Day trip from Makhachkala to Vladikavkaz
Vladikavkaz lies 230 km (143 mi) west of Makhachkala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 230 km (143 mi) apart, Vladikavkaz is a realistic day trip from Makhachkala: about 3 h 45 min each way by road.
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| Makhachkala | Vladikavkaz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 596,356 | 306,258 |
| Elevation | -10 m (-33 ft) | 681 m (2,234 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
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Common questions
How far is Vladikavkaz from Makhachkala?
230 km (143 mi) in a straight line, west of Makhachkala; by road roughly 281 km (175 mi).
How long does it take to get from Makhachkala to Vladikavkaz by road?
About 3 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Makhachkala and Vladikavkaz?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
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.