Driving from Kufa to Mosul
Mosul lies 492 km (305 mi) north of Kufa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 30 min without stops, over roughly 600 km (373 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kufa | Mosul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 110,000 | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 228 m (748 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
Where to book car hire from Kufa to Mosul
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Staying in Mosul
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Common questions
How far is Mosul from Kufa?
492 km (305 mi) in a straight line, north of Kufa; by road roughly 600 km (373 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kufa to Mosul by car?
About 7 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kufa and Mosul?
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.