Driving from Damascus to Latakia
Latakia lies 229 km (143 mi) north of Damascus, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 30 min without stops, over roughly 280 km (174 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Damascus | Latakia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Syria |
| Population | 1.6 million | 709,000 |
| Elevation | 701 m (2,300 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) |
Where to book car hire from Damascus to Latakia
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Staying in Latakia
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Common questions
How far is Latakia from Damascus?
229 km (143 mi) in a straight line, north of Damascus; by road roughly 280 km (174 mi).
How long does it take to get from Damascus to Latakia by car?
About 3 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Damascus and Latakia?
No, both are on Asia/Damascus at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.