What is the cheapest way to get from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg?

The cheapest way to get from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg is to rideshare which costs RUB 1983 and takes 17h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg?

The fastest way to get from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg is to subway and fly and line 2 subway which takes 4h 40m and costs RUB 5000 - RUB 31000.

Is there a direct bus between Nizhny Novgorod and Saint Petersburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nizhny Novgorod Kanavinskiy and arriving at Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Nizhny Novgorod and Saint Petersburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nijnii Novgorod Moskov and arriving at Moskovsky Railway Terminal. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 45m.

How far is it from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg?

The distance between Nizhny Novgorod and Saint Petersburg is 932 km. The road distance is 1114 km.

How do I travel from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg without a car?

The best way to get from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg without a car is to train via Strigino Airport which takes 12h 34m and costs RUB 2900 - RUB 6500.

How long does it take to get from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg bus from?

Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg bus services, operated by Ecolines RU, depart from Nizhny Novgorod Kanavinskiy station.

Where do I catch the Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg train from?

Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Nizhny Novgorod Strigino station.

Train or bus from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg?

The best way to get from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg is to train via Strigino Airport which takes 12h 34m and costs RUB 2900 - RUB 6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 1700 - RUB 4100 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg bus arrive?

Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg bus services, operated by Ecolines RU, arrive at Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg train arrive?

Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Moskovsky Railway Terminal station.

Can I drive from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg is 1114 km. It takes approximately 12h 45m to drive from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg.

Can I share a ride from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Nizhny Novgorod and Saint Petersburg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg - 6 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburg by subway, plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Subway, fly, line 2 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Gorkovskaya to Park Kulturysubway
2. Fly from Nizhny Novgorod International Airport (GOJ) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)plane GOJ - LED
3. Take the subway from Moskovskaya to Nevsky Prospektsubway
4h 40m
₽5,168–30,233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nizhny Novgorod Kanavinskiy to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminalbus 4897
14h 10m
₽1,700–4,100
Train via Strigino Airport
1. Take the train from Nizhny Novgorod Strigino to Moskovsky Railway Terminaltrain 063Й
12h 34m
₽2,948–6,063
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Nizhniy Novgorod to Saint Petersburgrideshare 1,117.2 km
17h 39m
₽1,983
Train
1. Take the train from Nijnii Novgorod Moskov to Moskovsky Railway Terminaltrain 059Г / ...
16h 45m
₽3,000–6,000
Drive 1,114 km
1. Drive from Nizhny Novgorod to Saint Petersburgcar 1,114 km
12h 45m
₽7,551–10,907

Nizhny Novgorod International Airport (GOJ) to Pulkovo Airport (LED) flights

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1h 50mAverage Duration

₽5,401Cheapest Price

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Distance: 932.3 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Nizhny Novgorod, Russia and Saint Petersburg, Russia?

Russian Railways (РЖД) operates a train from Nizhny Novgorod Strigino to Moskovsky Railway Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ₽2,900–6,000 and the journey takes 10h 25m. Alternatively, Ecolines RU operates a bus from Nizhny Novgorod Kanavinskiy to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₽1,700–4,100 and the journey takes 14h 10m.

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