- Distance: 738.5 km
- Duration: 13h 25m
The average train between Almaty 1 and Shymkent takes 13h 25m and the fastest train takes 13h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Almaty 1 to Shymkent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Almaty 1 and Shymkent. The earliest departure is at 12:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Almaty 1 is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Shymkent at 12:31 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 13h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Almaty 1 to Shymkent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Almaty 1 station and arriving at Shymkent station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 13h 25m.
Almaty 1 to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Almaty 1 station.
Almaty 1 to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Shymkent station.
Book your Almaty 1 to Shymkent train tickets online with Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) and Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ).
The distance between Almaty 1 and Shymkent is 610.3 km. The road distance is 739 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Almaty 1 to Shymkent 3 times a day. Tickets cost $12–22 and the journey takes 12h 28m. Two other operators also service this route.
