Gaziantep to Makhachkala by train
Makhachkala lies 1,083 km (673 mi) north-east of Gaziantep, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 11 h 52 min at the speeds typical of Turkey and Russia rail, over roughly 1,321 km (821 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Gaziantep | Makhachkala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Russia |
| Population | 2.2 million | 596,356 |
| Elevation | 842 m (2,762 ft) | -10 m (-33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Makhachkala I — Sortirovachnaya station, Makhachkala railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Makhachkala
Crossing from Turkey into Russia: money changes from the Lira to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Where to book trains from Gaziantep to Makhachkala
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Staying in Makhachkala
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Makhachkala. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (7). Guests have left 9 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Makhachkala from Gaziantep?
1,083 km (673 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Gaziantep; by road roughly 1,321 km (821 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gaziantep to Makhachkala by train?
About 11 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gaziantep and Makhachkala?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Makhachkala?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where can I stay in Makhachkala?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Makhachkala, bookable on this site.
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.