Day trip from Umm Qaşr to Basrah
Basrah lies 54 km (34 mi) north of Umm Qaşr, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 54 km (34 mi) apart, Basrah is a realistic day trip from Umm Qaşr: about 53 min each way by road.
| Umm Qaşr | Basrah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 107,620 | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 13 m (43 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Basrah
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Staying in Basrah
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Common questions
How far is Basrah from Umm Qaşr?
54 km (34 mi) in a straight line, north of Umm Qaşr; by road roughly 66 km (41 mi).
How long does it take to get from Umm Qaşr to Basrah by road?
About 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Umm Qaşr and Basrah?
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.