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

The cheapest way to get from Aktau to Moscow is to train via Shalkar which costs RUB 4600 - RUB 7500 and takes 2 days 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Aktau to Moscow is to fly which takes 5h and costs RUB 10000 - RUB 48000.

Is there a direct train between Aktau and Moscow?

No, there is no direct train from Aktau to Moscow. However, there are services departing from Mangystau and arriving at Paveletsky Rail Terminal via Shalkar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Aktau to Moscow?

The distance between Aktau and Moscow is 1694 km. The road distance is 2609.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Aktau to Moscow without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 2h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Aktau to Moscow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aktau to Moscow train from?

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

Train or fly from Aktau to Moscow?

The best way to get from Aktau to Moscow is to fly which takes 8h 35m and costs RUB 18000 - RUB 60000. Alternatively, you can train via Shalkar, which costs RUB 4600 - RUB 7500 and takes 2 days 13h.

What is the time difference between Aktau and Moscow?

Moscow is 2h behind Aktau. It is currently 12:55 PM in Aktau and 10:55 AM in Moscow.

Where does the Aktau to Moscow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aktau to Moscow?

Yes, the driving distance between Aktau to Moscow is 2610 km. It takes approximately 34h 28m to drive from Aktau to Moscow.

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Fly to Moscow Vnukovo
best
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Moscow Vnukovo (VKO)plane SCO - VKO
8h 35m
₽18,744–56,026
Train via Shalkar
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Shalkartrain 077X
2. Take the train from Shalkar to Paveletsky Rail Terminaltrain 305F
2d 13h
₽4,619–7,396
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Beineutrain
2. Take the train from Beineu to Volzhskytrain 329 / ...
3. Take the bus from Volzhsky to Salaryevo Bus Stationbus
2d 2h
Drive 2,609.8 km
1. Drive from Aktau to Moscowcar 2,609.8 km
34h 28m
₽17,270–24,946
Fly to Domodedovo International Airport
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Domodedovo International Airport (DME)plane SCO - DME
7h 5m
₽14,934–45,376
Fly to Sheremetyevo International Airport
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)plane SCO - SVO
5h
₽9,999–47,206
Train
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Beineutrain 077X / ...
2. Take the train from Beineu to Paveletsky Rail Terminaltrain 423
2d 14h

Aktau Airport (SCO) to Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) flights

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9h 39mAverage Duration

₽16,588Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,693.7 km
Duration: 8h 35m

What companies run services between Aktau, Kazakhstan and Moscow, Russia?

Azerbaijan Airlines, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Aktau to Paveletsky Rail Terminal via Mangystau and Shalkar in around 2d 13h.

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