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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chita to Irkutsk

Composite routes from Chita to Irkutsk

Cheapest
15 h 59 min
Car
1096 km.
from $60
Other
20 h 10 min
Train, Bus
628 km.
from $55.61

Transport providers

Airlines

S7 Airlines

Website:
s7.ru/
Plane from Chita Kadala Airport to Irkutsk
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$28.26–$260.87

IrAero

Website:
iraero.ru/
Plane from Chita Kadala Airport to Irkutsk
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$28.26–$260.87

Train operators

Russian Railways (РЖД)

Phone:
8 (800) 775-00-00
Website:
eng.rzd.ru/
Train from Chita 2 to Irkutsk
Ave. Duration:
18h 18m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.35–$47.83
Train from Chita 2 to Baikalsk
Ave. Duration:
15h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$43.48

Bus operators

Irkutsk Bus Terminal

Phone:
8-950-113-5555
Website:
avtovokzal-on-line.ru/
Bus from Baykalsk Stroitel' to Irkutsk
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.35

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chita to Irkutsk?

The cheapest way to get from Chita to Irkutsk is to train which costs $29.35 - $47.83 and takes 18h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chita to Irkutsk?

The fastest way to get from Chita to Irkutsk is to fly which takes 1h 36m and costs $33.70 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct train between Chita and Irkutsk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chita 2 and arriving at Irkutsk Pas. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 18m.

How far is it from Chita to Irkutsk?

The distance between Chita and Irkutsk is 636 km. The road distance is 1099 km.

How do I travel from Chita to Irkutsk without a car?

The best way to get from Chita to Irkutsk without a car is to train which takes 18h 18m and costs $29.35 - $47.83 .

How long does it take to get from Chita to Irkutsk?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Chita to Irkutsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chita to Irkutsk train from?

Chita to Irkutsk train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Chita 2 station.

Train or fly from Chita to Irkutsk?

The best way to get from Chita to Irkutsk is to fly which takes 1h 36m and costs $33.70 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29.35 - $47.83 and takes 18h 18m.

What is the time difference between Chita and Irkutsk?

Irkutsk is 1h behind Chita. It is currently 20:35 in Chita and 19:35 in Irkutsk.

Where does the Chita to Irkutsk train arrive?

Chita to Irkutsk train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Irkutsk Pas station.

Can I drive from Chita to Irkutsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Chita to Irkutsk is 1099 km. It takes approximately 15h 49m to drive from Chita to Irkutsk.
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