Yekaterinburg to Nizhniy Novgorod by train
Nizhniy Novgorod lies 1,016 km (631 mi) west of Yekaterinburg, -2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 14 h 37 min at the speeds typical of Russia rail, over roughly 1,240 km (770 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Yekaterinburg | Nizhniy Novgorod | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 1.5 million | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 278 m (912 ft) | 141 m (463 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Yekaterinburg) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Yekaterinburg Railway station, Shuvakish, Koltsovo | Nizhny Novgorod railway station, Kazansky Rail Terminal, Kustovaya |
Clocks in Nizhniy Novgorod are 2 h behind Yekaterinburg right now, so a 14 h 37 min journey lands only 12 h 37 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Nizhniy Novgorod from Yekaterinburg?
1,016 km (631 mi) in a straight line, west of Yekaterinburg; by road roughly 1,240 km (770 mi).
How long does it take to get from Yekaterinburg to Nizhniy Novgorod by train?
About 14 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Yekaterinburg and Nizhniy Novgorod?
Nizhniy Novgorod is 2 h behind at the moment (Europe/Moscow against Asia/Yekaterinburg).
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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.