The average train between Baikonur and Shymkent takes 13h 37m and the fastest train takes 11h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Baikonur 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 5 times a day between Baikonur and Shymkent. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Baikonur is at 2:20 PM which arrives into Shymkent at 4:20 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 13h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Baikonur station and arriving at Shymkent station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 13h 37m.
Baikonur to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), depart from Toretam station.
Baikonur to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), arrive at Shymkent station.
The distance between Baikonur and Shymkent is 623.4 km. The road distance is 693 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Toretam to Shymkent twice daily. Tickets cost $12–16 and the journey takes 14h. Three other operators also service this route.