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 2500 - RUB 4500 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 and train which takes 10h 41m and costs RUB 5500 - RUB 34000.

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 836 km. The road distance is 868.3 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 2400 - RUB 5000.

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

The train from Samara to Chelyabinsk-Glavny takes 17h 42m including transfers and departs once daily.

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 2400 - RUB 5000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 2500 - RUB 4500 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 7:46 PM in Samara and 8:46 PM 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 868 km. It takes approximately 11h 22m to drive from Samara to Chelyabinsk.

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There are 5 ways to get from Samara to Chelyabinsk by train, bus, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Samara to Chelyabinsk-Glavnytrain 147Ж
17h 42m
₽2,400–5,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Samara Central Bus station to Ufa South Bus Terminalbus 660
2. Take the bus from Ufa South Bus Terminal to Chelyabinsk Central bus stationbus 767
18h 53m
₽2,588–4,437
Drive 868.3 km
1. Drive from Samara to Chelyabinskcar 868.3 km
11h 22m
₽5,785–8,356
Bus, fly to Ekaterinburg Koltsovo Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Uliytsa Dybenko to Airport Kurumoch T2bus
2. Fly from Kurumoch International Airport (KUF) to Ekaterinburg Koltsovo Airport (SVX)plane KUF - SVX
3. Take the train from Koltsovo to Kamensk-Uralskiytrain
4. Take the train from Kamensk-Uralskii to Chelyabinsk-Glavnytrain
10h 41m
₽5,800–33,800
Bus, fly to Roshchino International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Uliytsa Dybenko to Airport Kurumoch T2bus
2. Fly from Kurumoch International Airport (KUF) to Roshchino International Airport (TJM)plane KUF - TJM
3. Take the train from Tyumen to Chelyabinsk-Glavnytrain
12h 44m
₽7,200–35,800

Samara to Chelyabinsk by train

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Distance: 836.4 km
Duration: 17h 42m

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 ₽2,400–5,000 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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