Erbil to Baghdad by shared car or bus
Erbil to Baghdad takes about 5 hours by road via Kirkuk. Shared-car seats start from 35,000 IQD per person with home pickup, cars leave several times a day (00:00، 06:00، 12:00), and you can 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، 06:00، 12:00 (daily) |
| Vehicle | sedan, SUV |
| Pickup | From your address to your address |
| Amenities | air conditioning |
| Payment | Cash on boarding, ZainCash or card |
| Documents | Unified national ID |
About the Erbil to Baghdad road
This is the busiest intercity corridor 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.
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.
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.
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
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 women and families are seated together; a whole private car is the most comfortable option for families.
How to book
- Choose “Erbil” and “Baghdad”, 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 Erbil to Baghdad?
About 5 hours by car in normal conditions.
How much is Erbil to Baghdad?
From 35,000 IQD per seat as currently listed.
Does the driver pick me up from home?
Yes. Listed trips include pickup from your address and drop-off at your address.
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