Samara to Nizhniy Novgorod by train
Nizhniy Novgorod lies 524 km (326 mi) north-west of Samara, -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.
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| Samara | Nizhniy Novgorod | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 1.2 million | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 107 m (351 ft) | 141 m (463 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Europe/Samara) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Bezymyanka railway station, Krasnaya Glinka | Nizhny Novgorod railway station, Kazansky Rail Terminal, Kustovaya |
Clocks in Nizhniy Novgorod are 1 h behind Samara right now, so a 7 h 32 min journey lands only 6 h 32 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Nizhniy Novgorod from Samara?
524 km (326 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Samara; by road roughly 640 km (397 mi).
How long does it take to get from Samara to Nizhniy Novgorod 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 Samara and Nizhniy Novgorod?
Nizhniy Novgorod is 1 h behind at the moment (Europe/Moscow against Europe/Samara).
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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.