Day trip from Nizhniy Novgorod to Arzamas
Arzamas lies 104 km (65 mi) south of Nizhniy Novgorod, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 104 km (65 mi) apart, Arzamas is a realistic day trip from Nizhniy Novgorod: about 1 h 42 min each way by road.
| Nizhniy Novgorod | Arzamas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 1.3 million | 109,479 |
| Elevation | 141 m (463 ft) | 166 m (545 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
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Common questions
How far is Arzamas from Nizhniy Novgorod?
104 km (65 mi) in a straight line, south of Nizhniy Novgorod; by road roughly 127 km (79 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nizhniy Novgorod to Arzamas by road?
About 1 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nizhniy Novgorod and Arzamas?
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.