Taganrog to Kerch by ferry
Kerch lies 280 km (174 mi) south-west of Taganrog, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 280 km (174 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 8 h 29 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Taganrog | Kerch | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Ukraine |
| Population | 279,056 | 148,932 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Simferopol) |
| Port | Taganrog | Kerch Seaport Komysh-Burun |
What changes when you arrive in Kerch
Crossing from Russia into Ukraine: money changes from the Ruble to the Hryvnia (UAH); the dialling code becomes +380; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
Where to book ferries from Taganrog to Kerch
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Staying in Kerch
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Common questions
How far is Kerch from Taganrog?
280 km (174 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Taganrog; by road roughly 342 km (212 mi).
How long does it take to get from Taganrog to Kerch by ferry?
About 8 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Taganrog and Kerch?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Kerch?
The Hryvnia (UAH).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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 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.