Driving from Irkutsk to Bratsk
Bratsk lies 461 km (286 mi) north of Irkutsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 2 min without stops, over roughly 562 km (349 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Irkutsk | Bratsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 623,869 | 256,600 |
| Elevation | 415 m (1,362 ft) | 443 m (1,453 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) |
Where to book car hire from Irkutsk to Bratsk
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Staying in Bratsk
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Common questions
How far is Bratsk from Irkutsk?
461 km (286 mi) in a straight line, north of Irkutsk; by road roughly 562 km (349 mi).
How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Bratsk by car?
About 7 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irkutsk and Bratsk?
No, both are on Asia/Irkutsk at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.