Day trip from Nukus to Xiva
Xiva lies 135 km (84 mi) south-east of Nukus, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 135 km (84 mi) apart, Xiva is a realistic day trip from Nukus: about 2 h 12 min each way by road.
| Nukus | Xiva | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uzbekistan | Uzbekistan |
| Population | 332,500 | 115,000 |
| Elevation | 67 m (220 ft) | 98 m (322 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Samarkand) | UTC+5 (Asia/Samarkand) |
What to see in Xiva
UNESCO World Heritage in the city: Itchan Kala.
Where to book tours and tickets in Xiva
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Staying in Xiva
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Common questions
How far is Xiva from Nukus?
135 km (84 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Nukus; by road roughly 164 km (102 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nukus to Xiva by road?
About 2 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nukus and Xiva?
No, both are on Asia/Samarkand 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.