Moscow to Zaporizhzhya by train
Zaporizhzhya lies 895 km (556 mi) south of Moscow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 52 min at the speeds typical of Russia and Ukraine rail, over roughly 1,092 km (678 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Moscow | Zaporizhzhya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Ukraine |
| Population | 10.4 million | 710,052 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 63 m (207 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) |
| Stations on record | Kuskovo, Paveletsky railway station, Kursky railway station | Zaporizhzhia I, Zaporizhzhia 2, Imeni Anatoliya Alimova |
What changes when you arrive in Zaporizhzhya
Crossing from Russia into Ukraine: money changes from the Ruble to the Hryvnia (UAH); the dialling code becomes +380; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
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Common questions
How far is Zaporizhzhya from Moscow?
895 km (556 mi) in a straight line, south of Moscow; by road roughly 1,092 km (678 mi).
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Zaporizhzhya by train?
About 12 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moscow and Zaporizhzhya?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Zaporizhzhya?
The Hryvnia (UAH).
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.