Baghdad to Erbil by shared car or bus
Baghdad to Erbil takes about 5 hours by road via Kirkuk. Seats in a shared car start from 35,000 IQD per person with home pickup, and cars leave several times a day (00:00, 00:30, 05:00, 06:00, 12:00, 12:30 and 19:00). Book online with Wb3den Transport and pay cash on boarding or online.
| Price per seat (from) | 35,000 IQD · front seat 50,000 IQD |
|---|---|
| Journey time | About 5 hours |
| Departures | 00:00, 00:30, 05:00, 06:00, 12:00, 12:30, 19:00 (daily) |
| Vehicle | SUV |
| Pickup | From your address to your address |
| Amenities | air conditioning, Coffee |
| Payment | Cash on boarding or online via ZainCash or card |
| Documents | Unified national ID |
About the Baghdad to Erbil road
This is one of the busiest intercity corridors in Iraq: commuters, students and families move between the capital and the capital of the Kurdistan Region every day. The usual road runs through Baqubah and Kirkuk, with checkpoints along the way, so carry your national ID or passport.
Trips listed on the platform are shared cars (a sedan for three passengers or an SUV for six to seven) with named seat reservations; the front seat is sold at a higher price for those who want it. The driver picks you up at your address in Baghdad and drops you at your address in Erbil, so there is no need to go to the garage.
Baghdad
Baghdad is the capital and Iraq's biggest transport hub; shared cars traditionally leave from the city's main garages (Al-Nahda and Al-Alawi), while trips booked online pick you up at your address in most districts.
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.
Also spelled: Arbil, Hawler.
Operator notes
- Pickup from home.
- Pay online or cash on arrival.
What to expect
Checkpoints
There are checkpoints on intercity roads and at city entrances; carry your unified national ID, and foreign nationals their passport and residency or visa.
Luggage
Allowance depends on the operator, typically one large bag plus a hand bag per seat in shared cars; request a private car for extra luggage.
Women and families
Seats in shared cars are reserved by name and operators generally seat women and families together on request; a whole private car is the most comfortable option for families.
How to book
- Choose “Baghdad” and “Erbil”, the date and passenger count on the search page.
- Compare trips by time, price, vehicle and free seats.
- Pick your seat on the vehicle map.
- Enter your name and phone.
- Pay cash on boarding or online via ZainCash or card. Your QR ticket arrives instantly and on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Baghdad to Erbil?
About 5 hours in normal conditions; checkpoints and traffic around Kirkuk can add a little.
How much does Baghdad to Erbil cost?
Seats currently listed on the platform start from 35,000 IQD per person in a shared car; the front seat costs more. Families can request a whole private car instead.
Do I need a passport to travel from Baghdad to Erbil?
No. Iraqi citizens travel with the unified national ID. Foreign nationals should carry their passport and residency.
Does the driver pick me up from home?
Yes. Listed trips include pickup from your address in Baghdad and drop-off at your address in Erbil.
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