Krasnodar to Rostov-on-Don by train
Rostov-on-Don lies 248 km (154 mi) north of Krasnodar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 34 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 303 km (188 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Krasnodar | Rostov-on-Don | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 899,541 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 36 m (118 ft) | 54 m (177 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Krasnodar-1 railway station, Krasnodar-II railway station, Pashkovskaya | Rostov-Glavny, Pervomayskaya railway station, Rostov-on-Don, Gnilovskaya railway station |
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Staying in Rostov-on-Don
Our booking partner lists 93 places to stay in Rostov-on-Don. Of the 93 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (49), and 4 are five-star. Guests have left 403 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Rostov-on-Don from Krasnodar?
248 km (154 mi) in a straight line, north of Krasnodar; by road roughly 303 km (188 mi).
How long does it take to get from Krasnodar to Rostov-on-Don by train?
About 3 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Krasnodar and Rostov-on-Don?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Where can I stay in Rostov-on-Don?
Our booking partner lists 93 places to stay in Rostov-on-Don, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.