The principal route is from the Syrian border at Tel-Kotchek to Mosul, Baghdad and Al Basrah. Trains also run from Baghdad to Kirkuk and Arbil. A service operates three times daily between Baghdad and Al Basrah. Some sleeping cars, restaurants and air-conditioned coaches are available. Many tracks were destroyed during the fighting and it is uncertain if any passenger services are running at all.
Traffic drives on the right.
Services run from Baghdad and other main cities. Services are available both in cities and for transit. Fares should be negotiated in advance. Metered taxis charge twice the amount shown on the meter. Tipping is not necessary.