Ankara to Elista by train
Elista lies 1,165 km (724 mi) north-east of Ankara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 45 min at the speeds typical of Turkey and Russia rail, over roughly 1,421 km (883 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ankara | Elista | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Russia |
| Population | 3.5 million | 106,971 |
| Elevation | 874 m (2,867 ft) | 94 m (308 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Hipodrom railway station, Gazi Mahallesi railway station, Gazi railway station | Elista railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Elista
Crossing from Turkey into Russia: money changes from the Lira to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Where to book trains from Ankara to Elista
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Staying in Elista
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Common questions
How far is Elista from Ankara?
1,165 km (724 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Ankara; by road roughly 1,421 km (883 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Elista by train?
About 12 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ankara and Elista?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Elista?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.