Irkutsk to Kyzyl by bus
Kyzyl lies 677 km (421 mi) west of Irkutsk, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 24 min including stops, over roughly 826 km (513 mi) of road.
| Irkutsk | Kyzyl | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 623,869 | 116,983 |
| Elevation | 415 m (1,362 ft) | 612 m (2,008 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) |
Clocks in Kyzyl are 1 h behind Irkutsk right now, so a 12 h 24 min journey lands only 11 h 24 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Kyzyl from Irkutsk?
677 km (421 mi) in a straight line, west of Irkutsk; by road roughly 826 km (513 mi).
How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Kyzyl by bus?
About 12 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irkutsk and Kyzyl?
Kyzyl is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Krasnoyarsk against Asia/Irkutsk).
Where these facts come from
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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.