Obninsk to Smolensk by train
Smolensk lies 294 km (182 mi) west of Obninsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 13 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 358 km (223 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Obninsk | Smolensk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 107,392 | 330,025 |
| Elevation | 187 m (614 ft) | 238 m (781 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Obninskoye | Kolodnya, Gnyozdovo, Smolensk-Sortirovochny |
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Common questions
How far is Smolensk from Obninsk?
294 km (182 mi) in a straight line, west of Obninsk; by road roughly 358 km (223 mi).
How long does it take to get from Obninsk to Smolensk by train?
About 4 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Obninsk and Smolensk?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.