Private car from Erbil to Basra
A private car from Erbil to Basra with a licensed driver: the road is about 865 km and takes about 11 hours, and the fixed whole-car price is confirmed within minutes. Pickup from your address in Erbil, drop-off at your address in Basra, your choice of vehicle and departure time. Book online with Wb3den Transport, the #1 and only online intercity booking platform in Iraq.
| Distance | about 865 km |
|---|---|
| Journey time | about 11 hours |
| Pickup | from your address in Erbil |
| Drop-off | to your address in Basra |
| Vehicles | sedan 3 · C300 4 · van 6 · GMC 7 passengers |
| Payment | Cash to the driver or online (ZainCash or card) depending on the line; we confirm the method with the price |
Why a private car on this line
A long trip (11 hours) usually done with two or three stops. Night travel is safe and the usual choice on these lines: most travellers leave at night to arrive in the morning, or pick a larger car (van or GMC) for more comfort and luggage space. The driver knows the checkpoints and the turns; you sleep.
The road passes checkpoints between governorates; carry your unified national ID (or passport for non-Iraqis) and the driver handles the rest.
Erbil
Erbil (Hawler) is the capital of the Kurdistan Region; its main bus terminal is the departure point for international lines to Türkiye, and cars to Baghdad, Sulaimaniya and Duhok run through the day.
Basra
Basra is the port city of the far south on the Shatt al-Arab, about 550 km from Baghdad on the southern highway via Kut and Amara or Hilla and Nasiriyah.
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.
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 Erbil to Basra?
The whole-car price is fixed and confirmed within minutes according to vehicle type and date; send the request online or on WhatsApp. For comparison, seats in shared cars are sold per person on scheduled lines.
How long is the drive from Erbil to Basra?
About 11 hours for roughly 865 km in normal conditions, a little more with checkpoints and stops.
Does the driver pick me up from home?
Yes, from any address in Erbil (home, hotel or airport) to the address you choose in Basra.
Can we stop on the way or pass through another city?
Yes. Short stops are included, and any extra leg or city is priced into the fixed quote before departure.
How do I pay?
Cash to the driver or online (ZainCash or card) depending on the line; we confirm the method with the price.
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