Astrakhan to Nalchik by bus
Nalchik lies 471 km (293 mi) south-west of Astrakhan, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 8 h 42 min including stops, over roughly 574 km (357 mi) of road.
| Astrakhan | Nalchik | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 533,925 | 239,300 |
| Elevation | -12 m (-39 ft) | 464 m (1,522 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Europe/Astrakhan) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
Clocks in Nalchik are 1 h behind Astrakhan right now, so a 8 h 42 min journey lands only 7 h 42 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Nalchik from Astrakhan?
471 km (293 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Astrakhan; by road roughly 574 km (357 mi).
How long does it take to get from Astrakhan to Nalchik by bus?
About 8 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Astrakhan and Nalchik?
Nalchik is 1 h behind at the moment (Europe/Moscow against Europe/Astrakhan).
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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.