Poltava to Kursk by train
Kursk lies 264 km (164 mi) north-east of Poltava, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 48 min at the speeds typical of Ukraine and Russia rail, over roughly 322 km (200 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Poltava | Kursk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Russia |
| Population | 279,593 | 448,733 |
| Elevation | 160 m (525 ft) | 187 m (614 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Suprunivka, Vakulyntsi, Shvedska Mohyla | Kursk, Ryshkovo Train Station |
What changes when you arrive in Kursk
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 Poltava to Kursk
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Staying in Kursk
Our booking partner lists 17 places to stay in Kursk. Of the 17 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (10). Guests have left 47 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Kursk
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Common questions
How far is Kursk from Poltava?
264 km (164 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Poltava; by road roughly 322 km (200 mi).
How long does it take to get from Poltava to Kursk by train?
About 3 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Poltava and Kursk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Kursk?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where can I stay in Kursk?
Our booking partner lists 17 places to stay in Kursk, 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.