Kerman to Yazd route: 2 stops through Iran's Kerman Province
This 311.7 km route connects Kerman and Yazd through Iran's Kerman Province via scenic secondary roads, offering an alternative to major expressways. The journey takes approximately 3,741 minutes of travel time across diverse Iranian landscapes between these two historic cities.
- Distance
- 311.7 km
- Duration
- 2 days
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Kerman
- End
- Yazd
- Stops
- 2
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Kerman — Kerman is a historic desert city known for its ancient bazaars, traditional Persian architecture, and proximity to some of Iran’s most spectacular natural landscapes. Visitors can…
- Yazd — Yazd is one of Iran’s most atmospheric cities, famous for its maze of mud-brick alleyways and iconic windcatchers. As a UNESCO World Heritage city, it showcases ingenious desert…
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- The route from Kerman to Yazd via Zarand (smaller road) takes approximately 5 hours of riding instead of the big expressway.
- Transport
- Be prepared for police stops when traveling solo by motorcycle in Iran. Police may provide escorts through less-trafficked desert areas for safety.
- Timing
- Bafgh is located approximately 100 kilometers before Yazd on the Kerman-Yazd route, useful as a stopping point to eat.
- Tip
- Nowruz (Iranian New Year) celebrations feature decorated tables with items starting with 'S' in Farsi (including goldfish, coins, honey, herbs, eggs, garlic, flowers) for good luck.
- Where to stay
- Hostels in Yazd can be quiet and peaceful, with guests often out on day tours; suitable for multi-day stays to explore surrounding areas.
Video on this route
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