Driving from Shahrisabz to Bukhara
Bukhara lies 221 km (137 mi) west of Shahrisabz, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 22 min without stops, over roughly 270 km (168 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Shahrisabz | Bukhara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uzbekistan | Uzbekistan |
| Population | 142,700 | 280,187 |
| Elevation | 631 m (2,070 ft) | 220 m (722 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Samarkand) | UTC+5 (Asia/Samarkand) |
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Common questions
How far is Bukhara from Shahrisabz?
221 km (137 mi) in a straight line, west of Shahrisabz; by road roughly 270 km (168 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shahrisabz to Bukhara by car?
About 3 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shahrisabz and Bukhara?
No, both are on Asia/Samarkand 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 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.