Private car from Basra to Türkiye
A private car from Basra to Türkiye with a driver: via Duhok, Zakho and the Ibrahim Khalil crossing, about 1250 km and 17½ hours to Mardin including border processing, and about 2565 km and 34 hours to Istanbul. A fixed whole-car price is confirmed before departure. Pickup from your address in Basra; book online with Wb3den Transport, the #1 and only online platform in Iraq for trips to nearby countries.
| Destination | Distance | Approx. time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mardin | 1250 km | 17½ hours | fixed quote on request |
| Diyarbakır | 1345 km | 19 hours | fixed quote on request |
| Ankara | 2135 km | 28½ hours | fixed quote on request |
| Istanbul | 2565 km | 34 hours | fixed quote on request |
Border and documents
Crossing: Ibrahim Khalil (Zakho) – Silopi crossing
A valid passport and a valid Turkish visa or residence permit for Iraqi citizens. An Iraqi car needs vehicle entry papers (insurance); some drivers prefer a car swap at the crossing, and we explain the arrangement when we confirm the price.
How the trip works
The driver collects you from your address in Basra and heads via Duhok, Zakho and the Ibrahim Khalil crossing. At the crossing you step out for exit and entry stamps, then continue in the same car or a car from the other side, depending on the agreed arrangement. The whole-car price is fixed, covers driver and fuel, and is confirmed before departure together with the departure hour and stops.
Available vehicles
| Vehicle | Seats | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 3 passengers | cheapest for singles and couples |
| Mercedes C300 | 4 passengers | extra comfort for business trips |
| Pacifica (family van) | 6 passengers | families and lots of luggage |
| GMC Yukon (SUV) | 7 passengers | groups and long roads |
What the price includes
- The whole car for you and your companions only, with a licensed driver; no strangers and no waiting for seats to fill.
- Pickup from your address (home, hotel, airport) and drop-off at the address you choose in the destination city.
- A fixed price agreed before departure that covers fuel and driver; no meter and no surprises.
- Stops on the way as you like (rest, prayer, food) within the agreed time.
- Your choice of vehicle (sedan, C300, family van, GMC) and departure time, day or night.
How to request a private car
- Open the private-car page and choose origin, destination, date, departure time and vehicle type.
- Enter your name, phone and pickup address and send the request (or message us on WhatsApp).
- We confirm the fixed price and the car and driver details within minutes on WhatsApp. Lines with listed cars at a set price are booked and paid immediately online.
- Pay cash to the driver or online (ZainCash or card) depending on the line; we confirm the method with the price, and the ticket arrives on WhatsApp.
The cheaper alternative: a shared car to Erbil or Duhok, then a direct Turkish coach to Istanbul, Ankara, Diyarbakır or Mardin, all bookable on the platform. Iraq – Türkiye coaches
Prefer a seat instead of a whole car? Book it directly
Seats in shared cars and VIP buses on every scheduled line between governorates and to Türkiye, Iran and Jordan are booked directly online on the website or the app, with no phone call and no middleman: pick the trip and your seat on the vehicle map, enter your name and number, pay cash on boarding or online, and the QR ticket reaches you instantly on WhatsApp. It is the cheapest option for individuals.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a private car from Basra to Türkiye?
A fixed whole-car price depending on destination and vehicle, confirmed within minutes on WhatsApp.
How long is Basra to Mardin?
About 17½ hours including border processing, for roughly 1250 km.
Does the same car cross the border?
It depends on the arrangement: some drivers cross with their own car, others hand you over to a car from the other side at the crossing; we explain this when we confirm the price.
What documents do I need?
A valid passport and a valid Turkish visa or residence permit for Iraqi citizens. An Iraqi car needs vehicle entry papers (insurance); some drivers prefer a car swap at the crossing, and we explain the arrangement when we confirm the price.
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