Rostov-on-Don to Horlivka by train
Horlivka lies 174 km (108 mi) north-west of Rostov-on-Don, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 30 min at the speeds typical of Russia and Ukraine rail, over roughly 213 km (132 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Rostov-on-Don | Horlivka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Ukraine |
| Population | 1.1 million | 239,828 |
| Elevation | 54 m (177 ft) | 245 m (804 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) |
| Stations on record | Rostov-Glavny, Pervomayskaya railway station, Rostov-on-Don, Gnilovskaya railway station | Horlivka, Maiorska Station |
What changes when you arrive in Horlivka
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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Staying in Horlivka
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Common questions
How far is Horlivka from Rostov-on-Don?
174 km (108 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Rostov-on-Don; by road roughly 213 km (132 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rostov-on-Don to Horlivka by train?
About 2 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rostov-on-Don and Horlivka?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Horlivka?
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.