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

The cheapest way to get from Samara to Chelyabinsk is to bus which costs RUB 2400 - RUB 3900 and takes 18h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samara to Chelyabinsk is to bus and fly which takes 8h 2m and costs RUB 19000 - RUB 85000.

Is there a direct bus between Samara and Chelyabinsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Samara station to Chelyabinsk station. However, there are services departing from Samara Central Bus station and arriving at Chelyabinsk Central bus station via Ufa South Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Samara and Chelyabinsk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Samara and arriving at Chelyabinsk-Glavny. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 42m.

How far is it from Samara to Chelyabinsk?

The distance between Samara and Chelyabinsk is 827 km. The road distance is 868.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Samara to Chelyabinsk without a car is to train which takes 17h 42m and costs RUB 2700 - RUB 4900.

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Samara to Chelyabinsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samara to Chelyabinsk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Samara to Chelyabinsk train from?

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

Train or bus from Samara to Chelyabinsk?

The best way to get from Samara to Chelyabinsk is to train which takes 17h 42m and costs RUB 2700 - RUB 4900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 2400 - RUB 3900 and takes 18h 53m.

Where does the Samara to Chelyabinsk bus arrive?

Samara to Chelyabinsk bus services, operated by Avtovokzaly.ru, arrive at Ufa South Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Samara and Chelyabinsk?

Chelyabinsk is 1h ahead of Samara. It is currently 9:08 AM in Samara and 10:08 AM in Chelyabinsk.

Where does the Samara to Chelyabinsk train arrive?

Samara to Chelyabinsk train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Chelyabinsk-Glavny station.

Can I drive from Samara to Chelyabinsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Samara to Chelyabinsk is 869 km. It takes approximately 11h 18m to drive from Samara to Chelyabinsk.

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

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

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

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Uliytsa Dybenko to Airport Kurumoch T2
2. Fly from Kurumoch International Airport (KUF) to Chelyabinsk Airport (CEK)KUF - CEK
8h 2m
₽19,227–85,227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Samara Central Bus station to Ufa South Bus Terminal660
2. Take the bus from Ufa South Bus Terminal to Chelyabinsk Central bus station767
18h 53m
₽2,405–3,896
Train
1. Take the train from Samara to Chelyabinsk-Glavny147Ж
17h 42m
₽2,700–4,900
Drive 868.7 km
1. Drive from Samara to Chelyabinsk868.7 km
11h 18m
₽5,550–8,017

Samara to Chelyabinsk by train

7Weekly Trains

17h 42mAverage Duration

₽2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 826.8 km
Duration: 8h 2m

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

Russian Railways (РЖД) operates a train from Samara to Chelyabinsk-Glavny once daily. Tickets cost ₽2,700–4,900 and the journey takes 17h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Samara Central Bus station to Chelyabinsk Central bus station via Ufa South Bus Terminal in around 18h 53m.

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