The average train between Moscow and Smolensk takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Moscow to Smolensk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Moscow and Smolensk. The earliest departure is at 10:12 PM at night, and the last departure from Moscow is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Smolensk at 4:39 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Moscow station and arriving at Smolensk station. Services depart twice daily, and operate 4 times a day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.
Moscow to Smolensk train services, operated by Belarusian Railway (BCh), depart from Moskva Belorusskaia station.
Moscow to Smolensk train services, operated by Belarusian Railway (BCh), arrive at Smolensk station.
The distance between Moscow and Smolensk is 369.2 km. The road distance is 415 km.
Russian Railways (Lastochka Trains) operates a train from Moskva Belorusskaia to Smolensk 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₽1,300–2,100 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Three other operators also service this route.
