Samara to Ulyanovsk by train
Ulyanovsk lies 170 km (105 mi) north-west of Samara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 26 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 207 km (129 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Samara | Ulyanovsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 1.2 million | 626,540 |
| Elevation | 107 m (351 ft) | 176 m (577 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Europe/Samara) | UTC+4 (Europe/Ulyanovsk) |
| Stations on record | Bezymyanka railway station, Krasnaya Glinka | Ulyanovsk-Tsentralny |
Where to book trains from Samara to Ulyanovsk
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Staying in Ulyanovsk
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Ulyanovsk. Of the 18 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (12). Guests have left 60 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Ulyanovsk from Samara?
170 km (105 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Samara; by road roughly 207 km (129 mi).
How long does it take to get from Samara to Ulyanovsk by train?
About 2 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Samara and Ulyanovsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Ulyanovsk?
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Ulyanovsk, 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.