Baku to Sumqayit -> Distance, Car, Cab, Train

Baku to Sumqayit

Baku to Sumqayit Road Distance

31 km

Baku to Sumqayit Aerial Distance

28 km

Baku to Sumqayit Travel Time

45 minutes to 1 hour

How to reach Sumqayit from Baku

Sumqayit, located just 31 kilometers northwest of Baku, serves as an important industrial center and port city along the Caspian Sea coast. Traveling from Baku to Sumqayit is a convenient and straightforward journey, with various modes of transportation available to suit different preferences and schedules. The distance between Baku and Sumqayit is relatively short, spanning approximately 31 kilometers. It takes around 45 minutes to 1 hour by car to cover this journey making it easily accessible for day trips or short excursions from Baku.

Knowing The Details

1. Baku to Sumqayit by Car

2. Baku to Sumqayit by Cab

3. Baku to Sumqayit by Train

4. Popular Routes to Sumqayit

5. Popular Routes from Baku

6. Places to Visit in Sumqayit

7. Hotels in Sumqayit

1. Baku to Sumqayit by Car

There are multiple car rental services available in Baku. It can cost you around 70-90 AZN per day, depending on your choice of car. The fuel charges are not included. Make sure to fill up the car's fuel tank before departing from Baku, as gas stations may be less frequent along the route. 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 E119
Distance: Approximately 38 km
Time: Around 45 minutes
Road Conditions: Well-maintained

2. Baku to Sumqayit by Cab

You can book shared or private taxis from Heydar Aliyev International Airport or Taxi terminals across the city. The taxis can also be found outside the Baku International Bus Terminal. Many tour services also provide guided day tours to Sumaqayit.

Private taxi cost: AZN 15-30
Distance: Approximately 38 km
Duration: 1 hour

3. Baku to Sumqayit by Train

There are regular high-speed trains running daily from Baku to Sumqayit at an interval of 1-2 hours. There are two routes to reach Sumqayit by train; Baku-Pirshaghi-Sumgayit and Baku-Khirdalan-Sumgayit. They run from Baku railway station which is located near the 28 May metro station. 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: 364 Km
Duration: 50 minutes
Ticket cost: AZN 1.10 (standard class ticket), AZN 2.10 (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.

Popular Routes to Sumqayit