Cherkessk to Moscow by train
Moscow lies 1,320 km (820 mi) north of Cherkessk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 18 h 58 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 1,610 km (1,000 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Cherkessk | Moscow | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 122,395 | 10.4 million |
| Elevation | 544 m (1,785 ft) | 155 m (509 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Cherkessk railway station | Kuskovo, Paveletsky railway station, Kursky railway station |
Where to book trains from Cherkessk to Moscow
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Staying in Moscow
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Common questions
How far is Moscow from Cherkessk?
1,320 km (820 mi) in a straight line, north of Cherkessk; by road roughly 1,610 km (1,000 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cherkessk to Moscow by train?
About 18 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cherkessk and Moscow?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Where can I stay in Moscow?
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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.