- Distance: 1,428 km
- Duration: 25h 44m
The average train between Astana and Shymkent takes 25h 44m and the fastest train takes 24h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Astana 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 4 times a day between Astana and Shymkent. The earliest departure is at 2:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Astana is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Shymkent at 11:00 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 25h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Astana 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 Astana station and arriving at Shymkent station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 25h 44m.
Astana to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Astana Nurly Zhol station.
Astana to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Shymkent station.
Book your Astana to Shymkent train tickets online with Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ).
The distance between Astana and Shymkent is 997.3 km. The road distance is 1,428 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Astana Nurly Zhol to Shymkent twice daily. Tickets cost $19–28 and the journey takes 19h 16m.
