Readers have been sharing stories and pictures from journeys across continents on one of the most iconic railways in the world. The Trans-Siberian railway spans almost 6,000 miles from Moscow to Vladivostock in the east, but many of you have also told tales of the Trans-Mongolian route through to China.

From dining cars to cosy cabins to stunning views across the steppe out of the windows, here are some of the contributions we’ve received so far.

First, in the compartment

New friends included ...

Locals among them

But surely you’d be happier pointing the camera out of the window?

The views are expansive ... as were the trains

Keep looking, surely there’ll be something to look at soon ...

We hope this window was closed ... and that you tried the smoked omul they might be catching

That’s better – much more clement weather in which to disembark for a closer look

There were some interesting souvenirs to be had ...

And some of that fish on sale ...

... as well as other passengers’ luggage to contend with ...

When you reached the end of the road, however, the place often seemed deserted

Finally, the trains themselves

Thanks for all your contribution so far. Click here to see more of your pictures