Mosul to Baghdad by shared car or bus
Mosul to Baghdad takes about 4 hours by road through Baiji, Tikrit and Samarra. Shared-car seats start from 25,000 IQD per person with home pickup, listed departures are at (00:00، 03:00، 18:00), and you can book online with Wb3den Transport.
| Price per seat (from) | 25,000 IQD · front seat 35,000 IQD |
|---|---|
| Journey time | About 4 hours |
| Departures | 00:00، 03:00، 18:00 (daily) |
| Vehicle | sedan |
| Pickup | From your address to your address |
| Amenities | air conditioning |
| Payment | Cash on boarding, ZainCash or card |
| Documents | Unified national ID |
About the Mosul to Baghdad road
Iraq's main northern highway. Checkpoints at the Salah al-Din and Nineveh borders check IDs; choose a morning departure if you prefer to travel in daylight.
Mosul
Mosul is Iraq's second city on the Tigris in the north; the road from Baghdad passes Samarra, Tikrit and Baiji.
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.
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 “Mosul” 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 Mosul to Baghdad?
About 4 hours by car in normal conditions.
How much is Mosul to Baghdad?
From 25,000 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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