Driving from Ulan-Ude to Yakutsk
Yakutsk lies 1,742 km (1,083 mi) north-east of Ulan-Ude, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 26 h 34 min without stops, over roughly 2,126 km (1,321 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Ulan-Ude | Yakutsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 360,278 | 235,600 |
| Elevation | 536 m (1,759 ft) | 126 m (413 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+9 (Asia/Yakutsk) |
Clocks in Yakutsk are 1 h ahead of Ulan-Ude right now, so a 26 h 34 min journey lands 27 h 34 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Yakutsk from Ulan-Ude?
1,742 km (1,083 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Ulan-Ude; by road roughly 2,126 km (1,321 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ulan-Ude to Yakutsk by car?
About 26 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ulan-Ude and Yakutsk?
Yakutsk is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Yakutsk against Asia/Irkutsk).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.