Kandahār to Kabul by train
Kabul lies 457 km (284 mi) north-east of Kandahār, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 34 min at the speeds typical of Afghanistan rail, over roughly 558 km (347 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kandahār | Kabul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Afghanistan | Afghanistan |
| Population | 523,300 | 4.4 million |
| Elevation | 1,007 m (3,304 ft) | 1,798 m (5,899 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Kandahār to Kabul
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Staying in Kabul
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Kabul. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 5-star (1), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 35 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kabul from Kandahār?
457 km (284 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kandahār; by road roughly 558 km (347 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kandahār to Kabul by train?
About 6 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kandahār and Kabul?
No, both are on Asia/Kabul at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kabul?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Kabul, bookable on this site.
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.