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Semnan to Baghdad by bus

Prices and times last updated: 2026-09-03

Semnan to Baghdad takes about 18 hours by road via Tehran and the Mandali crossing. The line is listed on Wb3den Transport; trips appear when available.

Price per seatShown when trips are available — private car at a fixed price
Journey timeAbout 18 hours including border processing
DeparturesShown when scheduled trips are available
Vehiclewhole private car
PaymentCash on boarding, ZainCash or card
DocumentsValid passport + required visa
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About the Semnan to Baghdad road

Semnan lies on the Mashhad road east of Tehran. Passport required for every traveller.

Semnan

Semnan lies on the Mashhad road about 220 km east of Tehran.

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.

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

  1. Choose “Semnan” and “Baghdad”, the date and passenger count on the search page.
  2. Compare trips by time, price, vehicle and free seats.
  3. Pick your seat on the vehicle map.
  4. Enter your name and phone, and passport details for each traveller.
  5. Pay cash on boarding or online via ZainCash or card. Your QR ticket arrives instantly and on WhatsApp.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Semnan to Baghdad?

About 18 hours by car in normal conditions.

How much is Semnan to Baghdad?

Prices show when trips are available; a private car is available at a fixed price.

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