What is the cheapest way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

The cheapest way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg is to bus which costs RUB 3500 - RUB 7000 and takes 32h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

The fastest way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg is to train and fly which takes 10h 8m and costs RUB 42000 - RUB 85000.

Is there a direct bus between Rostov-on-Don and Saint Petersburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostov-on-Don station to Saint Petersburg. However, there are services departing from Rostov-on-Don bus station and arriving at Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal via Millerovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Rostov-on-Don and Saint Petersburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rostov-Glavny and arriving at Moskovsky Railway Terminal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25h 28m.

How far is it from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

The distance between Rostov-on-Don and Saint Petersburg is 2061 km.

How do I travel from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg without a car?

The best way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg without a car is to train which takes 25h 28m and costs RUB 3900 - RUB 8500.

How long does it take to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

It takes approximately 10h 8m to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg bus from?

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg bus services, operated by Donavtovokzal, depart from Rostov-on-Don bus station.

Where do I catch the Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg train from?

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg train services, operated by Grand Service Express, depart from Rostov-Glavny station.

Train or bus from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg?

The best way to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg is to train which takes 25h 28m and costs RUB 3900 - RUB 8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 3500 - RUB 7000 and takes 32h 47m.

Where does the Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg bus arrive?

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg bus services, operated by Donavtovokzal, arrive at Millerovo station.

Where does the Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg train arrive?

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg train services, operated by Grand Service Express, arrive at Moskovsky Railway Terminal station.

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg by train, plane, 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.

Train to Krasnodar, fly
best
1. Take the train from Rostov-Glavny to Krasnodar 1
2. Fly from Krasnodar (KRR) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)KRR - LED
10h 8m
₽42,843–84,992
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rostov-on-Don bus station to Millerovo
2. Take the bus from Millerovo to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal
32h 47m
₽3,570–6,984
Train
1. Take the train from Rostov-Glavny to Moskovsky Railway Terminal008C / ...
25h 28m
₽3,900–8,500
Train to Sochi International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rostov-Glavny to Sochi Airport
2. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)AER - LED
15h 12m
₽39,557–88,612
Train to Mineralnye Vody Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bataysk to Mineralnye Vody
2. Fly from Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)MRV - LED
13h 2m
₽43,511–113,941
Train to Volgograd International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rostov Gl to Volgograd 1
2. Fly from Volgograd International Airport (VOG) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)VOG - LED
19h 6m
₽56,573–204,059

Rostov-on-Don to Saint Petersburg by train

28Weekly Trains

25h 28mAverage Duration

₽3,900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,061.1 km
Duration: 10h 8m

What companies run services between Rostov-on-Don, Russia and Saint Petersburg, Russia?

Grand Service Express operates a train from Rostov-Glavny to Moskovsky Railway Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ₽3,900–6,500 and the journey takes 25h 28m. Russian Railways (РЖД) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rostov-on-Don bus station to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal via Millerovo in around 32h 47m.

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