Baku to Gabala
 Baku to Gabala Road Distance
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215 km |
 Baku to Gabala Aerial Distance
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181 km |
 Baku to Gabala Travel Time
|
4 hours |
How to reach Gabala from Baku
The most preferred way to travel from Baku to Gabala is by road. The distance between both the cities is approximately 215 km and it takes around 4 hours to cover it by car or taxi. You can rent cars in Baku and drive them yourself to Gabala while enjoying the scenic beauty. The roads to Gabala are in good condition, allowing a seamless journey. You can also hire a taxi for a more convenient option. There are regular buses and marshrutkas (minibusses) running from Baku to Gabala, providing more budget-friendly alternatives. A high-speed passenger train also runs between these cities.
Knowing The Details
| 1. Baku to Gabala by Car |
| 2. Baku to Gabala by Cab |
| 3. Baku to Gabala by Train |
| 4. Baku to Gabala by Bus |
| 5. Popular Routes to Gabala |
| 6. Popular Routes from Baku |
| 7. Places to Visit in Gabala |
| 8. Hotels in Gabala |
1. Baku to Gabala by Car
You can rent a car from any private rental service in Baku. It can cost you around 70-90 AZN per day, depending on your choice of car. You will be required to pay for the fuel yourself. There are multiple petrol stations around the city of Baku that accept both cash and credit cards as a payment method. Make sure to have a navigation app installed on your phone before embarking on the journey. Although Google Maps is a good option, the Waze app is preferred by the locals in the region.
Via Shamakhi-Yevlak
Distance: Approximately 216 km
Time: Around 3 hours and 50 minutes
Road Conditions: Well maintained, with occasional rugged lanes
Attractions on the Way: Shamakhi
Food options: You can find some street food vendors on the way or stop at Shamakhi for a meal.
Via M2 and R15
Distance: Approximately 335 km
Time: Around 4 hours and 15 minutes
Road Conditions: Well maintained, with occasional rugged lanes
Attractions on the Way: Gobustan
2. Baku to Gabala by Cab
Private taxi cost: AZN 150-180
Shared taxi: AZN 15-20
Guided tour: AZN 100 per person
Distance: Approximately 216 km
Duration: 3 hours and 50 minutes
3. Baku to Gabala by Train
There is a weekly train from Baku to Gabala which departs from Baku railway station. The railway station is located near 28 May Mall and can be easily reached by metro as the 28 May metro station is adjacent to it. The tickets for this journey can be purchased online as well as from the station’s ticket counter. Foreigners are required to present an identity document while purchasing a ticket.
Distance: 309 Km
Duration: 3 hours and 20 minutes
Timings: Departing from Baku at 8:00 AM every Saturday and arriving at Gabala at 11:20 AM
Ticket cost: AZN 14 (standard class ticket), AZN 31 (business class ticket)
Children up to 5 years old can travel with their guardians for free and children from 5 to 10 years old are issued tickets at a discounted rate.
4. Baku to Gabala by Bus
Distance: 315 Km
Duration: 4 hours
Ticket cost: AZN 9.5
Popular Routes to Gabala
| Important Routes | Time Taken | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baku to Gabala | 4 hours | 215 km |
Popular Routes from Baku
| Important Routes | Time Taken | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baku to Gabala | 4 hours | 215 km |
| Baku to Sheki | 4 - 6 hours | 360 km |
| Baku to Ganja | 4 - 5 hours | 360 km |
| Baku to Lankaran | 3 hours | 250 km |
| Baku to Sumqayit | 45 minutes to 1 hour | 31 km |
| Baku to Naftalan | 4 - 5 hours | 330 km |
