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Yakutsk by train
Yakutsk by train
As of now Yakutsk has no connections to the Russian rail network, the nearest train station is in Tommot (453 kilometers away). A railway line is under contruction and is expected to be completed by 2013.
You can however buy train tickets leading from Tommot or Neryungri in advance at Yakutsk's main travel agency at 8 Ordzhonikidze St (ул. Орджоникидзе, 8). Catching a train from Tynda to Neryungri or Tommot and from there continue by long-distance taxi to Yakutsk is an option. After Tynda there are no first- och second-class carriges (spalny vagon and kupé) only third-class platzkart. This train is usually very crowded and if you are a non-Russian speaking westerner expect to be stared at and talked about constantly. When the train arrives, passengers will hurriedly make their way over to get a seat on group of waiting long-distance continuing to Yaktusk. The 14 hour taxi ride costs around 9,000 RUB and is only for the toughest ones. Be prepared to be crammed in a van with a driver who travels rough ice roads like they were the autobahn. Sleeping is not an option here. There will usually be a few brief stops at roadside cafes.
Unless you are looking for an challenging travel experience, flying to Yakutsk is highly recommended.
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