- Distance: 747.3 km
- Duration: 12h 26m
The average train between Almaty and Shymkent (Station) takes 12h 26m and the fastest train takes 10h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Almaty to Shymkent (Station). 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 every 4 hours between Almaty and Shymkent (Station). The earliest departure is at 5:53 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Almaty is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Shymkent (Station) at 2:17 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 12h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Almaty to Shymkent (Station)? 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 station and arriving at Shymkent (Station) station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 12h 26m.
Almaty to Shymkent (Station) train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Almaty 2 station.
Almaty to Shymkent (Station) train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Shymkent station.
Book your Almaty to Shymkent (Station) train tickets online with Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) and Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ).
The distance between Almaty and Shymkent (Station) is 605.5 km. The road distance is 747 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Almaty 2 to Shymkent 3 times a day. Tickets cost $13–17 and the journey takes 11h 8m. Two other operators also service this route.
