What is the cheapest way to get from Aktau to Almaty?

The cheapest way to get from Aktau to Almaty is to train which costs $40 - $85 and takes 2 days 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Aktau to Almaty?

The fastest way to get from Aktau to Almaty is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $100 - $210.

Is there a direct train between Aktau and Almaty?

No, there is no direct train from Aktau to Almaty. However, there are services departing from Mangystau and arriving at Almaty 2 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Aktau to Almaty?

The distance between Aktau and Almaty is 2121 km. The road distance is 2833.7 km.

How do I travel from Aktau to Almaty without a car?

The best way to get from Aktau to Almaty without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 6h and costs $60 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Aktau to Almaty?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Aktau to Almaty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aktau to Almaty train from?

Aktau to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Mangystau station.

Train or fly from Aktau to Almaty?

The best way to get from Aktau to Almaty is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $100 - $210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Aktau to Almaty train arrive?

Aktau to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Almaty 2 station.

Can I drive from Aktau to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Aktau to Almaty is 2834 km. It takes approximately 37h 40m to drive from Aktau to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3715+ hotels available in Almaty.

Aktau to Almaty - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aktau to Almaty by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane SCO - ALA
4h 1m
$103–209
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Almaty 2train 077X
2d 7h
$40–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Nukustrain 649
2. Take the bus from Nukus Kubla Bus station to Tashkent bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus
2d 6h
$63–74
Drive 2,833.7 km
1. Drive from Aktau to Almatycar 2,833.7 km
37h 40m
$110–159

Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) flights

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4h 7mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,120.8 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Aktau, Kazakhstan and Almaty, Kazakhstan?

Flyr, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Mangystau to Almaty 2 once daily. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2d 7h.

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