Moscow to Volgograd by train
Volgograd lies 911 km (566 mi) south-east of Moscow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 13 h 6 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 1,112 km (691 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Moscow | Volgograd | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 10.4 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Volgograd) |
| Stations on record | Kuskovo, Paveletsky railway station, Kursky railway station | Volgograd railway station, Railway Station Volgograd II, Sudoverf |
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Staying in Volgograd
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Volgograd. Of the 34 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (22), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 238 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Volgograd from Moscow?
911 km (566 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Moscow; by road roughly 1,112 km (691 mi).
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Volgograd by train?
About 13 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moscow and Volgograd?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Volgograd?
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Volgograd, 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.