Irkutsk to Achinsk by train
Achinsk lies 996 km (619 mi) north-west of Irkutsk, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 14 h 19 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 1,215 km (755 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Irkutsk | Achinsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 623,869 | 117,634 |
| Elevation | 415 m (1,362 ft) | 196 m (643 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) |
| Stations on record | Voyenny Gorodok, Melnikovo railway platform | Achinsk I railway station |
Clocks in Achinsk are 1 h behind Irkutsk right now, so a 14 h 19 min journey lands only 13 h 19 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Achinsk from Irkutsk?
996 km (619 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Irkutsk; by road roughly 1,215 km (755 mi).
How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Achinsk by train?
About 14 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irkutsk and Achinsk?
Achinsk is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Krasnoyarsk against Asia/Irkutsk).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.