Day trip from Kirkuk to Ash Sharqāt
Ash Sharqāt lies 106 km (66 mi) west of Kirkuk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 106 km (66 mi) apart, Ash Sharqāt is a realistic day trip from Kirkuk: about 1 h 43 min each way by road.
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| Kirkuk | Ash Sharqāt | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 1 million | 160,000 |
| Elevation | 346 m (1,135 ft) | 159 m (522 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
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Common questions
How far is Ash Sharqāt from Kirkuk?
106 km (66 mi) in a straight line, west of Kirkuk; by road roughly 129 km (80 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kirkuk to Ash Sharqāt by road?
About 1 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kirkuk and Ash Sharqāt?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.