Driving from Sidon to Beirut
Beirut lies 39 km (24 mi) north of Sidon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 36 min without stops, over roughly 48 km (30 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Sidon | Beirut | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Lebanon | Lebanon |
| Population | 163,554 | 1.9 million |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 40 m (131 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Beirut) | UTC+3 (Asia/Beirut) |
Where to book car hire from Sidon to Beirut
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Staying in Beirut
Our booking partner lists 327 places to stay in Beirut. Of the 274 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (137), and 33 are five-star. Across 104 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 53,119 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Beirut from Sidon?
39 km (24 mi) in a straight line, north of Sidon; by road roughly 48 km (30 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sidon to Beirut by car?
About 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sidon and Beirut?
No, both are on Asia/Beirut at the moment.
Where can I stay in Beirut?
Our booking partner lists 327 places to stay in Beirut, bookable on this site.
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.