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Almaty to Pyongyang trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Almaty and Pyongyang takes 22d 5h and the fastest train takes 8d 5h. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Almaty to Pyongyang. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

22d 5h
Duration
7,501 km
Distance
Twice a week
Frequency

Almaty to Pyongyang train times

Trains run twice a week between Almaty and Pyongyang. The service departs Almaty at 9:40 PM at night, which arrives into Pyongyang at 06:58:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 22d 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives +9 days

    Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ)Korean State Railway8d 5h • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives +37 days

    Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ)Korean State Railway36d 5h • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 7,501.2 km
  • Duration: 22d 5h

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Pyongyang, North Korea?

You can take a train from Almaty 2 to Pyongyang via Novosibirsk Gl in around 7d 22h.

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