- Distance: 184.2 km
- Duration: 3h 48m
The average train between Turkestan and Shymkent takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Turkestan to Shymkent. 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 4 times a day between Turkestan and Shymkent. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Turkestan is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Shymkent at 12:52 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Want to know about travelling from Turkestan to Shymkent? 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 Turkestan station and arriving at Shymkent station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 3h 48m.
Turkestan to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Turkestan station.
Turkestan to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Shymkent station.
Book your Turkestan to Shymkent train tickets online with Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) and Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ).
The distance between Turkestan and Shymkent is 156.2 km. The road distance is 184 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Turkestan to Shymkent 4 times a day. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Three other operators also service this route.
