Rome2Rio

How to get fromIran to Kuwaitby plane, car ferry, taxi, train, car, or bus

Find Transport to Kuwait

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 6 ways to get from Iran to Kuwait by plane, car ferry, taxi, train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly Mehrabad International Airport to Abadan International Airport, car ferry

    best
    1. Fly from Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to Abadan International Airport (ABD)plane plane THR - ABD
    2. Take the carferry from Khorramshahr to Kuwaitcarferry car ferry
    6h 43m
    $122–492

  2. Drive  1,305.3 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Banārūd to Al Aḩmadīcar car 1,305.3 km
    17h 20m
    $40–58

  3. Taxi, train, car ferry, drive

    1. Take the taxi from Banārūd to Zanjāntaxi taxi
    2. Take the train from Zanjān to Tehrantrain train
    3. Take the train from Tehran to Khorramshahrtrain train
    4. Take the carferry from Khorramshahr to Kuwaitcarferry car ferry
    5. Drive from Kuwait to Al Aḩmadīcar car
    19h 42m

  4. Taxi, train, bus, car ferry, drive

    1. Take the taxi from Banārūd to Zanjāntaxi taxi
    2. Take the train from Zanjān to Tehrantrain train
    3. Take the bus from Tehran Beyhaghi Terminal to Arakbus bus
    4. Take the train from Arak to Khorramshahrtrain train
    5. Take the carferry from Khorramshahr to Kuwaitcarferry car ferry
    6. Drive from Kuwait to Al Aḩmadīcar car
    22h 12m

  5. Fly Mehrabad International Airport to Ahwaz International Airport, train, car ferry

    1. Fly from Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to Ahwaz International Airport (AWZ)plane plane THR - AWZ
    2. Take the train from Ahvaz to Khorramshahrtrain train
    3. Take the carferry from Khorramshahr to Kuwaitcarferry car ferry
    8h 50m

  6. Bus to Tehran International Airport, fly to Kuwait International Airport

    1. Take the bus from Azadi Square to Tehran Imam Khomeinibus bus
    2. Fly from Tehran International Airport (IKA) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)plane plane IKA - KWI
    5h 11m
    $129–483

Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to Abadan International Airport (ABD) flights

Calendar7Weekly Planes
Duration1h 10mAverage Duration
Ticket$56Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Iran to Kuwait.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 865.7 km
  • Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Iran and Kuwait?

There is no direct connection from Iran to Kuwait. However, you can take the taxi to Tehran-Mehrabad-Airport-THR airport, fly to Abadan International Airport (ABD), drive to Khorramshahr, take the car ferry to Kuwait, then drive to Kuwait City. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Zanjān, take the train to Tehran, take the train to Khorramshahr, drive to Khorramshahr, take the car ferry to Kuwait, then drive to Al Aḩmadī.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Which side of Niagara Falls should I choose (and how do I get there)?, The London Underground: Essential tips to navigate the Tube, and The beginner’s guide to the 2018 World Nomad Games - to help you get the most out of your next trip.