Moscow to Nalchik by train
Nalchik lies 1,428 km (887 mi) south of Moscow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 20 h 32 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 1,742 km (1,083 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Moscow | Nalchik | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 10.4 million | 239,300 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 464 m (1,522 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Kuskovo, Paveletsky railway station, Kursky railway station | Nalchik station |
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Common questions
How far is Nalchik from Moscow?
1,428 km (887 mi) in a straight line, south of Moscow; by road roughly 1,742 km (1,083 mi).
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Nalchik by train?
About 20 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moscow and Nalchik?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.