Driving from Kemerovo to Irkutsk
Irkutsk lies 1,237 km (769 mi) east of Kemerovo, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 18 h 52 min without stops, over roughly 1,509 km (938 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kemerovo | Irkutsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 558,973 | 623,869 |
| Elevation | 114 m (374 ft) | 415 m (1,362 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Novokuznetsk) | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) |
Clocks in Irkutsk are 1 h ahead of Kemerovo right now, so a 18 h 52 min journey lands 19 h 52 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book car hire from Kemerovo to Irkutsk
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Staying in Irkutsk
Our booking partner lists 67 places to stay in Irkutsk. Of the 67 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (39), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 452 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Irkutsk from Kemerovo?
1,237 km (769 mi) in a straight line, east of Kemerovo; by road roughly 1,509 km (938 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kemerovo to Irkutsk by car?
About 18 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kemerovo and Irkutsk?
Irkutsk is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Irkutsk against Asia/Novokuznetsk).
Where can I stay in Irkutsk?
Our booking partner lists 67 places to stay in Irkutsk, 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.