Day trip from Qaşr Bin Ghashīr to Al Khums
Al Khums lies 101 km (63 mi) east of Qaşr Bin Ghashīr, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 101 km (63 mi) apart, Al Khums is a realistic day trip from Qaşr Bin Ghashīr: about 1 h 39 min each way by road.
| Qaşr Bin Ghashīr | Al Khums | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Libya | Libya |
| Population | 100,069 | 201,943 |
| Elevation | 71 m (233 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) |
What to see in Al Khums
UNESCO World Heritage in the city: Leptis Magna.
Where to book tours and tickets in Al Khums
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Staying in Al Khums
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Common questions
How far is Al Khums from Qaşr Bin Ghashīr?
101 km (63 mi) in a straight line, east of Qaşr Bin Ghashīr; by road roughly 123 km (77 mi).
How long does it take to get from Qaşr Bin Ghashīr to Al Khums by road?
About 1 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Qaşr Bin Ghashīr and Al Khums?
No, both are on Africa/Tripoli 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.