Cities Near Derbent
Cities near Derbent, Russia: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Kaspiysk, Makhachkala, Buynaksk. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Derbent, Russia is Kaspiysk, about 65 mi (105 km) away — roughly 1 hr 57 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaspiysk | 65 mi / 105 km | 1 hr 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Makhachkala | 74 mi / 120 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Buynaksk | 79 mi / 127 km | 1 hr 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Sheki | 84 mi / 135 km | 1 hr 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Mingelchaur | 110 mi / 178 km | 2 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Yevlakh | 116 mi / 187 km | 2 hr 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Khasavyurt | 119 mi / 192 km | 2 hr 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Sumqayıt | 125 mi / 201 km | 2 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Ganja | 138 mi / 223 km | 3 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Baku | 143 mi / 231 km | 3 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Derbent
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Kaspiysk, Makhachkala, Buynaksk, Sheki. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Derbent
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Mingelchaur, Yevlakh, Khasavyurt, Sumqayıt, Ganja. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Derbent include Kaspiysk, Makhachkala, Buynaksk, Sheki, Mingelchaur. The closest is Kaspiysk, about 65 miles (105 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.