Driving from Irkutsk to Ulan-Ude
Ulan-Ude lies 232 km (144 mi) east of Irkutsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 32 min without stops, over roughly 283 km (176 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Irkutsk | Ulan-Ude | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 623,869 | 360,278 |
| Elevation | 415 m (1,362 ft) | 536 m (1,759 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) |
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Staying in Ulan-Ude
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Common questions
How far is Ulan-Ude from Irkutsk?
232 km (144 mi) in a straight line, east of Irkutsk; by road roughly 283 km (176 mi).
How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Ulan-Ude by car?
About 3 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irkutsk and Ulan-Ude?
No, both are on Asia/Irkutsk at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.