Kerch to Taganrog by train
Taganrog lies 280 km (174 mi) north-east of Kerch, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 2 min at the speeds typical of Ukraine and Russia rail, over roughly 342 km (212 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kerch | Taganrog | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Russia |
| Population | 148,932 | 279,056 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Simferopol) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Kerch Railway station, Krym, Kerch-Southern railway station | Taganrog II railway station, Taganrog Passazhirsky railway station, Martsevo |
What changes when you arrive in Taganrog
Crossing from Ukraine into Russia: money changes from the Hryvnia to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Where to book trains from Kerch to Taganrog
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Staying in Taganrog
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Common questions
How far is Taganrog from Kerch?
280 km (174 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kerch; by road roughly 342 km (212 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kerch to Taganrog by train?
About 4 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kerch and Taganrog?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Taganrog?
The Ruble (RUB).
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.