Barnaul to Novosibirsk by train
Novosibirsk lies 192 km (119 mi) north of Barnaul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 45 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 234 km (145 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Barnaul | Novosibirsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 632,372 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 197 m (646 ft) | 113 m (371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Barnaul) | UTC+7 (Asia/Novosibirsk) |
| Stations on record | Barnaul Railway Station | Novosibirsk Main railway station, Novosibirsk-Zapadny, Novosibirsk-Yuzhny |
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Staying in Novosibirsk
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Common questions
How far is Novosibirsk from Barnaul?
192 km (119 mi) in a straight line, north of Barnaul; by road roughly 234 km (145 mi).
How long does it take to get from Barnaul to Novosibirsk by train?
About 2 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Barnaul and Novosibirsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Novosibirsk?
Our booking partner lists 52 places to stay in Novosibirsk, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.