Derbent to Makhachkala by train
Makhachkala lies 120 km (75 mi) north-west of Derbent, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 44 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 147 km (91 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Derbent | Makhachkala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 105,965 | 596,356 |
| Elevation | -13 m (-43 ft) | -10 m (-33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Derbent railway station | Makhachkala I — Sortirovachnaya station, Makhachkala railway station |
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Staying in Makhachkala
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Makhachkala. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (7). Guests have left 9 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Makhachkala from Derbent?
120 km (75 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Derbent; by road roughly 147 km (91 mi).
How long does it take to get from Derbent to Makhachkala by train?
About 1 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Derbent and Makhachkala?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Where can I stay in Makhachkala?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Makhachkala, 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 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.