Sulaymaniyah to Mosul by train
Mosul lies 225 km (140 mi) north-west of Sulaymaniyah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 14 min at the speeds typical of Iraq rail, over roughly 275 km (171 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sulaymaniyah | Mosul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 878,146 | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 847 m (2,779 ft) | 228 m (748 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 Mosul from Sulaymaniyah?
225 km (140 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Sulaymaniyah; by road roughly 275 km (171 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sulaymaniyah to Mosul by train?
About 3 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sulaymaniyah and Mosul?
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.