Erbil to Baghdad by train
Baghdad lies 319 km (198 mi) south of Erbil, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 35 min at the speeds typical of Iraq rail, over roughly 389 km (242 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Erbil | Baghdad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 1.6 million | 7.2 million |
| Elevation | 429 m (1,407 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Baghdad railway station |
Where to book trains from Erbil to Baghdad
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Common questions
How far is Baghdad from Erbil?
319 km (198 mi) in a straight line, south of Erbil; by road roughly 389 km (242 mi).
How long does it take to get from Erbil to Baghdad by train?
About 4 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Erbil and Baghdad?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.