Ar Raqqah to Homs by train
Homs lies 248 km (154 mi) south-west of Ar Raqqah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 34 min at the speeds typical of Syria rail, over roughly 303 km (188 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ar Raqqah | Homs | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Syria |
| Population | 531,952 | 775,404 |
| Elevation | 259 m (850 ft) | 508 m (1,667 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
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Common questions
How far is Homs from Ar Raqqah?
248 km (154 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ar Raqqah; by road roughly 303 km (188 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ar Raqqah to Homs by train?
About 3 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ar Raqqah and Homs?
No, both are on Asia/Damascus at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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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.