What is the cheapest way to get from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk?

The cheapest way to get from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk is to train via Mariinsk which costs RUB 7500 - RUB 16000 and takes 2 days 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk?

The fastest way to get from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk is to fly which takes 6h 44m and costs RUB 12000 - RUB 55000.

Is there a direct train between Chelyabinsk and Irkutsk?

No, there is no direct train from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk. However, there are services departing from Chelyabinsk-Glavny and arriving at Irkutsk Pas via Mariinsk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk?

The distance between Chelyabinsk and Irkutsk is 2811 km. The road distance is 3259.6 km.

How do I travel from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk without a car?

The best way to get from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk without a car is to train via Mariinsk which takes 2 days 4h and costs RUB 7500 - RUB 16000.

How long does it take to get from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk train from?

Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Chelyabinsk-Glavny station.

Train or fly from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk?

The best way to get from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk is to fly which takes 6h 44m and costs RUB 12000 - RUB 55000. Alternatively, you can train via Mariinsk, which costs RUB 7500 - RUB 16000 and takes 2 days 4h.

What is the time difference between Chelyabinsk and Irkutsk?

Irkutsk is 3h ahead of Chelyabinsk. It is currently 12:34 PM in Chelyabinsk and 3:34 PM in Irkutsk.

Where does the Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk train arrive?

Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Mariinsk station.

Can I drive from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk is 3260 km. It takes approximately 46h 26m to drive from Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk.

Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Chelyabinsk Airport (CEK) to Irkutsk Airport (IKT)plane CEK - IKT
6h 44m
₽12,317–50,377
Train via Mariinsk
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chelyabinsk-Glavny to Mariinsktrain 128Ы
2. Take the train from Mariinsk to Irkutsk Pastrain 010Н / ...
2d 4h
₽7,807–15,080
Drive 3,259.6 km
1. Drive from Chelyabinsk to Irkutskcar 3,259.6 km
46h 26m
₽22,022–31,810
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chelyabinsk Central bus station to Tyumen Bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Tyumen to Tuluntrain
3. Take the bus from Tulun to Irkutsk Bus stationbus 608 / ...
2d 6h
₽9,818–15,390
Train
1. Take the train from Chelyabinsk-Glavny to Kamyshlovtrain 147Ж / ...
2. Take the train from Kamyshlov to Irkutsk Pastrain 070Я
2d 11h
₽8,045–15,796

Chelyabinsk to Irkutsk by train

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Distance: 2,811.3 km
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Chelyabinsk, Russia and Irkutsk, Russia?

S7 Airlines and Aeroflot Russian Airlines fly from Chelyabinsk Airport (CEK) to Irkutsk Airport (IKT) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelyabinsk-Glavny to Irkutsk Pas via Mariinsk in around 2d 4h.

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