Irkutsk to Bratsk by train
Bratsk lies 461 km (286 mi) north of Irkutsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 37 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 562 km (349 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Irkutsk | Bratsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 623,869 | 256,600 |
| Elevation | 415 m (1,362 ft) | 443 m (1,453 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) |
| Stations on record | Voyenny Gorodok, Melnikovo railway platform | Gidrostroitel railway station, Novobratsk railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Bratsk from Irkutsk?
461 km (286 mi) in a straight line, north of Irkutsk; by road roughly 562 km (349 mi).
How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Bratsk by train?
About 6 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irkutsk and Bratsk?
No, both are on Asia/Irkutsk at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.