Moscow to Petrozavodsk by train
Petrozavodsk lies 697 km (433 mi) north of Moscow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 10 h 1 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 850 km (528 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Moscow | Petrozavodsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 10.4 million | 279,190 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 73 m (240 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Kuskovo, Paveletsky railway station, Kursky railway station | Petrozavodsk railway station, Tomitsy, Golikovka railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Petrozavodsk from Moscow?
697 km (433 mi) in a straight line, north of Moscow; by road roughly 850 km (528 mi).
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Petrozavodsk by train?
About 10 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moscow and Petrozavodsk?
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.