Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk Trains

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Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk Train Route

The Ulaanbaatar to Irkutsk trains make 9 stops on their way to Irkutsk. They cover 1113 km in 24 hours (all the trains on the route travel at the same speed!)

There are 3 trains running between Ulaanbaatar (Ulan Bator) and Irkutsk, which operate 3-4 times a week. The same trains run on the Irkutsk to Ulaanbaatar route.

Distance
1113 km

3-4 trains
per week

9 stops
on the way

Fastest train
24 hours

Slowest train
24 hours

Price from
160 USD

#003/004

The Moscow to Beijing train 003/004 departs from Yaroslavsky train station in Moscow and arrives 5 days later at Beijing Central station. The train is operated by both Russian and Chinese staff. When the train crosses the border between Mongolia and China, the wheels of the train are changed to a smaller gauge - the whole process takes six hours. The train has 1st and 2nd class carriages and a nice restaurant car. NOTE: As the train crosses Mongolia on its route you may need to obtain a Mongolian transit visa to travel to China, please check the website of your local Mongolian Consulate.

003З

15:22

Ulan Bator

1d 3h 51m

15:13

Irkutsk Passajirskii

#005/006

The train 005/006 is an international train operating between Moscow and Ulan-Bator along the Trans-Mongolian rail route. The train runs once a week during the high season and once every 2 weeks during the low season (winter). The train has 1st and 2nd class compartments and a restaurant car. The train runs along Lake Baikal during the daytime giving its passengers an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful landscape.

005В

15:22

Ulan Bator

22h 55m

10:17

Irkutsk Passajirskii

005Щ

15:22

Ulan Bator

1d 3h 51m

15:13

Irkutsk Passajirskii

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

Is there a restaurant car on board the Ulan Bator to Irkutsk train?

No, the Ulan Bator to Irkutsk train does not have a restaurant car. You can buy snacks, tea and coffee from the conductor or bring your own food on board.

Where does passport control take place when you travel from Mongolia to Russia by train?

Border crossing procedures are carried out on board, it takes 3-4 hours, the passengers are not allowed to leave their cabins during this period of time. Please make sure your Mongolian and Russian visas are issued for the correct dates as the train crosses the Mongolian Russian border overnight.

Do I need a visa to travel to Russia by train?

It depends on the agreements between your country and Russia. Please note that it is impossible to get a visa on board the Ulan Bator to Irkutsk train.

Which currency should I use on board of the Ulan Bator to Irkutsk train?

When you travel from Ulan Bator to Irkutsk by train, NMT is accepted when the train runs through Mongolia, Roubles are accepted once the train enters Russia.

Will I see Lake Baikal when I travel from Ulan Bator to Irkutsk by train?

Yes, the Ulan Bator to Irkutsk trains run along Lake Baikal, but most of the trip will take place at night.

Do the train staff speak English?

No, the train staff on Russian and Mongolian trains usually do not speak English.

What ticket types are available on the Ulan Bator to Irkutsk train?

To travel from Ulan Bator to Irkutsk by train, you can book 1st or 2nd class tickets. A 1st class cabin is for two passengers, there are 2 sleeping berths. 2nd class cabins are for 4 passengers, there are 2 lower and 2 upper sleeping berths.

Testimonials

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Great service

I really enjoyed my trip from Ulaanbaatar to Moscow. The staff on board were so friendly and made delicious soup everyday. The 2nd class carriage was comfortable and I was very happy and relaxed.

Published, September, 2019

— Winifred Axworthy, UK

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Best priced Transsib tickets

The best and most simple online ticket service for transsibirian railway tickets. I always tried to book trough this company because they have the best prices. It's necessary to mention, that you can buy tickets only 3 days before the train's departure but if you know your schedule they have the best website and best prices. Their whole website is also in English!

Published, June, 2019

— Noah Schoenenberger, Switzerland

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Easy to use

Tickets in Russian but it also comes with an English instruction. Had no problem boarding at all!

Published, March, 2019

— Andrea Lai, Hong Kong

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Huge thanks

Dear Nastya, I finally have the time to send you this message to thank you for everything. Everything has worked out well: getting the tickets in Moscow, the train, the trip ; and everything was exactly how you said it, especially regarding the two-berth cabins. The trip was great and memorable, crossing the borders was an interesting experience, and arriving in Beijing was overwhelming. Thank you for having answered all our questions very quickly, with enormous patience and precision. If anybody asks us about how to get tickets for the Transsiberian or any other train in Russia, I will give them your name.

Published, November, 2010

— Patrick Leitner, Austria