Driving from Tobruk to Sirte
Sirte lies 704 km (437 mi) west of Tobruk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 10 h 44 min without stops, over roughly 859 km (534 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Tobruk | Sirte | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Libya | Libya |
| Population | 141,499 | 106,705 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) |
Where to book car hire from Tobruk to Sirte
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Staying in Sirte
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Common questions
How far is Sirte from Tobruk?
704 km (437 mi) in a straight line, west of Tobruk; by road roughly 859 km (534 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tobruk to Sirte by car?
About 10 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tobruk and Sirte?
No, both are on Africa/Tripoli at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.