Astrakhan to Derbent by train
Derbent lies 477 km (296 mi) south of Astrakhan, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 51 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 582 km (361 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Astrakhan | Derbent | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 533,925 | 105,965 |
| Elevation | -12 m (-39 ft) | -13 m (-43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Europe/Astrakhan) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Astrakhan I railway station, Sofyi Perovskoy railway station | Derbent railway station |
Clocks in Derbent are 1 h behind Astrakhan right now, so a 6 h 51 min journey lands only 5 h 51 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Derbent from Astrakhan?
477 km (296 mi) in a straight line, south of Astrakhan; by road roughly 582 km (361 mi).
How long does it take to get from Astrakhan to Derbent by train?
About 6 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Astrakhan and Derbent?
Derbent is 1 h behind at the moment (Europe/Moscow against Europe/Astrakhan).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.