What is the cheapest way to get from Samara to Makhachkala?

The cheapest way to get from Samara to Makhachkala is to train which costs RUB 3900 - RUB 7500 and takes 30h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Samara to Makhachkala?

The fastest way to get from Samara to Makhachkala is to bus and fly which takes 5h 4m and costs RUB 6500 - RUB 34000.

Is there a direct bus between Samara and Makhachkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Samara station to Makhachkala. However, there are services departing from Samara Central Bus station and arriving at Makhachkala via Saratov and Volgograd Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Samara and Makhachkala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Samara and arriving at Mahachkala. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 30h 30m.

How far is it from Samara to Makhachkala?

The distance between Samara and Makhachkala is 1278 km. The road distance is 1593.4 km.

How do I travel from Samara to Makhachkala without a car?

The best way to get from Samara to Makhachkala without a car is to train which takes 30h 30m and costs RUB 3900 - RUB 7500.

How long does it take to get from Samara to Makhachkala?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Samara to Makhachkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samara to Makhachkala bus from?

Samara to Makhachkala bus services, operated by Avtovokzaly.ru, depart from Samara Central Bus station.

Where do I catch the Samara to Makhachkala train from?

Samara to Makhachkala train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Samara station.

Train or bus from Samara to Makhachkala?

The best way to get from Samara to Makhachkala is to train which takes 30h 30m and costs RUB 3900 - RUB 7500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 5000 - RUB 8500 and takes 36h 41m.

Where does the Samara to Makhachkala bus arrive?

Samara to Makhachkala bus services, operated by Avtovokzaly.ru, arrive at Saratov station.

What is the time difference between Samara and Makhachkala?

Makhachkala is 1h behind Samara. It is currently 10:05 AM in Samara and 9:05 AM in Makhachkala.

Where does the Samara to Makhachkala train arrive?

Samara to Makhachkala train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Mahachkala station.

Can I drive from Samara to Makhachkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Samara to Makhachkala is 1593 km. It takes approximately 23h 1m to drive from Samara to Makhachkala.

Samara to Makhachkala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Samara to Makhachkala by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Uliytsa Dybenko to Airport Kurumoch T2bus
2. Fly from Kurumoch International Airport (KUF) to Uytash Airport (MCX)plane KUF - MCX
5h 4m
₽6,800–33,950
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Samara to Mahachkalatrain 373E
30h 30m
₽3,900–7,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Samara Central Bus station to Saratovbus 720
2. Take the bus from Saratov to Volgograd Bus stationbus 516
3. Take the bus from Volgograd Bus station to Makhachkalabus
36h 41m
₽5,292–8,180
Drive 1,593.4 km
1. Drive from Samara to Makhachkalacar 1,593.4 km
23h 1m
₽10,736–15,508

Samara to Makhachkala by train

3Weekly Trains

30h 30mAverage Duration

₽3,900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,278 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Samara, Russia and Makhachkala, Russia?

Russian Railways (РЖД) operates a train from Samara to Mahachkala 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₽3,900–7,500 and the journey takes 30h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Samara Central Bus station to Makhachkala via Saratov, Volgograd Bus station, and Makhachkala in around 36h 41m.

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