Day trip from Mosul to Simele
Simele lies 63 km (39 mi) north of Mosul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 63 km (39 mi) apart, Simele is a realistic day trip from Mosul: about 1 h 1 min each way by road.
| Mosul | Simele | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 1.7 million | 152,512 |
| Elevation | 228 m (748 ft) | 463 m (1,519 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
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Staying in Simele
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Common questions
How far is Simele from Mosul?
63 km (39 mi) in a straight line, north of Mosul; by road roughly 77 km (48 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mosul to Simele by road?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mosul and Simele?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad 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 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.