Algiers to Chlef by train
Chlef lies 169 km (105 mi) west of Algiers, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 26 min at the speeds typical of Algeria rail, over roughly 206 km (128 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Algiers | Chlef | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Algeria |
| Population | 2.4 million | 178,616 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 116 m (381 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Stations on record | Algiers, Rouïba | Gare de Chlef |
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Common questions
How far is Chlef from Algiers?
169 km (105 mi) in a straight line, west of Algiers; by road roughly 206 km (128 mi).
How long does it take to get from Algiers to Chlef by train?
About 2 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Algiers and Chlef?
No, both are on Africa/Algiers at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.