Driving from Moscow to Kostroma
Kostroma lies 301 km (187 mi) north-east of Moscow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 36 min without stops, over roughly 368 km (228 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Moscow | Kostroma | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 10.4 million | 277,280 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 109 m (358 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
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Staying in Kostroma
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Common questions
How far is Kostroma from Moscow?
301 km (187 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Moscow; by road roughly 368 km (228 mi).
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Kostroma by car?
About 4 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moscow and Kostroma?
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.