What is the cheapest way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

The cheapest way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg is to train which costs RUB 3900 - RUB 9000 and takes 25h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

The fastest way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg is to train and fly which takes 9h 51m and costs RUB 9000 - RUB 44000.

Is there a direct bus between Rostov-on-Don and Saint Petersburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostov-on-Don station to Saint Petersburg. However, there are services departing from Rostov-on-Don bus station and arriving at Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal via Millerovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Rostov-on-Don and Saint Petersburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rostov-Glavny and arriving at Moskovsky Railway Terminal. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25h 28m.

How far is it from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

The distance between Rostov-on-Don and Saint Petersburg is 2061 km. The road distance is 1775.7 km.

How do I travel from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg without a car?

The best way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg without a car is to train which takes 25h 28m and costs RUB 3900 - RUB 9000.

How long does it take to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

It takes approximately 9h 51m to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg bus from?

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg bus services, operated by Donavtovokzal, depart from Rostov-on-Don bus station.

Where do I catch the Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg train from?

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg train services, operated by Grand Service Express, depart from Rostov-Glavny station.

Train or bus from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

The best way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg is to train which takes 25h 28m and costs RUB 3900 - RUB 9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 4100 - RUB 7500 and takes 32h 47m.

Where does the Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg bus arrive?

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg bus services, operated by Donavtovokzal, arrive at Millerovo station.

Where does the Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg train arrive?

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg train services, operated by Grand Service Express, arrive at Moskovsky Railway Terminal station.

Can I drive from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg is 1776 km. It takes approximately 20h 26m to drive from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg.

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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Train to Krasnodar, fly
best
1. Take the train from Rostov-Glavny to Krasnodar 1train
2. Fly from Krasnodar (KRR) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)plane KRR - LED
9h 51m
₽9,104–43,794
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rostov-Glavny to Moskovsky Railway Terminaltrain 008C / ...
25h 28m
₽3,900–9,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rostov-on-Don bus station to Millerovobus
2. Take the bus from Millerovo to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminalbus
32h 47m
₽4,170–7,105
Drive 1,775.7 km
1. Drive from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburgcar 1,775.7 km
20h 26m
₽12,194–17,614
Train to Mineralnye Vody Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rostov Gl to Beshtautrain
2. Fly from Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)plane MRV - LED
12h 25m
₽11,246–45,465
Train to Sochi International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rostov-Glavny to Sochi Airporttrain
2. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)plane AER - LED
14h 50m
₽10,639–44,784
Train to Volgograd International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rostov Gl to Volgograd 1train
2. Fly from Volgograd International Airport (VOG) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)plane VOG - LED
18h 49m
₽9,073–41,154
Train, taxi to Gelendzik, fly
1. Take the train from Bataysk to Abinskayatrain
2. Take the taxi from Abinskaya to Gelendzik (GDZ)taxi
3. Fly from Gelendzik (GDZ) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)plane GDZ - LED
13h 55m
₽10,191–43,871

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg by train

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Distance: 2,060.5 km
Duration: 9h 51m

What companies run services between Rostov-on-Don, Russia and Saint Petersburg, Russia?

Grand Service Express operates a train from Rostov-Glavny to Moskovsky Railway Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ₽3,900–6,500 and the journey takes 25h 28m. Russian Railways (РЖД) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rostov-on-Don bus station to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal via Millerovo in around 32h 47m.

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