The Trans-Siberian Railway

The Trans-Siberian Railway is the longest railroad line in the world. It stretches about 5,772 miles across Russia, from Moscow in the west to Vladivostok on the Pacific coast in the east. A trip on the full route takes about six days.

Building the Railway

Construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway began in 1891. Thousands of workers built the tracks across mountains, rivers, and frozen land. The railway was finished in 1916. It was one of the greatest building projects in history.

Riding the Railway

The train crosses through many different landscapes. Passengers see flat plains, thick forests, mountain ranges, and Lake Baikal. The train passes through many cities and crosses seven time zones. People from all over the world ride it as a great adventure.

Fun Facts

• The Trans-Siberian Railway crosses 7 time zones.
• The train crosses over 3,900 bridges along the route.
• A trip from Moscow to Vladivostok takes about 6 days without stopping.

Did You Know?

The Trans-Siberian Railway runs along the shore of Lake Baikal, the deepest lake in the world, for about 25 miles!