What is the cheapest way to get from Sochi to Elista?

The cheapest way to get from Sochi to Elista is to train and bus which costs RUB 2600 - RUB 3900 and takes 12h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sochi to Elista?

The fastest way to get from Sochi to Elista is to fly and bus which takes 9h 43m and costs RUB 12000 - RUB 70000.

Is there a direct bus between Sochi and Elista?

No, there is no direct bus from Sochi station to Elista. However, there are services departing from Sochi Bus station and arriving at Elista via Krasnodar-1 Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

How far is it from Sochi to Elista?

The distance between Sochi and Elista is 750 km. The road distance is 730.2 km.

How do I travel from Sochi to Elista without a car?

The best way to get from Sochi to Elista without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 29m and costs RUB 2600 - RUB 3900.

How long does it take to get from Sochi to Elista?

It takes approximately 12h 29m to get from Sochi to Elista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sochi to Elista bus from?

Sochi to Elista bus services, operated by Stavropol Bus Terminal, depart from Sochi Bus station.

Bus or fly from Sochi to Elista?

The best way to get from Sochi to Elista is to fly which takes 15h 10m and costs RUB 23000 - RUB 120000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 2600 - RUB 4400 and takes 13h 22m.

Where does the Sochi to Elista bus arrive?

Sochi to Elista bus services, operated by Stavropol Bus Terminal, arrive at Krasnodar-1 Bus station.

Can I drive from Sochi to Elista?

Yes, the driving distance between Sochi to Elista is 730 km. It takes approximately 11h to drive from Sochi to Elista.

Sochi to Elista - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Sochi to Elista by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Sochi to Krasnodar 1train 830С/837С
2. Take the bus from Krasnodar-1 Bus station to Elistabus
12h 29m
₽2,658–3,835
Train, bus via Novoaleksandrovsk
1. Take the train from Sochi to Rasshevatkatrain 654С / ...
2. Take the bus from Novoaleksandrovsk to Elistabus
18h 51m
₽2,907–5,118
Drive 730.2 km
1. Drive from Sochi to Elistacar 730.2 km
11h
₽4,545–6,565
Fly to Elista Airport
1. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Elista Airport (ESL)plane AER - ESL
15h 10m
₽23,636–113,040
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sochi Bus station to Krasnodar-1 Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Krasnodar-1 Bus station to Elistabus
13h 22m
₽2,689–4,400
Bus via Stavropol
1. Take the bus from Sochi Bus station to Stavropol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Stavropol Bus Station to Elistabus
18h 52m
₽3,300–5,024
Fly to Mineralnye Vody Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV)plane AER - MRV
2. Take the bus from Mineralnye Vody to Blagodarnyybus
3. Take the bus from Blagodarnyy to Elistabus
11h 53m
₽68,034–144,806
Fly to Astrakhan/Narimanovo Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Astrakhan/Narimanovo Airport (ASF)plane AER - ASF
2. Take the bus from Astrakhan Bus station to Elistabus
9h 43m
₽12,886–69,800

Sochi International Airport (AER) to Elista Airport (ESL) flights

11Weekly Planes

15h 50mAverage Duration

₽22,745Cheapest Price

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Distance: 749.7 km
Duration: 12h 29m

What companies run services between Sochi, Russia and Elista, Russia?

Aeroflot Russian Airlines and Azimuth fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Elista Airport (ESL) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sochi Bus station to Elista via Krasnodar-1 Bus station in around 13h 22m.

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