Samsun to Sochi by train
Sochi lies 379 km (236 mi) north-east of Samsun, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 9 min at the speeds typical of Turkey and Russia rail, over roughly 462 km (287 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Samsun | Sochi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Russia |
| Population | 394,050 | 327,608 |
| Elevation | 64 m (210 ft) | 28 m (92 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Tekkeköy Train Station, Hamzalı Train Station | Sochi train station, Loo railway station, Matsesta railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Sochi
Crossing from Turkey into Russia: money changes from the Lira 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 Samsun to Sochi
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Staying in Sochi
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Common questions
How far is Sochi from Samsun?
379 km (236 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Samsun; by road roughly 462 km (287 mi).
How long does it take to get from Samsun to Sochi by train?
About 4 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Samsun and Sochi?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Sochi?
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 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.