- Distance: 1,214.6 km
- Duration: 19h
The average train between Shymkent and Karaganda takes 19h and the fastest train takes 15h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Shymkent 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.
Trains run 5 times a day between Shymkent and Karaganda. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shymkent is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Karaganda at 5:33 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 19h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Shymkent to Karaganda? 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 Karaganda station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 19h.
Shymkent to Karaganda train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Shymkent station.
Shymkent to Karaganda train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Karaganda Pass station.
Book your Shymkent to Karaganda train tickets online with Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) and Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains).
The distance between Shymkent and Karaganda is 876.6 km. The road distance is 1,215 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Shymkent to Karaganda Pass once daily. Tickets cost $20–25 and the journey takes 15h 31m. Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) also services this route 3 times a day.
