Kyiv to Yaroslavl by train
Yaroslavl lies 1,003 km (623 mi) north-east of Kyiv, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 14 h 25 min at the speeds typical of Ukraine and Russia rail, over roughly 1,223 km (760 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kyiv | Yaroslavl | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Russia |
| Population | 3 million | 608,722 |
| Elevation | 187 m (614 ft) | 103 m (338 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi railway station, Livoberezhna, Imeni Heorhiia Kirpy | Filino train station |
What changes when you arrive in Yaroslavl
Crossing from Ukraine into Russia: money changes from the Hryvnia 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 Kyiv to Yaroslavl
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Staying in Yaroslavl
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Yaroslavl. Of the 19 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (11). Guests have left 133 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Yaroslavl
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Common questions
How far is Yaroslavl from Kyiv?
1,003 km (623 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kyiv; by road roughly 1,223 km (760 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kyiv to Yaroslavl by train?
About 14 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kyiv and Yaroslavl?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Yaroslavl?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where can I stay in Yaroslavl?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Yaroslavl, 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.