Mosul to Erbil by shared car or bus
Erbil to Mosul takes about 1 hour by road on the direct highway (about 85 km). Shared-car seats start from 10,000 IQD per person with home pickup; book online with Wb3den Transport.
| Price per seat (from) | 10,000 IQD · front seat 15,000 IQD |
|---|---|
| Journey time | About 1 hour |
| Departures | 05:00, 10:00, 15:00, 21:00 (daily) |
| Vehicle | sedan |
| 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 Mosul to Erbil road
The shortest line between two major northern cities, with a checkpoint at the Region boundary. Sedans or SUVs. The driver collects you from your address and drops you at your address.
Mosul
Mosul is Iraq's second city on the Tigris in the north; the road from Baghdad passes Samarra, Tikrit and Baiji.
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 “Mosul” 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 Mosul to Erbil?
About 1 hour by car in normal conditions.
How much is Mosul to Erbil?
From 10,000 IQD per seat as currently listed.
Does the driver pick me up from home?
Yes. Listed trips include pickup from your address in Mosul and drop-off at your address in Erbil.
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