Barnaul to Tomsk by train
Tomsk lies 358 km (222 mi) north of Barnaul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 9 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 437 km (271 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Barnaul | Tomsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 632,372 | 574,002 |
| Elevation | 197 m (646 ft) | 122 m (400 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Barnaul) | UTC+7 (Asia/Tomsk) |
| Stations on record | Barnaul Railway Station | Tomsk-2 Railway station, Tomsk-1 Railway station |
Where to book trains from Barnaul to Tomsk
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Staying in Tomsk
Our booking partner lists 23 places to stay in Tomsk. Of the 23 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (19). Guests have left 31 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Tomsk
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Common questions
How far is Tomsk from Barnaul?
358 km (222 mi) in a straight line, north of Barnaul; by road roughly 437 km (271 mi).
How long does it take to get from Barnaul to Tomsk by train?
About 5 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Barnaul and Tomsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Tomsk?
Our booking partner lists 23 places to stay in Tomsk, bookable on this site.
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 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.