Baghdad to Semnan by bus
Baghdad to Semnan by bus takes about 18 hours via the Mandali crossing and Tehran. Wb3den Transport lists regular departures at 16:00 from Baghdad - Hay Alqahira - Near Alnidaa' Mosque for 50,000 IQD per seat. Book online; pay cash on boarding or online.
| Price per seat (from) | 50,000 IQD |
|---|---|
| Journey time | About 18 hours including border processing |
| Departures | 16:00 (several times a week) |
| Vehicle | bus |
| Pickup point | Baghdad - Hay Alqahira - Near Alnidaa' Mosque |
| Drop-off | Semnan University |
| Amenities | air conditioning, USB ports, reclining seats |
| Payment | Cash on boarding, ZainCash or card |
| Documents | Valid passport + required visa |
About the Baghdad to Semnan road
Semnan lies on the Mashhad road east of Tehran. Passport required for every traveller.
Baghdad
Baghdad is the capital and Iraq's biggest transport hub; northbound and westbound cars traditionally leave from Al-Alawi garage and southbound cars from Al-Nahda garage, while trips booked online pick you up at your address in most districts.
Semnan
Semnan lies on the Mashhad road about 220 km east of Tehran.
Operator notes
- Please arrive 20 minutes before departure time.
- Normal bus to borders then VIP bus.
- Total trip time depends on border procedures.
What to expect
The border
A minibus takes you from Baghdad to the crossing (Mandali/Khosravi), then an Iranian VIP coach. Border processing can be long in pilgrimage seasons and is not precisely counted in the journey time.
Documents
A valid passport; check the current visa procedure for Iraqi citizens before travelling (advance visa or seasonal pilgrim arrangements).
Coach and luggage
VIP coaches with reclining seats, air conditioning and USB, one large bag in the hold and a hand bag inside, with prayer and meal stops.
Payment
Cash on boarding or in advance via ZainCash or card. Arrive 20 minutes before departure.
How to book
- Choose “Baghdad” and “Semnan”, 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, and passport details for each traveller.
- Pay cash on boarding or online via ZainCash or card. Your QR ticket arrives instantly and on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Baghdad to Semnan?
50,000 IQD per seat.
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