Veliky Novgorod ranks fifth among popular destinations in Russia. This city is unique, its charm captures immediately. The majestic walls of the Kremlin inspire respect for ancient history, beautifully preserved architectural monuments surprise at every step, and from the high bank there are picturesque views of the Volkhov River. The time spent in Veliky Novgorod will certainly not be wasted.
You can decide how to get from Moscow to Veliky Novgorod using different types of transport:
- car (own or a ride);
- bus;
- railway transport.
Is Novgorod far from Moscow?
Departing from the modern capital of the Russian Federation to the ancient capital of the Principality of Novgorod, three regions pass along the way: Moscow, Tver and Novgorod.
From Moscow to Veliky Novgorod, the distance in km will be 490 km in a straight line, but such direct roads are only on maps. Therefore, in real life, the length of the route is 570-589 km. If measured in miles, then the distance will be 366 miles.
Car
Many people even on vacation prefer not to part with the car, because it is mobility and independence from the weather and public transport schedules.
It is convenient to get from Moscow to Veliky Novgorod by car. There are different ways. Each driver chooses his own, based on whether he agrees to pay in some sections, whether he wants to go along the highway with a permitted speed of 100 km / h and higher, or he likes calm local roads, on which there are no constant repair work and heavy traffic.
The most common options for driving the distance from Moscow to Veliky Novgorod are as follows:
Option number 1. On the highway M-11. This is a well-equipped road, but, unfortunately for many drivers, it is paid. In general, the fare will cost within 2 thousand rubles. The cost of crossing depends on time: during the day it is more expensive, at night it is cheaper. But on this route the driver’s strength and nerves are saved. On the road, ideal marking, high-quality coverage on wide lanes (3.75 m each) with dividers between streams and lighting.
The permitted speed is from 110 to 150 km / h. The road has a length of 570 km, it passes through Zelenograd, bypasses Tver, where it passes into the M-11 highway. M-11 leads to the detour of Torzhok, and the Vyshny Volochok passes through Bologoe. Already in the Novgorod region it is necessary to turn off the M-11 in the area with. Sacrament again on the M-10 and already on it to go to Veliky Novgorod.
Option number 2. M-10, or Leningradka, or the federal highway "Russia". It is a free road. The distance will be 530 km. The path passes through Solnechnogorsk, Klin, bypass Tver and Torzhok, then Vyshny Volochok, Valdai and Kresttsy. Experienced drivers note that traffic on the highway slows down due to the large number of heavily loaded wagons and cameras that record speeding.
These are the two most common routes. On the way, travelers will spend about 6-9 hours depending on traffic density.
Travel expenses
An important aspect of any trip is the cost. It is necessary to consider refueling a car, because for a trip you need about 47-50 liters at the rate of 8 l / 100 km. There are gas stations both on the M-10 and on the M-11.
For a bite to eat, you can stop at any roadside cafe, or you can take tea and coffee with you.
If you don’t have your own car, you can use the search sites and find those car owners who are willing to take fellow travelers for a small fee - usually it is 500 rubles.
Bus service
Choosing a way to get to Veliky Novgorod from Moscow, some residents of the capital prefer bus service.
The flight takes about 9 hours.
You can leave for the ancient city on the shore of Lake Ilmen from two places:
- from shopping center "Sadovod" ( Upper Fields, 14th km of Moscow Ring Road);
- from the bus station near the station metro "VDNH".
Different carriers operate on the flight: B. Shikhkamalov private company and Avtoflot Avtokolonna-1601 LLC.
The flight at 17:35 leaves from the shopping center Sadovod - this is a bus passing from Derbent, it arrives at 4 in the morning in the village of Myasnoy Bor, near Veliky Novgorod. Ticket price will be about 600 p.
The bus leaves VDNKh at 21:30, arrives at 05:50 at the railway station of Veliky Novgorod, the ticket costs about 900 r.
Buses leave for the trip daily, their capacity is 53 passengers.
Railway transport
At 534 km, railway lines stretched from the capital to Novgorod.
There are several options for how to get to Veliky Novgorod from Moscow by train:
Option number 1. Daily composition 042G "Ilmen". It leaves at 22:05 from the Kursk station, arrives at 06:24, and is 8.5 hours on the road. This is a convenient composition for those who want to relax before arriving in a new city.
The cost of tickets depends on the class of car:
- reserved seat will cost from 1,100 rubles .;
- compartment from 2 260 rubles .;
- Suite from 3 700 rubles .;
- soft - from 7 600 rubles.
Option number 2. High-speed train 772 "Sapsan" every day leaves from Moscow to Novgorod at 21:08 and arrives in three hours, at 01:03.
The tariffing is flexible, the ticket costs from 1,500 to 5,500 rubles.
Option number 3. Also fast and convenient - the Swift train. From Moscow departs by dates. From Kursk station, flight numbers are 702, 704, 706, 708 and 710. The first departure at 06:35, the last at 20:20. On the way, the train is 3.5 hours.
With an increase in passenger traffic, Russian Railways adds 256V, 214M and 208A trains.
And another option suitable for those who like to experiment:
- Take the Sapsan departing for St. Petersburg (Kursky Station);
- drive to the station "Chudovo";
- transfer to the train going to V. Novgorod.
Air traffic
Unfortunately, thinking about how to get to Veliky Novgorod from Moscow, using the most modern mode of transport - by plane - is unlikely to succeed.
The reason is that the ancient city does not have its own airport, the nearest one is in St. Petersburg.