Day trip from Sāmarrā’ to Kirkuk
Kirkuk lies 149 km (92 mi) north of Sāmarrā’, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 149 km (92 mi) apart, Kirkuk is a realistic day trip from Sāmarrā’: about 2 h 25 min each way by road.
| Sāmarrā’ | Kirkuk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 158,508 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 80 m (262 ft) | 346 m (1,135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
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Staying in Kirkuk
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Common questions
How far is Kirkuk from Sāmarrā’?
149 km (92 mi) in a straight line, north of Sāmarrā’; by road roughly 182 km (113 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sāmarrā’ to Kirkuk by road?
About 2 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sāmarrā’ and Kirkuk?
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 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.