 1 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Basrah and Al Fāw?

No, both are on Asia/Baghdad at the moment.

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.