Nasiriyah to Baghdad by train
Baghdad lies 308 km (191 mi) north-west of Nasiriyah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 26 min at the speeds typical of Iraq rail, over roughly 376 km (234 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nasiriyah | Baghdad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 558,400 | 7.2 million |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Baghdad railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Baghdad from Nasiriyah?
308 km (191 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Nasiriyah; by road roughly 376 km (234 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nasiriyah to Baghdad by train?
About 4 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nasiriyah and Baghdad?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.