Izhevsk to Chelyabinsk by train
Chelyabinsk lies 545 km (338 mi) east of Izhevsk, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 50 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 665 km (413 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Izhevsk | Chelyabinsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 648,213 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 232 m (761 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Europe/Samara) | UTC+5 (Asia/Yekaterinburg) |
| Stations on record | Volozhka station | Chelyabinsk Main train station, Mezhozernaya railway station, Churilovo |
Clocks in Chelyabinsk are 1 h ahead of Izhevsk right now, so a 7 h 50 min journey lands 8 h 50 min later by the destination clock.
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Staying in Chelyabinsk
Our booking partner lists 38 places to stay in Chelyabinsk. Of the 38 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (22), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 196 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Chelyabinsk from Izhevsk?
545 km (338 mi) in a straight line, east of Izhevsk; by road roughly 665 km (413 mi).
How long does it take to get from Izhevsk to Chelyabinsk by train?
About 7 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Izhevsk and Chelyabinsk?
Chelyabinsk is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Yekaterinburg against Europe/Samara).
Where can I stay in Chelyabinsk?
Our booking partner lists 38 places to stay in Chelyabinsk, bookable on this site.
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.