Nizhniy Novgorod to Kharkiv by train
Kharkiv lies 873 km (543 mi) south-west of Nizhniy Novgorod, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 33 min at the speeds typical of Russia and Ukraine rail, over roughly 1,066 km (662 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nizhniy Novgorod | Kharkiv | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Ukraine |
| Population | 1.3 million | 1.4 million |
| Elevation | 141 m (463 ft) | 128 m (420 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) |
| Stations on record | Nizhny Novgorod railway station, Kazansky Rail Terminal, Kustovaya | Kharkiv-Pasazhyrskyi railway station, Kharkiv-Levada Railway Station, Kharkiv-Slobidskyi railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Kharkiv
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.
Where to book trains from Nizhniy Novgorod to Kharkiv
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Staying in Kharkiv
Our booking partner lists 286 places to stay in Kharkiv. Of the 221 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (155), and 3 are five-star. Across 54 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9.2 out of 10. Guests have left 13,667 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kharkiv from Nizhniy Novgorod?
873 km (543 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Nizhniy Novgorod; by road roughly 1,066 km (662 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nizhniy Novgorod to Kharkiv by train?
About 12 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nizhniy Novgorod and Kharkiv?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Kharkiv?
The Hryvnia (UAH).
Where can I stay in Kharkiv?
Our booking partner lists 286 places to stay in Kharkiv, 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.