Nizhniy Novgorod to Samara by train
Samara lies 524 km (326 mi) south-east of Nizhniy Novgorod, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 32 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 640 km (397 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nizhniy Novgorod | Samara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 1.3 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 141 m (463 ft) | 107 m (351 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+4 (Europe/Samara) |
| Stations on record | Nizhny Novgorod railway station, Kazansky Rail Terminal, Kustovaya | Bezymyanka railway station, Krasnaya Glinka |
Clocks in Samara are 1 h ahead of Nizhniy Novgorod right now, so a 7 h 32 min journey lands 8 h 32 min later by the destination clock.
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Staying in Samara
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Common questions
How far is Samara from Nizhniy Novgorod?
524 km (326 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Nizhniy Novgorod; by road roughly 640 km (397 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nizhniy Novgorod to Samara by train?
About 7 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nizhniy Novgorod and Samara?
Samara is 1 h ahead at the moment (Europe/Samara against Europe/Moscow).
Where can I stay in Samara?
Our booking partner lists 54 places to stay in Samara, bookable on this site.
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.