Driving from Kassala to Port Sudan
Port Sudan lies 471 km (293 mi) north of Kassala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 11 min without stops, over roughly 575 km (357 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Kassala | Port Sudan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sudan | Sudan |
| Population | 401,477 | 489,725 |
| Elevation | 507 m (1,663 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) |
Where to book car hire from Kassala to Port Sudan
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Staying in Port Sudan
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Common questions
How far is Port Sudan from Kassala?
471 km (293 mi) in a straight line, north of Kassala; by road roughly 575 km (357 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kassala to Port Sudan by car?
About 7 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kassala and Port Sudan?
No, both are on Africa/Khartoum 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.