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 13000 - RUB 75000.

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 10h 45m and costs RUB 25000 - RUB 130000. 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 10h 52m 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 1830С/837С
2. Take the bus from Krasnodar-1 Bus station to Elista
12h 29m
₽2,658–3,835
Train, bus via Novoaleksandrovsk
1. Take the train from Sochi to Rasshevatka654С / ...
2. Take the bus from Novoaleksandrovsk to Elista
18h 51m
₽2,907–5,118
Drive 730.2 km
1. Drive from Sochi to Elista730.2 km
10h 52m
₽4,696–6,783
Fly to Elista Airport
1. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Elista Airport (ESL)AER - ESL
10h 45m
₽25,681–123,127
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sochi Bus station to Krasnodar-1 Bus station
2. Take the bus from Krasnodar-1 Bus station to Elista
13h 22m
₽2,689–4,400
Bus via Stavropol
1. Take the bus from Sochi Bus station to Stavropol Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Stavropol Bus Station to Elista
18h 52m
₽3,300–5,024
Fly to Mineralnye Vody Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV)AER - MRV
2. Take the bus from Mineralnye Vody to Blagodarnyy
3. Take the bus from Blagodarnyy to Elista
11h 53m
₽53,079–144,893
Fly to Astrakhan/Narimanovo Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Astrakhan/Narimanovo Airport (ASF)AER - ASF
2. Take the bus from Astrakhan Bus station to Elista
9h 43m
₽13,931–74,887

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

8Weekly Planes

12h 51mAverage Duration

₽24,743Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 749.7 km
Duration: 12h 29m

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

Aeroflot Russian Airlines flies from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Elista Airport (ESL) once 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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