Shortest travel time:
3 h 51 m
Longest travel time:
6 h 33 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$37
Avg. daily departures:
7
Earliest departure:
13:35
Latest departure:
23:55
Moscow
The train station system of magnificent Russia's capital can be a bit confusing. Read all you need to know about rail stations in Moscow.
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Moscow train station
Moscow
Komsomolskaya square 5, Moscow, Russia
438 km
Nizhny Novgorod
Nizhny Novgorod train station
Nizhny Novgorod
2 Revolution sq., Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Moscow to Nizhny Novgorod Train Information

Have a pleasant time traveling on a well-equipped train from the glorious capital of Russia, Moscow, to mighty Nizhny Novgorod. The ride from one central railway station to another takes approximately 4 hours which makes a train one of the most time-saving options on the route. Since several types of trains run on this rail line, passengers can travel by bullet or express trains, as well as opt for comfortable overnight trains that cross the distance between towns in just 6 hours. Take advantage of the Rail.Ninja online booking service while planning your trip to Russia and easily purchase your Moscow to Nizhny Novgorod train tickets!

Is there a direct train from Moscow to Nizhny Novgorod?

Yes, and even more than one. If you are looking for a direct train from Moscow to Nizhny Novgorod, you need to consider traveling by a night train/comfort night train (both operated by Russian Railways), a bullet Sapsan train, or taking an express Desiro or Swift trains.

Is Wi-Fi available during the ride from Moscow to Nizhny Novgorod?

As a rule, the upper-class trains such as Desiro, Sapsan, and Swift offer to take advantage of the Wi-Fi connection during the journey. In most cases, passengers of the first class are welcome to use Wi-Fi for free, while those who travel in the economy class can do it in exchange for a small fee.

Moscow to Nizhny Novgorod Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Afternoon trains
4 hrs 6 min
6 hrs 15 min
13:35
16:50
3
Evening trains
6 hrs 8 min
6 hrs 8 min
20:05
20:05
1
Night trains
3 hrs 51 min
6 hrs 33 min
21:12
23:55
3

Trains on Moscow - Nizhny Novgorod Route

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
Russian railways
Russian railways
Comfort night train
6 hrs 33 min
$42
1
Russian railways
Russian railways
Night train
5 hrs 52 min
$37
2
Bullet train
3 hrs 51 min
$42
1
Express train
4 hrs 6 min
$37
1
Russian railways
Yamal
Comfort night train
6 hrs 15 min
$42
1
Russian railways
Vjatka
Comfort night train
6 hrs 8 min
$42
1
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Moscow to Nizhny Novgorod Train Review & Rating

Very comfortable and efficient way of traveling throughout Russia

Anastasia M. about traveling from Moscow to Nizhny Novgorod