What is the cheapest way to get from Moscow to Irkutsk?

The cheapest way to get from Moscow to Irkutsk is to train which costs RUB 11000 - RUB 18000 and takes 3 days 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Moscow to Irkutsk?

The fastest way to get from Moscow to Irkutsk is to fly which takes 7h 45m and costs RUB 28000 - RUB 140000.

Is there a direct train between Moscow and Irkutsk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yaroslavsky Railway Terminal and arriving at Irkutsk Pas. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 days 4h.

How far is it from Moscow to Irkutsk?

The distance between Moscow and Irkutsk is 4259 km. The road distance is 4970.7 km.

How do I travel from Moscow to Irkutsk without a car?

The best way to get from Moscow to Irkutsk without a car is to train which takes 3 days 4h and costs RUB 11000 - RUB 18000.

How long does it take to get from Moscow to Irkutsk?

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Moscow to Irkutsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Moscow to Irkutsk train from?

Moscow to Irkutsk train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Yaroslavsky Railway Terminal station.

Train or fly from Moscow to Irkutsk?

The best way to get from Moscow to Irkutsk is to fly which takes 7h 45m and costs RUB 28000 - RUB 140000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs RUB 11000 - RUB 18000 and takes 3 days 4h.

What is the time difference between Moscow and Irkutsk?

Irkutsk is 5h ahead of Moscow. It is currently 9:38 PM in Moscow and 2:38 AM in Irkutsk.

Where does the Moscow to Irkutsk train arrive?

Moscow to Irkutsk train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Irkutsk Pas station.

Can I drive from Moscow to Irkutsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Moscow to Irkutsk is 4971 km. It takes approximately 2 days 21h to drive from Moscow to Irkutsk.

Moscow to Irkutsk - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Moscow to Irkutsk by plane, train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Domodedovo International Airport
best
1. Fly from Domodedovo International Airport (DME) to Irkutsk Airport (IKT)plane DME - IKT
7h 45m
₽28,580–130,970
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yaroslavsky Railway Terminal to Irkutsk Pastrain 010Н / ...
3d 4h
₽11,000–18,000
Drive 4,970.7 km
1. Drive from Moscow to Irkutskcar 4,970.7 km
2d 21h
₽32,773–47,339
Fly from Sheremetyevo International Airport
1. Fly from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Irkutsk Airport (IKT)plane SVO - IKT
7h 57m
₽65,645–180,800
Fly from Moscow Vnukovo
1. Fly from Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) to Irkutsk Airport (IKT)plane VKO - IKT
10h 21m
₽30,376–140,620
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Moscow Central Bus Station to Vladimir Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Vladimir Bus station to Perm' Bus stationbus
3. Take the train from Perm 2 to Tuluntrain
4. Take the bus from Tulun to Irkutsk Bus stationbus 608 / ...
3d 14h
₽14,146–22,362

Moscow to Irkutsk by train

20Weekly Trains

3d 4hAverage Duration

₽11,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 4,258.9 km
Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Moscow, Russia and Irkutsk, Russia?

S7 Airlines and Ural Airlines fly from Domodedovo International Airport (DME) to Irkutsk Airport (IKT) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Russian Railways (РЖД) operates a train from Yaroslavsky Railway Terminal to Irkutsk Pas 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₽11,000–18,000 and the journey takes 3d 4h.

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