Irkutsk to Krasnoyarsk by train
Krasnoyarsk lies 847 km (526 mi) north-west of Irkutsk, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 11 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 1,033 km (642 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Irkutsk | Krasnoyarsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 623,869 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 415 m (1,362 ft) | 182 m (597 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) |
| Stations on record | Voyenny Gorodok, Melnikovo railway platform | Krasnoyarsk railway station, Yenisei railway station, Bugach station |
Clocks in Krasnoyarsk are 1 h behind Irkutsk right now, so a 12 h 11 min journey lands only 11 h 11 min later by the destination clock.
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Staying in Krasnoyarsk
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Common questions
How far is Krasnoyarsk from Irkutsk?
847 km (526 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Irkutsk; by road roughly 1,033 km (642 mi).
How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Krasnoyarsk by train?
About 12 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irkutsk and Krasnoyarsk?
Krasnoyarsk is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Krasnoyarsk against Asia/Irkutsk).
Where can I stay in Krasnoyarsk?
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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.