Kostroma to Yaroslavl by train
Yaroslavl lies 64 km (40 mi) west of Kostroma, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 56 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 79 km (49 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kostroma | Yaroslavl | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 277,280 | 608,722 |
| Elevation | 109 m (358 ft) | 103 m (338 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Kostroma-Novaya railway station | Filino train station |
Where to book trains from Kostroma to Yaroslavl
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Staying in Yaroslavl
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Yaroslavl. Of the 19 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (11). Guests have left 133 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Yaroslavl from Kostroma?
64 km (40 mi) in a straight line, west of Kostroma; by road roughly 79 km (49 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kostroma to Yaroslavl by train?
About 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kostroma and Yaroslavl?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Where can I stay in Yaroslavl?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Yaroslavl, 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.