Riga to Murmansk by train
Murmansk lies 1,408 km (875 mi) north of Riga, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 20 h 15 min at the speeds typical of Latvia and Russia rail, over roughly 1,718 km (1,068 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Riga | Murmansk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Latvia | Russia |
| Population | 742,572 | 295,374 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 75 m (246 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Riga) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Rīga Pasažieru, Vagonu Parks, Šķirotava | Murmansk railway station, Mokhnatkina Pakhta |
What changes when you arrive in Murmansk
Crossing from Latvia into Russia: money changes from the Euro 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 Riga to Murmansk
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Staying in Murmansk
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Common questions
How far is Murmansk from Riga?
1,408 km (875 mi) in a straight line, north of Riga; by road roughly 1,718 km (1,068 mi).
How long does it take to get from Riga to Murmansk by train?
About 20 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Riga and Murmansk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Murmansk?
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.