Day trip from Basrah to Umm Qaşr
Umm Qaşr lies 54 km (34 mi) south of Basrah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 54 km (34 mi) apart, Umm Qaşr is a realistic day trip from Basrah: about 53 min each way by road.
| Basrah | Umm Qaşr | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 1.3 million | 107,620 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
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Common questions
How far is Umm Qaşr from Basrah?
54 km (34 mi) in a straight line, south of Basrah; by road roughly 66 km (41 mi).
How long does it take to get from Basrah to Umm Qaşr by road?
About 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Basrah and Umm Qaşr?
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.