Day trip from Tehran to Qom
Qom lies 127 km (79 mi) south-west of Tehran, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 127 km (79 mi) apart, Qom is a realistic day trip from Tehran: about 2 h 4 min each way by road.
| Tehran | Qom | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iran | Iran |
| Population | 7.2 million | 900,000 |
| Elevation | 1,178 m (3,865 ft) | 935 m (3,068 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) |
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Staying in Qom
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Common questions
How far is Qom from Tehran?
127 km (79 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Tehran; by road roughly 155 km (96 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tehran to Qom by road?
About 2 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tehran and Qom?
No, both are on Asia/Tehran 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.