Day trip from Latakia to Homs
Homs lies 124 km (77 mi) south-east of Latakia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 124 km (77 mi) apart, Homs is a realistic day trip from Latakia: about 2 h 1 min each way by road.
| Latakia | Homs | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Syria |
| Population | 709,000 | 775,404 |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 508 m (1,667 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Homs
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Staying in Homs
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Common questions
How far is Homs from Latakia?
124 km (77 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Latakia; by road roughly 151 km (94 mi).
How long does it take to get from Latakia to Homs by road?
About 2 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Latakia and Homs?
No, both are on Asia/Damascus 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.