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Pyatigorsk → Sochi

Driving from Pyatigorsk to Sochi

Sochi lies 271 km (169 mi) west of Pyatigorsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

Driving takes about 4 h 8 min without stops, over roughly 331 km (206 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.

PyatigorskSochi

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PyatigorskSochi
CountryRussiaRussia
Population142,865327,608
Elevation542 m (1,778 ft)28 m (92 ft)
Time nowUTC+3 (Europe/Moscow)UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow)

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Common questions

How far is Sochi from Pyatigorsk?

271 km (169 mi) in a straight line, west of Pyatigorsk; by road roughly 331 km (206 mi).

How long does it take to get from Pyatigorsk to Sochi by car?

About 4 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Pyatigorsk and Sochi?

No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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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.