Tehran to Sari route: 179 km through northern Iran
This 179 km route travels from Tehran to Sari through Iran's northern region, covering approximately 36 hours of riding time. The route follows the path toward the Caspian Sea, crossing through Tehran Province with varied terrain and road conditions typical of Iran's landscape.
- Distance
- 179.0 km
- Duration
- 1 day
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Tehran
- End
- Sari
- Stops
- 2
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Tehran — Tehran - the capital of Iran, combines modern urban life with centuries of history. Visitors can explore impressive museums, royal palaces, bustling bazaars, and contemporary art…
- Sari — Sari is the gateway to the lush landscapes of northern Iran and the Caspian Sea region. Surrounded by forests, mountains, and fertile countryside, it offers a refreshing contrast…
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Plan alternative routes in Iran as mountain roads may be closed unexpectedly; small roads through mountains offer scenic alternatives to main highways.
- Transport
- Ferry from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan (Caspian Sea crossing) is unreliable: ferries only depart when full and weather permits, sometimes waiting 2+ weeks; port delays in Aktau can add several days.
- Tip
- Turkmenistan embassy in Mashad can issue visas; useful backup if Tehran embassy delays visa approval while you travel toward the border.
- Avoid
- Fuel quality in Iran is often poor despite low prices; use a fuel filter when refueling to remove particles and protect your motorcycle engine.
- Where to stay
- When arriving at accommodations, ask if you can store your motorcycle inside a garage or secure location rather than leaving it outside.
- Timing
- Spring in Iran offers dramatic seasonal transitions; you may experience winter scenery and barren trees near snow-capped mountains, then spring greenery within short distances.
- Tip
- Popular tourist areas near Caspian Sea attract crowds seeking photos with foreigners; consider quieter spots if you prefer avoiding attention.
Video on this route
[S1 - Eps. 61] SPRING IN IRAN!