Béjaïa to Sétif by train
Sétif lies 69 km (43 mi) south-east of Béjaïa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h at the speeds typical of Algeria rail, over roughly 85 km (53 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Béjaïa | Sétif | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Algeria |
| Population | 176,139 | 252,127 |
| Elevation | 86 m (282 ft) | 1,096 m (3,596 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Stations on record | Béjaïa train station | Sétif train station |
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Common questions
How far is Sétif from Béjaïa?
69 km (43 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Béjaïa; by road roughly 85 km (53 mi).
How long does it take to get from Béjaïa to Sétif by train?
About 1 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Béjaïa and Sétif?
No, both are on Africa/Algiers 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.