What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo is to train which costs RUB 4200 - RUB 8000 and takes 29h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo?

The fastest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo is to fly and train which takes 12h 42m and costs RUB 7500 - RUB 35000.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Petersburg and Balakovo?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo. However, there are services departing from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal and arriving at Balakovo via Cheboksary Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Saint Petersburg and Balakovo?

No, there is no direct train from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo. However, there are services departing from St Petersburg Glavny and arriving at Linevo via Saratov 1 Pass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 46m.

How far is it from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo?

The distance between Saint Petersburg and Balakovo is 1491 km. The road distance is 1639.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo without a car is to train and bus which takes 22h 43m and costs RUB 5000 - RUB 9500.

How long does it take to get from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo?

It takes approximately 12h 42m to get from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Petersburg to Balakovo bus from?

Saint Petersburg to Balakovo bus services, operated by Ecolines RU, depart from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Saint Petersburg to Balakovo train from?

Saint Petersburg to Balakovo train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from St Petersburg Glavny station.

Train or bus from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo?

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo is to bus which takes 28h 26m and costs RUB 3700 - RUB 7000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs RUB 4200 - RUB 8000 and takes 29h 46m.

Where does the Saint Petersburg to Balakovo bus arrive?

Saint Petersburg to Balakovo bus services, operated by Ecolines RU, arrive at Cheboksary Bus station.

What is the time difference between Saint Petersburg and Balakovo?

Balakovo is 1h ahead of Saint Petersburg. It is currently 9:06 AM in Saint Petersburg and 10:06 AM in Balakovo.

Where does the Saint Petersburg to Balakovo train arrive?

Saint Petersburg to Balakovo train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Saratov 1 Pass station.

Can I drive from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Petersburg to Balakovo is 1640 km. It takes approximately 21h 9m to drive from Saint Petersburg to Balakovo.

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Pulkovo Airport (LED) to Saratov Gagarin Airport (GSV)plane LED - GSV
2. Take the train from Airport Gagarin to Linevotrain
12h 42m
₽7,538–34,584
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Cheboksary Bus stationbus 4896
2. Take the bus from Cheboksary Bus station to Balakovobus 630
28h 26m
₽3,792–6,920
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Moskovsky Railway Terminal to Syzran 1train 063В / ...
2. Take the bus from Syzran to Balakovobus 630
22h 43m
₽5,264–9,356
Drive 1,639.9 km
1. Drive from Saint Petersburg to Balakovocar 1,639.9 km
21h 9m
₽11,108–16,045
Train
1. Take the train from St Petersburg Glavny to Saratov 1 Passtrain 109А
2. Take the train from Saratov 1 Pass to Linevotrain
29h 46m
₽4,280–7,642

Saint Petersburg to Balakovo by train

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29h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,490.7 km
Duration: 12h 42m

What companies run services between Saint Petersburg, Russia and Balakovo, Russia?

You can take a bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Balakovo via Cheboksary Bus station in around 28h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from St Petersburg Glavny to Linevo via Saratov 1 Pass in around 29h 46m.

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