Mariupol to Donetsk by train
Donetsk lies 105 km (65 mi) north of Mariupol, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 31 min at the speeds typical of Ukraine rail, over roughly 128 km (80 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Mariupol | Donetsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Ukraine |
| Population | 230,000 | 901,645 |
| Elevation | 65 m (213 ft) | 223 m (732 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) |
| Stations on record | Mariupol railway station, Sartana, Azovstal railway station | Donetsk Railway Station, Rutchenkove Railway Station, Donetsk 2nd Railway Station |
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Common questions
How far is Donetsk from Mariupol?
105 km (65 mi) in a straight line, north of Mariupol; by road roughly 128 km (80 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mariupol to Donetsk by train?
About 1 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mariupol and Donetsk?
No, both are on Europe/Kyiv at the moment.
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.