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

The cheapest way to get from Aktau to Dushanbe is to train and bus and drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 2 days 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Aktau to Dushanbe is to fly which takes 7h 45m and costs $190 - $470.

Is there a direct train between Aktau and Dushanbe?

No, there is no direct train from Aktau to Dushanbe. However, there are services departing from Mangystau and arriving at Dushanbe via Beineu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 3m.

How far is it from Aktau to Dushanbe?

The distance between Aktau and Dushanbe is 1620 km. The road distance is 2054.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Aktau to Dushanbe without a car is to train which takes 46h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Aktau to Dushanbe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aktau to Dushanbe train from?

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

Train or fly from Aktau to Dushanbe?

The best way to get from Aktau to Dushanbe is to fly which takes 7h 45m and costs $190 - $470. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 46h 3m.

Where does the Aktau to Dushanbe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aktau to Dushanbe?

Yes, the driving distance between Aktau to Dushanbe is 2054 km. It takes approximately 27h 39m to drive from Aktau to Dushanbe.

Where can I stay near Dushanbe?

There are 138+ hotels available in Dushanbe.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Dushanbe International Airport (DYU)plane SCO - DYU
7h 45m
$198–469
Train, bus, drive
cheapest
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 Zominbus
4. Drive from Zomin to Shahristancar
5. Take the bus from Shahristan to Asian Express Terminalbus
2d 2h
$59–76
Train
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Beineutrain 077X / ...
2. Take the train from Beineu to Dushanbetrain 424 / ...
46h 3m
Drive 2,054.5 km
1. Drive from Aktau to Dushanbecar 2,054.5 km
27h 39m
$80–115

Aktau Airport (SCO) to Dushanbe International Airport (DYU) flights

11Weekly Planes

10h 54mAverage Duration

$194Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,620.1 km
Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Aktau, Kazakhstan and Dushanbe, Tajikistan?

Air Astana, World Ticket, and four other airlines fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Dushanbe International Airport (DYU) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Aktau to Dushanbe via Mangystau and Beineu in around 46h 3m.

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