Taganrog to Donetsk by train
Donetsk lies 120 km (75 mi) north-west of Taganrog, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 44 min at the speeds typical of Russia and Ukraine rail, over roughly 147 km (91 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Taganrog | Donetsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Ukraine |
| Population | 279,056 | 901,645 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 223 m (732 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) |
| Stations on record | Taganrog II railway station, Taganrog Passazhirsky railway station, Martsevo | Donetsk Railway Station, Rutchenkove Railway Station, Donetsk 2nd Railway Station |
What changes when you arrive in Donetsk
Crossing from Russia into Ukraine: money changes from the Ruble to the Hryvnia (UAH); the dialling code becomes +380; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
Where to book trains from Taganrog to Donetsk
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Staying in Donetsk
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Common questions
How far is Donetsk from Taganrog?
120 km (75 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Taganrog; by road roughly 147 km (91 mi).
How long does it take to get from Taganrog to Donetsk by train?
About 1 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Taganrog and Donetsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Donetsk?
The Hryvnia (UAH).
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.