Saint Petersburg to Kostroma by train
Kostroma lies 656 km (407 mi) east of Saint Petersburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 9 h 25 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 800 km (497 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Saint Petersburg | Kostroma | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 5.4 million | 277,280 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 109 m (358 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Saint Peterburg Glavnyi, Ligovo railway station, Volkovskaya | Kostroma-Novaya railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Kostroma from Saint Petersburg?
656 km (407 mi) in a straight line, east of Saint Petersburg; by road roughly 800 km (497 mi).
How long does it take to get from Saint Petersburg to Kostroma by train?
About 9 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Saint Petersburg and Kostroma?
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.