- Distance: 201.1 km
- Duration: 4h 2m
The average train between Shymkent and Taraz takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Shymkent to Taraz. 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 Taraz. The earliest departure is at 1:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Shymkent is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Taraz at 3:20 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Shymkent to Taraz? 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 Taraz station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 4h 2m.
Shymkent to Taraz train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Shymkent station.
Shymkent to Taraz train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Taraz station.
Book your Shymkent to Taraz train tickets online with Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) and Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains).
The distance between Shymkent and Taraz is 159.2 km. The road distance is 201 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Shymkent to Taraz 5 times a day. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 3h 46m. Three other operators also service this route.
