Novorossiysk to Kerch by bus
Kerch lies 123 km (76 mi) north-west of Novorossiysk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 2 h 27 min including stops, over roughly 150 km (93 mi) of road.
| Novorossiysk | Kerch | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Ukraine |
| Population | 241,856 | 148,932 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Simferopol) |
What changes when you arrive in Kerch
Crossing from Russia into Ukraine: money changes from the Ruble to the Hryvnia (UAH); the dialling code becomes +380; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
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Staying in Kerch
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Common questions
How far is Kerch from Novorossiysk?
123 km (76 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Novorossiysk; by road roughly 150 km (93 mi).
How long does it take to get from Novorossiysk to Kerch by bus?
About 2 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Novorossiysk and Kerch?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Kerch?
The Hryvnia (UAH).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.