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Chelyabinsk to Karaganda trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Chelyabinsk and Karaganda takes 21h 35m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Chelyabinsk to Karaganda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

21h 35m
Duration
1,216 km
Distance
$120
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Chelyabinsk to Karaganda train times

Trains run twice a week between Chelyabinsk and Karaganda. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Chelyabinsk is at 12:10 AM which arrives into Karaganda at 9:45 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 21h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 21h 35m • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    train train 21h 35m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 1,215.7 km
  • Duration: 21h 35m

What companies run services between Chelyabinsk, Russia and Karaganda, Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ) operates a train from Chelyabinsk-Glavny to Karaganda Pass twice a week. Tickets cost $100–200 and the journey takes 21h 35m.

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