Nasiriyah to Sulaymaniyah by train
Sulaymaniyah lies 507 km (315 mi) north of Nasiriyah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 17 min at the speeds typical of Iraq rail, over roughly 618 km (384 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Nasiriyah | Sulaymaniyah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 558,400 | 878,146 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 847 m (2,779 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
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Common questions
How far is Sulaymaniyah from Nasiriyah?
507 km (315 mi) in a straight line, north of Nasiriyah; by road roughly 618 km (384 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nasiriyah to Sulaymaniyah by train?
About 7 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nasiriyah and Sulaymaniyah?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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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.