- Distance: 433.5 km
- Duration: 7h 32m
The average train between Shymkent and Chu takes 7h 32m and the fastest train takes 6h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Shymkent to Chu. 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 every 3 hours between Shymkent and Chu. The earliest departure is at 1:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Shymkent is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Chu at 6:38 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Shymkent to Chu? 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 Shymkent station and arriving at Chu station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 7h 32m.
Shymkent to Chu train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Shymkent station.
Shymkent to Chu train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Chu station.
Book your Shymkent to Chu train tickets online with Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) and Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ).
The distance between Shymkent and Chu is 368.2 km. The road distance is 434 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Shymkent to Chu 5 times a day. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 6h 58m. Two other operators also service this route.
