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Karaganda to Balqash trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Karaganda and Balqash takes 8h 40m and the fastest train takes 8h 37m. There is at least one train per day from Karaganda to Balqash. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 40m
Duration
471 km
Distance
$14
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Karaganda to Balqash train times

Trains run once daily between Karaganda and Balqash. The earliest departure is at 10:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Karaganda is at 7:39 PM which arrives into Balqash at 4:32 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    train train 8h 37m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    train train 8h 37m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 8h 53m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 8h 37m • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 8h 37m • Direct

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    train train 8h 37m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 8h 53m • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    train train 8h 37m • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    train train 8h 37m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Karaganda to Balqash? 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.

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  • Distance: 470.9 km
  • Duration: 8h 40m

What companies run services between Karaganda, Kazakhstan and Balqash, Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Karaganda Pass to Balhash 2 twice daily. Tickets cost $13–24 and the journey takes 8h 37m.

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