Moscow to Yaroslavl by train
Yaroslavl lies 250 km (155 mi) north-east of Moscow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 36 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 305 km (190 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Moscow | Yaroslavl | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 10.4 million | 608,722 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 103 m (338 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Kuskovo, Paveletsky railway station, Kursky railway station | Filino train station |
Where to book trains from Moscow to Yaroslavl
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Staying in Yaroslavl
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Yaroslavl. Of the 19 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (11). Guests have left 133 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Yaroslavl from Moscow?
250 km (155 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Moscow; by road roughly 305 km (190 mi).
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Yaroslavl by train?
About 3 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moscow and Yaroslavl?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Where can I stay in Yaroslavl?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Yaroslavl, 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.