What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Kem’?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Kem’ is to bus which costs RUB 2000 - RUB 2800 and takes 14h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Kem’?

The fastest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Kem’ is to drive which takes 11h 45m and costs RUB 5500 - RUB 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Petersburg and Kem’?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Petersburg to Kem’. However, there are services departing from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal and arriving at Kem’ via Petrozavodsk Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Saint Petersburg and Kem’?

No, there is no direct train from Saint Petersburg to Kem’. However, there are services departing from Spasskaya and arriving at Kem via Ladozhsky Railway Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 28m.

How far is it from Saint Petersburg to Kem’?

The distance between Saint Petersburg and Kem’ is 790 km. The road distance is 809 km.

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

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Kem’ without a car is to train which takes 14h 28m and costs RUB 2300 - RUB 4900.

How long does it take to get from Saint Petersburg to Kem’?

It takes approximately 14h 28m to get from Saint Petersburg to Kem’, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Petersburg to Kem’ bus from?

Saint Petersburg to Kem’ bus services, operated by Karelavtotrans, depart from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Saint Petersburg to Kem’ train from?

Saint Petersburg to Kem’ train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Ladozhsky Railway Terminal station.

Train or bus from Saint Petersburg to Kem’?

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Kem’ is to train which takes 14h 28m and costs RUB 2300 - RUB 4900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 2000 - RUB 2800 and takes 14h 35m.

Where does the Saint Petersburg to Kem’ bus arrive?

Saint Petersburg to Kem’ bus services, operated by Karelavtotrans, arrive at Petrozavodsk Bus station.

Where does the Saint Petersburg to Kem’ train arrive?

Saint Petersburg to Kem’ train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Kem station.

Can I drive from Saint Petersburg to Kem’?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Petersburg to Kem’ is 809 km. It takes approximately 11h 45m to drive from Saint Petersburg to Kem’.

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There are 5 ways to get from Saint Petersburg to Kem’ by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ladozhsky Railway Terminal to Kemtrain 012A / ...
14h 28m
₽2,360–4,886
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Petrozavodsk Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Petrozavodsk Bus station to Kem’bus 502Э
14h 35m
₽2,000–2,800
Drive 809 km
1. Drive from Saint Petersburg to Kem’car 809 km
11h 45m
₽5,583–8,064
Fly to Khibiny Airport, train
1. Fly from Pulkovo Airport (LED) to Khibiny Airport (KVK)plane LED - KVK
2. Take the train from Apatity 1 to Kemtrain
12h 1m
₽7,900–35,406
Fly to Murmansk Airport, train
1. Fly from Pulkovo Airport (LED) to Murmansk Airport (MMK)plane LED - MMK
2. Take the train from Murmansk to Kemtrain
16h 28m
₽8,720–37,266

Pulkovo Airport (LED) to Khibiny Airport (KVK) flights

8Weekly Planes

1h 45mAverage Duration

₽5,447Cheapest Price

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Distance: 790.2 km
Duration: 14h 28m

What companies run services between Saint Petersburg, Russia and Kem’, Karelia, Russia?

Russian Railways (РЖД) operates a train from Ladozhsky Railway Terminal to Kem twice daily. Tickets cost ₽2,300–4,800 and the journey takes 13h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Kem’ via Petrozavodsk Bus station in around 14h 35m.

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