The average train between Bishkek and Almaty 1 takes 16h 15m and the fastest train takes 13h 22m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Bishkek to Almaty 1. 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 twice a week between Bishkek and Almaty 1. The earliest departure is at 5:20 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Bishkek is at 5:20 PM which arrives into Almaty 1 at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 16h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bishkek to Almaty 1. However, there are services departing from Bishkek station and arriving at Almaty 1 station via Chu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 15m.
Bishkek to Almaty 1 train services, operated by Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ), depart from Bischkek 2 station.
Bishkek to Almaty 1 train services, operated by Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Almaty 1 station.
The distance between Bishkek and Almaty 1 is 198.6 km. The road distance is 574 km.
You can take a train from Bischkek 2 to Almaty 1 via Chu in around 13h 24m.
