Driving from Kandahār to Kunduz
Kunduz lies 638 km (397 mi) north-east of Kandahār, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 9 h 44 min without stops, over roughly 779 km (484 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kandahār | Kunduz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Afghanistan | Afghanistan |
| Population | 523,300 | 161,902 |
| Elevation | 1,007 m (3,304 ft) | 402 m (1,319 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) |
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Common questions
How far is Kunduz from Kandahār?
638 km (397 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kandahār; by road roughly 779 km (484 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kandahār to Kunduz by car?
About 9 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kandahār and Kunduz?
No, both are on Asia/Kabul 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.