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Best price 114.73 RM
Journey duration 103 h 23 min
Connections per day 255
First departure 06:46
Last departure 07:02
Distance 4,415 km

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How much does it cost to get from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg by train?

Prices will vary when you travel from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg. On average, though, you'll pay about 159.62 RM for a train ticket. You can find train tickets for prices as low as 114.73 RM, but it may require some flexibility with your travel plans. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.

Trains from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg

RZD RZD 06:46 – 01:20 ИРКУТСК ПАССАЖИРСКИЙ – САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ-ГЛАВН. (МОСКОВСКИЙ ВОКЗАЛ) 89.07 RM 95 h 34 min 2 changes
RZD RZD 07:02 – 01:20 ИРКУТСК-СОРТ – САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ-ГЛАВН. (МОСКОВСКИЙ ВОКЗАЛ) 89.07 RM 95 h 18 min 2 changes
RZD RZD 19:11 – 01:20 ИРКУТСК ПАССАЖИРСКИЙ – САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ-ГЛАВН. (МОСКОВСКИЙ ВОКЗАЛ) 89.07 RM 107 h 9 min 2 changes
RZD RZD 19:27 – 01:20 ИРКУТСК-СОРТ – САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ-ГЛАВН. (МОСКОВСКИЙ ВОКЗАЛ) 89.07 RM 106 h 53 min 2 changes
RZD RZD 06:46 – 20:45 ИРКУТСК ПАССАЖИРСКИЙ – САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ-ГЛАВН. (МОСКОВСКИЙ ВОКЗАЛ) 117.98 RM 90 h 59 min 2 changes
RZD RZD 07:02 – 20:45 ИРКУТСК-СОРТ – САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ-ГЛАВН. (МОСКОВСКИЙ ВОКЗАЛ) 117.98 RM 90 h 43 min 2 changes
RZD RZD 19:11 – 20:45 ИРКУТСК ПАССАЖИРСКИЙ – САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ-ГЛАВН. (МОСКОВСКИЙ ВОКЗАЛ) 117.98 RM 102 h 34 min 2 changes

How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg by train?

The journey between Irkutsk and Saint-Petersburg by train usually takes 103 h 23 min to cover a distance of 4,416 km. The shortest journey from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg will take you 80 h 13 min. Remember, as always, that this time does not include any delays that might occur due to weather conditions, construction, or unexpected diversions and disruptions. If arriving in Saint-Petersburg quickly is a priority for you, look for express or non-stop services. You may also find that a connecting route reaches your destination faster than some direct journeys. Virail will allow you to explore all your options and come to a decision that suits your needs.

What time are the first and last departures from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg?

If you prefer to travel early, you will usually find the first departure from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg leaving at 06:46. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last daily departure leaves at 07:02.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays.

When traveling from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg by train, which stations can I use?

In Irkutsk, departure stations include ИРКУТСК ПАССАЖИРСКИЙ and ИРКУТСК-СОРТ. When you arrive in Saint-Petersburg, you may be able to disembark at stations such as САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ-ГЛАВН. (МОСКОВСКИЙ ВОКЗАЛ) and САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГ ЛАДОЖ.. Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.

How many times a day do journeys run from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg?

You will be able to travel from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg using companies such as RZD. Combined, these providers offer an average of 255 journeys each day. This average figure may not necessarily reflect your chosen travel dates. On certain days of the week, there may be more or less journeys available. At the busiest times, there will be up to 280 departures available in a single day. You can choose to travel from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg using both direct and indirect routes. These options will help you find a journey that suits your budget, your time frame, and the circumstances of your trip. There are, on average, direct connections from Irkutsk to Saint-Petersburg each day. Indirect connections add more possibilities, giving you extra flexibility when traveling. In an average day, you will find 255 journeys with at least one change. These figures may vary at certain times of year, and some routes might not run every day of the week.