Day trip from Ghardaïa to Ouargla
Ouargla lies 167 km (104 mi) east of Ghardaïa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 167 km (104 mi) apart, Ouargla is a realistic day trip from Ghardaïa: about 2 h 43 min each way by road.
| Ghardaïa | Ouargla | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Algeria |
| Population | 142,913 | 169,928 |
| Elevation | 503 m (1,650 ft) | 138 m (453 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
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Staying in Ouargla
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Common questions
How far is Ouargla from Ghardaïa?
167 km (104 mi) in a straight line, east of Ghardaïa; by road roughly 203 km (126 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ghardaïa to Ouargla by road?
About 2 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ghardaïa and Ouargla?
No, both are on Africa/Algiers 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.