Day trip from Ulyanovsk to Balakovo
Balakovo lies 259 km (161 mi) south of Ulyanovsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 259 km (161 mi) apart, Balakovo is a realistic day trip from Ulyanovsk: about 4 h 13 min each way by road.
| Ulyanovsk | Balakovo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 626,540 | 199,572 |
| Elevation | 176 m (577 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Europe/Ulyanovsk) | UTC+4 (Europe/Saratov) |
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Common questions
How far is Balakovo from Ulyanovsk?
259 km (161 mi) in a straight line, south of Ulyanovsk; by road roughly 316 km (196 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ulyanovsk to Balakovo by road?
About 4 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ulyanovsk and Balakovo?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.