Ulan-Ude to Abakan by bus
Abakan lies 1,106 km (687 mi) west of Ulan-Ude, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 20 h 5 min including stops, over roughly 1,349 km (838 mi) of road.
| Ulan-Ude | Abakan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 360,278 | 184,168 |
| Elevation | 536 m (1,759 ft) | 248 m (814 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) |
Clocks in Abakan are 1 h behind Ulan-Ude right now, so a 20 h 5 min journey lands only 19 h 5 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Abakan from Ulan-Ude?
1,106 km (687 mi) in a straight line, west of Ulan-Ude; by road roughly 1,349 km (838 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ulan-Ude to Abakan by bus?
About 20 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ulan-Ude and Abakan?
Abakan 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.