Trans-Siberian Railway Travel Guide
Traversing one of the world's largest countries by rail is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure and there's some planning you'll need to do to make sure it runs as smoothly as a well-made train. You can start here with our handy travel guide resources that cover the best places to visit along the way, when to go and what visas you'll need in each country. There's also detailed guides on obtaining tickets, the type of accommodation we use and what you can expect of our Trans-Siberian tours. If that wasn't enough we've also got a collection of essential tips from health to time.
Best Places to Visit
Places on our must-see list along the Trans-Siberian railway in Russia, China & Mongolia
Best Time to Visit
Plan your adventure according to the benefits & festivals that each season brings
Top Travel Tips
Get your head around the time zone in Russia and see what currencies you'll need
Planning a Trans-Siberian Journey
Discover the available routes, how long it takes and where best to stop along the way
Trans-Siberian Visas
Information on getting your visa for Russia, Mongolia and China
Trans-Siberian Tickets
More information on train tickets, standard of carriages and available upgrades
Style of Travel
What to expect when travelling the Trans-Siberian and how our tours work
Accommodation
Accommodation options on the Trans-Siberian from homestays to ger camps
Traveller Reviews
See what our travellers say about our Trans-Siberian railway tours
Recommended Reading
- Midnight in Siberia
by David Greene - To the Edge of the World
by Christian Wolmar - Trans-Siberian Express
by Warren Adler
Facts about Trans-Siberian
- Spanning 9,289km the Trans-Siberian Railway is the longest in the world and takes seven days to complete.
- Throughout its journey, the 'Russia' (the name of the Trans-Siberian train) passes through 8 different time zones.
- One of the stations that the train passes through is Slyudyanka-1, the only station in the world made of marble.
Trans-Siberian Travel Advice
We keep up-to-date with the latest travel advisories to Russia, Mongolia and China and follow advice as set out by the British Foreign Office. Safety of our travellers is paramount and we recommend that you check the latest travel updates from the relevant advisory body in your country prior to travel.