Algiers to Sétif by train
Sétif lies 217 km (135 mi) east of Algiers, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 7 min at the speeds typical of Algeria rail, over roughly 264 km (164 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Algiers | Sétif | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Algeria |
| Population | 2.4 million | 252,127 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 1,096 m (3,596 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Stations on record | Algiers, Rouïba | Sétif train station |
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Common questions
How far is Sétif from Algiers?
217 km (135 mi) in a straight line, east of Algiers; by road roughly 264 km (164 mi).
How long does it take to get from Algiers to Sétif by train?
About 3 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Algiers and Sétif?
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.