Donetsk to Melitopol by train
Melitopol lies 224 km (139 mi) south-west of Donetsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 13 min at the speeds typical of Ukraine rail, over roughly 273 km (170 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Donetsk | Melitopol | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Ukraine |
| Population | 901,645 | 148,851 |
| Elevation | 223 m (732 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) |
| Stations on record | Donetsk Railway Station, Rutchenkove Railway Station, Donetsk 2nd Railway Station | Melitopol |
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Common questions
How far is Melitopol from Donetsk?
224 km (139 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Donetsk; by road roughly 273 km (170 mi).
How long does it take to get from Donetsk to Melitopol by train?
About 3 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Donetsk and Melitopol?
No, both are on Europe/Kyiv at the moment.
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.