Train Travel in Russia Stop At IrkutskLake Baikal and Vladivostok

Train Travel in Russia  Stop At IrkutskLake Baikal and Vladivostok

Along the Transsiberian Railway, the closest major city to Lake Baikal is Irkutsk. Unfortunately, as is often the case in Russia, the word “close” may not mean what you think. In this case, Irkutsk is actually about two hours away from the lake, and in order to reach Baikal, you will need to take an additional bus ride to the village of Listvyanka. Fortunately, because Listvyanka is a popular destination for locals who want to visit the Lake Baikal, it is well-equipped for tourists and has several hotels and cafes.

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